Question 1

Why did director Rene Daalder not watch his own movie for 30 years?

Accepted Answer

He was reportedly so upset with the film's musical score that he did not watch his own movie in its entirety for three decades after its release.

Question 2

Which film did Derrel Maury compare the script to?

Accepted Answer

Derrel Maury said the script reminded him of Lord of the Flies in that there were no adults and the children, when their oppressors are removed, assume similar human characteristics while jockeying for new social positions.

Question 3

What was the original title of the film and why?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot under the title 'Incident at Foxdale High' because the director feared filming location restrictions if the title contained the word 'Massacre.'

Question 4

Which actor had trouble with the line 'Detroit gas guzzler'?

Accepted Answer

Robert Carradine had difficulty with the line where he refers to Rodney's car as a 'Detroit gas guzzler' and reportedly fumbled it 20 times.

Question 5

What is unique about the adult presence in the film?

Accepted Answer

With the exception of the school dance towards the end of the film, no adults are ever seen in the film.

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