Question 1

What real-world political scandal coincided with the filming of 'Scorpio'?

Accepted Answer

The production company was staying at the Watergate Hotel during the infamous break-in at the Democratic National Committee offices at the Watergate complex on June 17, 1972.

Question 2

How did the film crew manage to shoot inside the CIA building despite restrictions?

Accepted Answer

Burt Lancaster asked Senator John V. Tunney to get authorization from a CIA head director. The crew wore special CIA-made badges with scorpions that had to be destroyed after shooting, though director Michael Winner filmed anyway despite recording not being allowed.

Question 3

What cinematic homage appears in the Vienna scenes of 'Scorpio'?

Accepted Answer

When Cross first gets into a car in Vienna, it's in front of the same doorway where Harry Lime makes his famous appearance in the 1949 film 'The Third Man'.

Question 4

What unusual contract requirement did Burt Lancaster have during production?

Accepted Answer

It is rumored that Burt Lancaster's contract required his gymnastic equipment to be shipped, set up, and struck at each location so he could work out to keep in shape.

Question 5

What central conflict drives the plot of 'Scorpio'?

Accepted Answer

The CIA orders freelance operative Jean 'Scorpio' Laurier to eliminate his frequent partner Cross, leaving Scorpio no choice but to obey.

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