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  • 1. 

    What film starring Aidan Quinn as Richard "Stick" Montgomery was released in 1987?

    • A.

      Dennis The Menace

    • B.

      Panic Room

    • C.

      Stakeout

    • D.

      Snow Dogs

    Correct Answer
    C. Stakeout
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Stakeout. In this film, Aidan Quinn portrays the character Richard "Stick" Montgomery. The movie was released in 1987.

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  • 2. 

    What film starring Mark Harmon as Billy Wyatt was released in 1988?

    • A.

      Stealing Home

    • B.

      Carrie

    • C.

      A Bug's Life

    • D.

      Project X

    Correct Answer
    A. Stealing Home
    Explanation
    "Stealing Home" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1988 that stars Mark Harmon as Billy Wyatt.

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  • 3. 

    In what film did Dennis Farina play Detective Captain Nick Detillo?

    • A.

      Striking Distance

    • B.

      The Man In The Iron Mask

    • C.

      Erin Brockovich

    • D.

      Clerks

    Correct Answer
    A. Striking Distance
    Explanation
    Dennis Farina played Detective Captain Nick Detillo in the film "Striking Distance".

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  • 4. 

    What film starring Kurt Russell as Detective Lt. Nick Frescia, Head of Narco Div. L.A. County Sheriff was released in 1988?

    • A.

      Sirens

    • B.

      Shadowlands

    • C.

      Tequila Sunrise

    • D.

      Dead Ringers

    Correct Answer
    C. Tequila Sunrise
    Explanation
    Tequila Sunrise is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1988 that stars Kurt Russell as Detective Lt. Nick Frescia, who is the Head of Narco Div. L.A. County Sheriff.

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  • 5. 

    In what film did Eric Idle play Desmond/Berthold?

    • A.

      The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen

    • B.

      The Fast And The Furious

    • C.

      Manhattan Murder Mystery

    • D.

      Lake Placid

    Correct Answer
    A. The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen
    Explanation
    Eric Idle played the character of Desmond/Berthold in the film "The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen".

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  • 6. 

    What film starring Paul Barber as Barrington "Horse" Mitchell was released in 1997?

    • A.

      Mercury Rising

    • B.

      Friday The 13th Part VII: The New Blood

    • C.

      Child's Play 2

    • D.

      The Full Monty

    Correct Answer
    D. The Full Monty
    Explanation
    "The Full Monty" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1997 that stars Paul Barber as Barrington "Horse" Mitchell. The film follows a group of unemployed steelworkers who form a male striptease act to make money. It became a critical and commercial success, receiving multiple awards and nominations.

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  • 7. 

    What film starring Sidney Poitier as Carter Preston was released in 1997?

    • A.

      Dangerous Minds

    • B.

      Teen Wolf Too

    • C.

      The Craft

    • D.

      The Jackal

    Correct Answer
    D. The Jackal
    Explanation
    "The Jackal" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1997 that stars Sidney Poitier as Carter Preston. This film is a thriller about an imprisoned IRA sniper who is hired by a Russian mafia boss to assassinate a high-profile target. Sidney Poitier's portrayal of Carter Preston in this film received critical acclaim, making it a notable role in his career.

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  • 8. 

    What film starring Yun-Fat Chow as John Lee was released in 1998?

    • A.

      The English Patient

    • B.

      The Replacement Killers

    • C.

      Casualties Of War

    • D.

      Only You

    Correct Answer
    B. The Replacement Killers
    Explanation
    "The Replacement Killers" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1998 that stars Yun-Fat Chow as the character John Lee. This film is an action thriller that follows John Lee, a hitman who becomes a target himself and must go on the run to save his own life. The film received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its stylish action sequences and Yun-Fat Chow's performance.

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  • 9. 

    What film starring Vladimir Kulich as Buliwyf was released in 1999?

    • A.

      Ed Wood

    • B.

      Pushing Tin

    • C.

      Happiness

    • D.

      The 13th Warrior

    Correct Answer
    D. The 13th Warrior
    Explanation
    "The 13th Warrior" is the correct answer because it is the only film in the given options that stars Vladimir Kulich as Buliwyf and was released in 1999. The other films listed do not have Vladimir Kulich in the cast or were not released in 1999.

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  • 10. 

    What film starring Michael Rees Davis as Male Opera Singer was released in 1993?

    • A.

      See No Evil, Hear No Evil

    • B.

      Traffic

    • C.

      The Age Of Innocence

    • D.

      Sliding Doors

    Correct Answer
    C. The Age Of Innocence
    Explanation
    "The Age Of Innocence" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1993 and it stars Michael Rees Davis as a male opera singer.

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  • 11. 

    In what film did J.T. Walsh play Allen Habel, Producer?

    • A.

      Truly Madly Deeply

    • B.

      My Cousin Vinny

    • C.

      Saving Silverman

    • D.

      The Big Picture

    Correct Answer
    D. The Big Picture
    Explanation
    J.T. Walsh played the character Allen Habel, a producer, in the film "The Big Picture".

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  • 12. 

    In what film did Cab Calloway play Curtis?

    • A.

      The Blues Brothers

    • B.

      Body Of Evidence

    • C.

      Bad Boys

    • D.

      Breakdown

    Correct Answer
    A. The Blues Brothers
    Explanation
    Cab Calloway played the character Curtis in the film "The Blues Brothers". The film is a musical comedy that follows the adventures of two brothers on a mission from God to save their childhood orphanage. Cab Calloway, a renowned jazz singer and bandleader, made a memorable appearance in the film as Curtis, the owner of a soul food restaurant. His energetic performance and iconic rendition of the song "Minnie the Moocher" became one of the highlights of the movie.

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  • 13. 

    In what film did Willem Dafoe play Paul Smecker?

    • A.

      The Boondock Saints

    • B.

      I.Q.

    • C.

      The Man Without A Face

    • D.

      Father Of The Bride

    Correct Answer
    A. The Boondock Saints
    Explanation
    Willem Dafoe played the character Paul Smecker in the film "The Boondock Saints."

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  • 14. 

    What film starring Jeff Daniels as Alex was released in 1991?

    • A.

      Gettysburg

    • B.

      Beethoven

    • C.

      The Butcher's Wife

    • D.

      The Player

    Correct Answer
    C. The Butcher's Wife
    Explanation
    "The Butcher's Wife" is the correct answer because it is the only film listed that stars Jeff Daniels as a character named Alex and was released in 1991. "Gettysburg" is a historical war film, "Beethoven" is a family comedy, and "The Player" is a satirical film about Hollywood. None of these films feature Jeff Daniels as a character named Alex.

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  • 15. 

    What film starring Patrick Warburton as Kronk/Kronk Angel/Kronk Devil was released in 2000?

    • A.

      Spy Kids

    • B.

      Rounders

    • C.

      Dude, Where's My Car

    • D.

      The Emperor's New Groove

    Correct Answer
    D. The Emperor's New Groove
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Emperor's New Groove." This film, released in 2000, features Patrick Warburton as the character Kronk, who plays both the roles of Kronk Angel and Kronk Devil.

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  • 16. 

    What film starring Matthew Broderick as Clark Kellogg/Narrator was released in 1990?

    • A.

      Taxi Driver

    • B.

      The Legend Of Bagger Vance

    • C.

      Robocop 2

    • D.

      The Freshman

    Correct Answer
    D. The Freshman
    Explanation
    "The Freshman" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1990 starring Matthew Broderick as the character Clark Kellogg/Narrator. The other options, "Taxi Driver," "The Legend Of Bagger Vance," and "Robocop 2," do not fit the given criteria and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 17. 

    In what film did Jeremy Irons play Esteban Trueba?

    • A.

      Higher Learning

    • B.

      Flashdance

    • C.

      Jaws 2

    • D.

      The House Of The Spirits

    Correct Answer
    D. The House Of The Spirits
    Explanation
    Jeremy Irons played the character Esteban Trueba in the film "The House Of The Spirits."

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  • 18. 

    What 1984 film starred William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence?

    • A.

      The Karate Kid

    • B.

      Big Fat Liar

    • C.

      The Mexican

    • D.

      Dark City

    Correct Answer
    A. The Karate Kid
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Karate Kid. In the 1984 film, William Zabka played the character of Johnny Lawrence. The film revolves around a teenager named Daniel who moves to a new town and faces bullying from Johnny and his gang. He learns karate from Mr. Miyagi, a wise and skilled martial artist, to defend himself and ultimately competes against Johnny in a karate tournament.

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  • 19. 

    In what film did Spencer Breslin play Rusty Duritz (Age 8)?

    • A.

      The Unbearable Lightness Of Being

    • B.

      Creepshow 2

    • C.

      I'm Gonna Git You Sucka

    • D.

      The Kid

    Correct Answer
    D. The Kid
    Explanation
    Spencer Breslin played Rusty Duritz (Age 8) in the film "The Kid".

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  • 20. 

    What film starring Damon Wayans as James Alexander "Jimmy/Jim" Dix was released in 1991?

    • A.

      The Last Boy Scout

    • B.

      Other People's Money

    • C.

      O Brother, Where Art Thou?

    • D.

      The Ice Storm

    Correct Answer
    A. The Last Boy Scout
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Last Boy Scout." Released in 1991, this film starred Damon Wayans as James Alexander "Jimmy/Jim" Dix.

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  • 21. 

    What film starring Richard Bradford as Ladd Devine, Owner Ladd Land & Cattle Co. was released in 1988?

    • A.

      The Milagro Beanfield War

    • B.

      Truly Madly Deeply

    • C.

      Crimes And Misdemeanors

    • D.

      Cocktail

    Correct Answer
    A. The Milagro Beanfield War
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Milagro Beanfield War." This film, released in 1988, features Richard Bradford in the role of Ladd Devine, the owner of Ladd Land & Cattle Co. The movie explores the conflict between a small New Mexican community and a big corporation over water rights.

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  • 22. 

    What film starring Arnold Vosloo as Lord Imhotep was released in 2001?

    • A.

      Short Circuit 2

    • B.

      A Bug's Life

    • C.

      The Mummy Returns

    • D.

      Empire Of The Sun

    Correct Answer
    C. The Mummy Returns
    Explanation
    "The Mummy Returns" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 2001 that stars Arnold Vosloo as Lord Imhotep. This film is a sequel to the 1999 film "The Mummy" and follows the story of Imhotep's return to life and his quest for immortality. Arnold Vosloo's portrayal of Lord Imhotep is a significant aspect of the film, making "The Mummy Returns" the correct choice for this question.

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  • 23. 

    What film starring Jason Robards as Graham Keighley was released in 1994?

    • A.

      The Paper

    • B.

      The Island Of Dr. Moreau

    • C.

      Unbreakable

    • D.

      Eddie Murphy Raw

    Correct Answer
    A. The Paper
    Explanation
    "The Paper" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1994 that stars Jason Robards as Graham Keighley.

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  • 24. 

    What film starring Eric Stoltz as Simon was released in 1995?

    • A.

      King Ralph

    • B.

      The Prophecy

    • C.

      Message In A Bottle

    • D.

      Stir Crazy

    Correct Answer
    B. The Prophecy
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Prophecy." This film, released in 1995, stars Eric Stoltz as the character Simon.

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  • 25. 

    In what film did Dolph Lundgren play Frank Castle?

    • A.

      The Punisher

    • B.

      Big Trouble

    • C.

      Species

    • D.

      The Tall Guy

    Correct Answer
    A. The Punisher
    Explanation
    Dolph Lundgren played the character Frank Castle in the film "The Punisher." The Punisher is a 1989 action film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. In the movie, Lundgren portrays the vigilante anti-hero who seeks revenge against the criminals who killed his family. The film received mixed reviews but has gained a cult following over the years.

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  • 26. 

    What film starring Clayton Rohner as Detective Hollingsworth was released in 1997?

    • A.

      My Left Foot

    • B.

      The Relic

    • C.

      Stargate

    • D.

      Dragonfly

    Correct Answer
    B. The Relic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Relic." This film, released in 1997, stars Clayton Rohner as Detective Hollingsworth.

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  • 27. 

    What film starring John Cusack as Charles Ossining was released in 1994?

    • A.

      No Way Out

    • B.

      The Road To Wellville

    • C.

      Dr. Dolittle 2

    • D.

      Nightbreed

    Correct Answer
    B. The Road To Wellville
    Explanation
    "The Road to Wellville" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1994 that stars John Cusack as Charles Ossining.

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  • 28. 

    What film starring Zakes Mokae as Dargent Peytraud was released in 1988?

    • A.

      Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

    • B.

      Caddyshack

    • C.

      The Serpent And The Rainbow

    • D.

      Police Academy: Mission To Moscow

    Correct Answer
    C. The Serpent And The Rainbow
    Explanation
    "The Serpent And The Rainbow" is the correct answer because it is the only film on the list that stars Zakes Mokae as Dargent Peytraud and was released in 1988. The other films mentioned do not feature Zakes Mokae or were not released in the same year.

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