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    Who directed "Take the Money and Run"?

    • Robert Altman
    • Woody Allen
    • Mel Brooks
    • Tim Burton
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  • 2. 

    Who directed "Diner"?

    • Barry Levinson

    • Robert Wise

    • Mike Nichols

    • James Cameron

    Correct Answer
    A. Barry Levinson
    Explanation
    Barry Levinson directed the film "Diner".

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  • 3. 

    In which year did Ingrid Bergman win her 3rd Academy Award?

    • 1974

    • 1955

    • 1970

    • 1966

    Correct Answer
    A. 1974
    Explanation
    Ingrid Bergman won her 3rd Academy Award in 1974. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

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  • 4. 

    In the 1994 movie "Dumb & Dumber", when can you triple-stamp a double-stamp?

    • Only When Betting Not To Bet

    • Only If You Touch Something Black

    • Anytime You Want To

    • You Can't

    Correct Answer
    A. You Can't
    Explanation
    In the movie "Dumb & Dumber", the phrase "triple-stamp a double-stamp" is used as a joke to imply that it is impossible to perform such an action. This answer suggests that it is not possible to triple-stamp a double-stamp, indicating that the phrase is meant to be nonsensical and cannot be done.

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  • 5. 

    In which of the following movies did a waterfall in the background actually flow upwards?

    • Vertical Limit

    • Proof Of Life

    • Anaconda

    • Castaway

    Correct Answer
    A. Anaconda
    Explanation
    In the movie Anaconda, there is a scene where a waterfall in the background appears to flow upwards. This is achieved through the use of special effects and camera techniques. The filmmakers likely reversed the footage of the waterfall to create this illusion, giving the impression that the water is defying gravity and flowing upwards. This creative choice adds to the suspense and otherworldly atmosphere of the movie.

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  • 6. 

    In "Gunbuster" what poster was not seen in Noriko's apartment?

    • Totoro

    • Yamato

    • Lupin

    • Nausicaa

    Correct Answer
    A. Lupin
    Explanation
    In the anime "Gunbuster," the poster that was not seen in Noriko's apartment was Lupin. This implies that Noriko did have posters of Totoro, Yamato, and Nausicaa in her apartment, but not Lupin.

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  • 7. 

    Which movie plot was based on the replay of a horse race so they can take a guy for some big bucks?

    • Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

    • The Sting

    • Race Day

    • Foul Play

    Correct Answer
    A. The Sting
    Explanation
    "The Sting" is the correct answer because the movie's plot revolves around a con artist duo who plan an elaborate scheme to swindle a mob boss. They use a horse race replay to manipulate the outcome and deceive their target, ultimately aiming to take him for a large sum of money. The film is known for its clever twists and turns, showcasing the characters' wit and cunning in executing their plan.

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  • 8. 

    What does "zorro" mean in Spanish?

    • Hero

    • Zero

    • Bandit

    • Fox

    Correct Answer
    A. Fox
    Explanation
    In Spanish, the word "zorro" means fox. This can be understood from the context of the options provided. Hero, zero, and bandit do not have any direct translation to "zorro" in Spanish, whereas "zorro" is commonly known as the word for fox in the Spanish language.

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  • 9. 

    Which of these movies did Mario Bava not direct?

    • Kill, Baby, Kill

    • Black Sunday

    • None

    • The Torture Chamber Of Baron Blood

    Correct Answer
    A. None
    Explanation
    The question asks which movie Mario Bava did not direct. The options given are "Kill, Baby, Kill", "Black Sunday", "None", and "The Torture Chamber Of Baron Blood". Mario Bava is a renowned Italian film director known for his work in the horror genre. Looking at the options, it is clear that "None" is not the name of a movie, but rather a statement indicating that Mario Bava directed all of the listed movies. Therefore, the correct answer is "None".

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  • 10. 

    Who was the director of "Akira"?

    • Shinichiro Watanabe

    • Hayao Miyazaki

    • Katsuhiro Otomo

    • Mamoru Oshii

    Correct Answer
    A. Katsuhiro Otomo
    Explanation
    Katsuhiro Otomo was the director of "Akira".

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  • 11. 

    Which of these are not Earthlings in "Toe Jam and Earl 1"?

    • Crazy Photographer

    • Fat Guy With The Lawnmower

    • Mad Dentist

    • Flying Cupid

    Correct Answer
    A. Crazy Photographer
    Explanation
    In the game "Toe Jam and Earl 1", the Crazy Photographer is not an Earthling. The other options, Fat Guy With The Lawnmower, Mad Dentist, and Flying Cupid, are all Earthlings in the game. The Crazy Photographer is likely a non-human character or an alien in the game's universe.

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  • 12. 

    Which of these movies did Dario Argent not direct?

    • Terror At The Opera

    • Deep Red

    • Suspiria

    • Demons

    Correct Answer
    A. Demons
    Explanation
    Dario Argento did not direct the movie "Demons." This can be inferred from the question which asks for a movie that he did not direct. The other three movies listed, "Terror At The Opera," "Deep Red," and "Suspiria," are all known to be directed by Dario Argento. Therefore, "Demons" is the correct answer as it is the only movie in the list that he did not direct.

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  • 13. 

    Which of these films did Lewis Teague not direct?

    • Cat's Eye

    • Deadlock

    • Alligator

    • Death Race 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. Death Race 2000
    Explanation
    Lewis Teague did not direct the film "Death Race 2000".

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  • 14. 

    What does Barton Fink watch the dailies from to learn how to write about wrestling?

    • Grudge Match

    • Grappler With A Heart Of Gold

    • Full Nelson Fury

    • Devil On The Canvas

    Correct Answer
    A. Devil On The Canvas
    Explanation
    Barton Fink watches the dailies from "Devil On The Canvas" to learn how to write about wrestling.

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  • 15. 

    What comedian played the announcer of the female mud-wrestling match in "Stripes"?

    • John Candy

    • Dave Thomas

    • Rick Moranis

    • Joe Flaherty

    Correct Answer
    A. Dave Thomas
    Explanation
    Dave Thomas played the announcer of the female mud-wrestling match in "Stripes".

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  • 16. 

    Who built the world's first film studio?

    • Kodak

    • Charlie Chaplin

    • Sam Goldwyn

    • Thomas Edison

    Correct Answer
    A. Thomas Edison
    Explanation
    Thomas Edison built the world's first film studio. Edison was a prolific inventor and businessman, and he played a significant role in the early development of motion pictures. In 1893, he constructed the Black Maria, a small building with a retractable roof that could be rotated to capture sunlight. This studio was used to film several short movies, marking the birth of the modern film industry. Edison's contributions to the film industry were instrumental in shaping its early development and establishing the foundation for the studios that followed.

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  • 17. 

    Which of the following leading ladies in a musical was not dubbed by Marnie Nixon?

    • Deborah Kerr In "The King And I"

    • Leslie Caron In "Gigi"

    • Audrey Hepburn In "My Fair Lady"

    • Natalie Wood In "West Side Story"

    Correct Answer
    A. Leslie Caron In "Gigi"
    Explanation
    Marnie Nixon was a famous Hollywood playback singer who provided the singing voices for various leading ladies in musical films. She famously dubbed the singing voices for Deborah Kerr in "The King And I", Audrey Hepburn in "My Fair Lady", and Natalie Wood in "West Side Story". However, Leslie Caron in "Gigi" did not require dubbing as she sang her own songs in the film.

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  • 18. 

    What is the name of the alien in the 1951 movie "The Day The Earth Stood Still"?

    • Zoltan

    • Klaatu

    • Gorlan

    • Albion

    Correct Answer
    A. Klaatu
    Explanation
    In the 1951 movie "The Day The Earth Stood Still," the name of the alien character is Klaatu.

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  • 19. 

    Who played Sarah in "Suspiria"?

    • Jessica Harper

    • Asia Argento

    • Joan Bennett

    • Stephania Casini

    Correct Answer
    A. Stephania Casini
    Explanation
    Stephania Casini played Sarah in "Suspiria".

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  • 20. 

    Who directed "Dario Argento's World of Horror"?

    • Michele Soavi

    • Lucio Fulci

    • Dario Argento

    • George A. Romero

    Correct Answer
    A. Michele Soavi
    Explanation
    Michele Soavi directed "Dario Argento's World of Horror."

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  • 21. 

    Which of these movies did Don Coscarelli not direct?

    • None

    • The Beast Master

    • Phantasm 3: Lord Of The Dead

    • Phantasm 2

    Correct Answer
    A. None
    Explanation
    The question asks which movie Don Coscarelli did not direct. The answer is "None" because Don Coscarelli directed all of the movies listed in the options.

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  • 22. 

    Which of these movies was not directed by Roger Corman?

    • Masque Of The Red Death

    • Sawbones

    • Frankenstein Unbound

    • Fall Of The House Of Usher (1960)

    Correct Answer
    A. Sawbones
    Explanation
    Sawbones is the correct answer because it was not directed by Roger Corman. The other three movies, Masque Of The Red Death, Frankenstein Unbound, and Fall Of The House Of Usher (1960), were all directed by Roger Corman.

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  • 23. 

    Who co-wrote and co-produced The Monkees 1968 feature film "Head"?

    • Jack Nicholson

    • Bruce Dern

    • Peter Fonda

    • Dennis Hopper

    Correct Answer
    A. Jack Nicholson
    Explanation
    Jack Nicholson co-wrote and co-produced The Monkees 1968 feature film "Head".

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  • 24. 

    For what crime was Mae West sent to a workhouse in 1926?

    • Indecent Exposure

    • Public Intoxication

    • Theft

    • Writing And Starring In "Sex"

    Correct Answer
    A. Writing And Starring In "Sex"
    Explanation
    Mae West was sent to a workhouse in 1926 for writing and starring in the play "Sex." This play was considered controversial and scandalous at the time, as it openly discussed and depicted sexual themes. West's involvement in the production led to her arrest and subsequent punishment.

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  • 25. 

    Who wrote, directed and composed the music for the film "Lady in White"?

    • Jean Yarbrough

    • Ken Russell

    • Frank LaLoggia

    • Tobe Hooper

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank LaLoggia
    Explanation
    Frank LaLoggia is the correct answer because he is the writer, director, and composer of the film "Lady in White". This indicates that he was responsible for the script, the overall direction of the film, and the creation of the musical score.

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  • 26. 

    Who was the director of "The Abominable Dr. Phibes"?

    • Vincent Price

    • Alfred Sole

    • Robert Fuest

    • Lewis Teague

    Correct Answer
    A. Robert Fuest
    Explanation
    Robert Fuest was the director of "The Abominable Dr. Phibes".

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  • 27. 

    Who directed the films "The Hidden" and "Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2"?

    • Chuck Russell

    • Jack Sholder

    • Wes Craven

    • Stephen Hopkins

    Correct Answer
    A. Jack Sholder
    Explanation
    Jack Sholder is the correct answer because he directed the films "The Hidden" and "Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2". Wes Craven is a well-known director, but he did not direct these specific films. Chuck Russell and Stephen Hopkins are also directors, but they were not involved in directing these particular movies.

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  • 28. 

    David Dukes plays the hero as a tourist in which movie?

    • Rawhead Rex

    • Children Of The Corn

    • Candyman

    • The Town That Dreaded Sundown

    Correct Answer
    A. Rawhead Rex
    Explanation
    In the movie "Rawhead Rex," David Dukes plays the hero character who is a tourist.

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  • 29. 

    Who directed the 1974 take on "Bram Stoker's Dracula"?

    • Dan Curtis

    • None Of These Choices

    • Tobe Hooper

    • Francis Ford Coppola

    Correct Answer
    A. Dan Curtis

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