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    In which film did Anthony Zerbe play the character Milton Krest?

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    • Red Heat
    • Licence To Kill
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  • 2. 

    What film did Helen Hayes win an Oscar for in 1932?

    • The Sin Of Madelon Claudet

    • Cabaret

    • Roman Holiday

    • Dangerous

    Correct Answer
    A. The Sin Of Madelon Claudet
    Explanation
    Helen Hayes won an Oscar for her performance in the film "The Sin Of Madelon Claudet" in 1932.

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  • 3. 

    In what film did Donald Moffat play George Davis?

    • Aladdin

    • Housesitter

    • Executive Decision

    • A Bronx Tale

    Correct Answer
    A. Housesitter
    Explanation
    Donald Moffat played the character George Davis in the film Housesitter.

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  • 4. 

    For which film did Lionel Barrymore win an Oscar?

    • Charly

    • Cat Ballou

    • The Goodbye Girl

    • A Free Soul

    Correct Answer
    A. A Free Soul
    Explanation
    Lionel Barrymore won an Oscar for his performance in the film "A Free Soul."

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  • 5. 

    For which film did Warner Baxter win an Oscar?

    • Cat Ballou

    • The Godfather

    • In Old Arizona

    • Hamlet

    Correct Answer
    A. In Old Arizona
    Explanation
    Warner Baxter won an Oscar for his performance in the film "In Old Arizona".

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  • 6. 

    The Academy Award for Best Actress in 1969 went to Maggie Smith for her performance in?

    • The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie

    • The Heiress

    • Anastasia

    • The Sin Of Madelon Claudet

    Correct Answer
    A. The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie
    Explanation
    In 1969, Maggie Smith won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in "The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie." The film, based on the novel by Muriel Spark, tells the story of a charismatic teacher at a girls' school in Edinburgh who influences her students with her unorthodox teaching methods. Smith's portrayal of Miss Jean Brodie was highly acclaimed, showcasing her ability to bring depth and complexity to the character. Her performance resonated with audiences and critics alike, making her a deserving recipient of the prestigious award.

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  • 7. 

    Sophia Loren won the 1961 Best Actress Oscar for which film?

    • Two Women

    • Dangerous

    • The Sin Of Madelon Claudet

    • The Trip To Bountiful

    Correct Answer
    A. Two Women
    Explanation
    Sophia Loren won the 1961 Best Actress Oscar for the film "Two Women."

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  • 8. 

    The Academy Award for Best Actress in 1948 went to Jane Wyman for her performance in?

    • Misery

    • Jezebel

    • Johnny Belinda

    • Room At The Top

    Correct Answer
    A. Johnny Belinda
    Explanation
    Jane Wyman won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1948 for her performance in "Johnny Belinda".

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  • 9. 

    Luise Rainer won the 1937 best actress Oscar for which film?

    • The Song Of Bernadette

    • The Good Earth

    • On Golden Pond

    • I Want To Live!

    Correct Answer
    A. The Good Earth
    Explanation
    Luise Rainer won the 1937 best actress Oscar for her role in "The Good Earth."

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  • 10. 

    Marie Dressler won the 1931 best actress Oscar for which film?

    • Annie Hall

    • Min And Bill

    • Mildred Pierce

    • Erin Brockovich

    Correct Answer
    A. Min And Bill
    Explanation
    Marie Dressler won the 1931 best actress Oscar for the film "Min And Bill." This film was a comedy-drama in which Dressler portrayed a kind-hearted innkeeper. Dressler's performance was highly praised by critics and audiences, leading to her recognition and the prestigious award. "Annie Hall," "Mildred Pierce," and "Erin Brockovich" are all incorrect answers as Dressler did not win the best actress Oscar for any of these films.

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  • 11. 

    The Academy Award for Best Actress in 1930 went to Norma Shearer for her performance in?

    • The Great Ziegfeld

    • Shakespeare In Love

    • Norma Rae

    • The Divorcee

    Correct Answer
    A. The Divorcee
    Explanation
    Norma Shearer won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1930 for her performance in "The Divorcee." This film, directed by Robert Z. Leonard, tells the story of a woman who seeks revenge on her unfaithful husband by having an affair of her own. Shearer's portrayal of a strong and independent woman navigating the complexities of love and marriage was highly acclaimed and earned her the prestigious award.

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  • 12. 

    What year was Sean Connery born?

    • 1915

    • 1930

    • 1939

    • 1921

    Correct Answer
    A. 1930
    Explanation
    Sean Connery was born in 1930.

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  • 13. 

    What film starring Sammi Davis as Dawn Rowen was released in 1987?

    • Hope And Glory

    • Ricochet

    • Sydney

    • The Game

    Correct Answer
    A. Hope And Glory
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hope And Glory." This film, released in 1987, starred Sammi Davis as the character Dawn Rowen.

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  • 14. 

    In what film did Nick Metropolis play TV Scientist?

    • Lone Star

    • Malcolm X

    • Husbands And Wives

    • Speed 2: Cruise Control

    Correct Answer
    A. Husbands And Wives
  • 15. 

    What film starring James Rebhorn as The Thin Man was released in 1994?

    • Rambo: First Blood Part II

    • The Rapture

    • The Rock

    • I Love Trouble

    Correct Answer
    A. I Love Trouble
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I Love Trouble." This film, released in 1994, starred James Rebhorn as The Thin Man.

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  • 16. 

    What film starring Lou Jacobi as Kurt Gadel was released in 1994?

    • A Midnight Clear

    • I.Q.

    • Seven Years In Tibet

    • Prelude To A Kiss

    Correct Answer
    A. I.Q.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I.Q." The film "I.Q." was released in 1994 and stars Lou Jacobi as Kurt Gadel. This romantic comedy revolves around a mechanic who falls in love with a physics genius and seeks the help of Albert Einstein to win her heart.

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  • 17. 

    In which film did William Mapother play the character Richard Strout?

    • Nick Of Time

    • City Of Angels

    • In The Bedroom

    • Tremors

    Correct Answer
    A. In The Bedroom
    Explanation
    William Mapother played the character Richard Strout in the film "In The Bedroom".

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  • 18. 

    In which film did Andy Garcia play John Berlin?

    • Secrets & Lies

    • The Replacements

    • Jennifer Eight

    • Valmont

    Correct Answer
    A. Jennifer Eight
    Explanation
    Andy Garcia played the character John Berlin in the film "Jennifer Eight".

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  • 19. 

    In what film did Steven Weber play Marc Nussbaum?

    • Sense And Sensibility

    • The Mexican

    • Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels

    • Leaving Las Vegas

    Correct Answer
    A. Leaving Las Vegas
    Explanation
    Steven Weber played the character Marc Nussbaum in the film "Leaving Las Vegas".

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  • 20. 

    What film starring Tom Courtenay as Frayn was released in 1987?

    • Behind Enemy Lines

    • The Count Of Monte Cristo

    • An Ideal Husband

    • Leonard Part 6

    Correct Answer
    A. Leonard Part 6
  • 21. 

    What 1989 movie included the characters named Pam and Greenberg?

    • Let It Ride

    • The Land Before Time

    • Look Who's Talking

    • The Last Seduction

    Correct Answer
    A. Let It Ride
    Explanation
    The 1989 movie "Let It Ride" includes the characters named Pam and Greenberg.

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  • 22. 

    In which film did Alex Wiesendanger play the character Jesse Conrad?

    • Wargames

    • Little Buddha

    • Red Rock West

    • Air Force One

    Correct Answer
    A. Little Buddha
    Explanation
    Alex Wiesendanger played the character Jesse Conrad in the film "Little Buddha".

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  • 23. 

    What year was film star Antonio Banderas born?

    • 1970

    • 1966

    • 1956

    • 1960

    Correct Answer
    A. 1960
    Explanation
    Antonio Banderas was born in 1960.

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  • 24. 

    What movie was the final film appearance of Jack Lemmon?

    • Legend Of Bagger Vance

    • Odd Couple II

    • Grumpier Old Men

    • My Fellow Americans

    Correct Answer
    A. Legend Of Bagger Vance
    Explanation
    Jack Lemmon's final film appearance was in the movie "Legend Of Bagger Vance".

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  • 25. 

    Olivia De Havilland won the 1946 best actress Oscar for which film?

    • Kitty Foyle

    • Blue Sky

    • Suspicion

    • To Each His Own

    Correct Answer
    A. To Each His Own
    Explanation
    Olivia De Havilland won the 1946 best actress Oscar for the film "To Each His Own".

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  • 26. 

    What film did Joan Fontaine win an Oscar for in 1941?

    • Howards End

    • The Piano

    • The Sin Of Madelon Claudet

    • Suspicion

    Correct Answer
    A. Suspicion
    Explanation
    Joan Fontaine won an Oscar in 1941 for her role in the film "Suspicion".

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  • 27. 

    What year was James Caan born?

    • 1939

    • 1924

    • 1948

    • 1930

    Correct Answer
    A. 1939
    Explanation
    James Caan was born in 1939.

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  • 28. 

    In what year was Harvey Keitel born?

    • 1948

    • 1939

    • 1930

    • 1924

    Correct Answer
    A. 1939
    Explanation
    Harvey Keitel was born in 1939.

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