Do You Know About William Hurt?

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1. The film "Children of a Lesser God' starred which actor?

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The correct answer is William Hurt and Marlee Matlin. "Children of a Lesser God" is a 1986 American romantic drama film directed by Randa Haines. William Hurt played the role of James Leeds, a speech teacher at a school for the deaf, and Marlee Matlin portrayed the character of Sarah Norman, a deaf custodian at the school. Matlin's performance in the film earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, making her the first deaf actress to win the award.

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Do You Know About William Hurt? - Quiz

Explore your knowledge about William Hurt, focusing on his roles, co-stars, and key films like 'Michael', 'The Accidental Tourist', and 'Children of a Lesser God'. Assess your understanding of his career and contributions to cinema.

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2. Which actor plays the main character in the 1980 film "Altered States"?

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William Hurt plays the main character in the 1980 film "Altered States".

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3. For which film did William Hurt win an Oscar?

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William Hurt won an Oscar for his role in the film "Kiss Of The Spider Woman."

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4. The film "The Accidental Tourist' starred which actor?

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"The Accidental Tourist" starred William Hurt and Kathleen Turner.

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5. The film "Body Heat' starred which actor?

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The correct answer is William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. "Body Heat" is a film that was released in 1981 and starred these two actors in the lead roles. William Hurt played the character of Ned Racine, a lawyer who becomes involved in a dangerous affair, while Kathleen Turner portrayed the character of Matty Walker, a seductive woman who manipulates Ned into committing a crime. The film was a critical and commercial success, and both actors received praise for their performances.

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6. Who sizzled with William Hurt in "Body Heat"?

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Kathleen Turner is the correct answer because she starred alongside William Hurt in the film "Body Heat."

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7. What movie directed by Lawrence Kasdan starred Geena Davis and William Hurt?

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"The Accidental Tourist" is the correct answer because it is a movie directed by Lawrence Kasdan that starred Geena Davis and William Hurt. The film is a drama-comedy that tells the story of a travel writer who struggles with personal loss and finds solace in an unexpected relationship. Geena Davis and William Hurt deliver memorable performances in this critically acclaimed film.

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8. Frank Quinlan and Macon Leary were both characters played by whom?

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Frank Quinlan and Macon Leary were both characters played by William Hurt.

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9. Who starred in the film "Altered States"?

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William Hurt and Blair Brown starred in the film "Altered States".

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10. What was the year William Hurt was born?

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The correct answer is 1950.

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11. "Michael" and "The Accidental Tourist" featured which actor?

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The actor who appeared in both "Michael" and "The Accidental Tourist" is William Hurt.

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12. What is the profession of William Hurt's character in the 1996 movie "Michael"?

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In the 1996 movie "Michael," William Hurt's character is a tabloid reporter. This means that his profession involves working for a sensationalist newspaper or magazine, where he likely writes scandalous and gossip-filled stories. As a tabloid reporter, he would be responsible for seeking out and reporting on sensational stories that would attract readers' attention.

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13. In which 2001 movie did William Hurt play the character Professor Allen Hobby?

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William Hurt played the character Professor Allen Hobby in the 2001 movie "Artificial Intelligence: AI".

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The film "Children of a Lesser God' starred which actor?
Which actor plays the main character in the 1980 film "Altered...
For which film did William Hurt win an Oscar?
The film "The Accidental Tourist' starred which actor?
The film "Body Heat' starred which actor?
Who sizzled with William Hurt in "Body Heat"?
What movie directed by Lawrence Kasdan starred Geena Davis and William...
Frank Quinlan and Macon Leary were both characters played by whom?
Who starred in the film "Altered States"?
What was the year William Hurt was born?
"Michael" and "The Accidental Tourist" featured which actor?
What is the profession of William Hurt's character in the 1996 movie...
In which 2001 movie did William Hurt play the character Professor...
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