1.
What movie remake replaced Alan Arkin and Peter Falk with Michael Douglas and Albert Brooks?
Correct Answer
A. The In-Laws
Explanation
The correct answer is The In-Laws. The movie remake replaced Alan Arkin and Peter Falk with Michael Douglas and Albert Brooks.
2.
What silent-film actress was a cofounder of United Artists?
Correct Answer
D. Mary Pickford
Explanation
Mary Pickford was a silent-film actress who co-founded United Artists. She was a prominent figure in the early days of Hollywood and played a crucial role in the development of the film industry. Along with Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith, Pickford founded United Artists in 1919 as a way to have more creative control over her films. United Artists became a successful film studio and distribution company, and Pickford's involvement in its founding solidified her status as a pioneering figure in the film industry.
3.
What was Douglas Fairbanks' first motion picture with sound?
Correct Answer
C. The Taming Of The Shrew
Explanation
Douglas Fairbanks' first motion picture with sound was "The Taming Of The Shrew."
4.
For which movie did Richard Dreyfuss win a Best Actor Oscar at the age of 30?
Correct Answer
A. The Goodbye Girl
Explanation
Richard Dreyfuss won a Best Actor Oscar at the age of 30 for the movie "The Goodbye Girl".
5.
What was the first movie Peter Fonda acted in?
Correct Answer
A. Tammy And The Doctor
Explanation
Peter Fonda's first movie role was in "Tammy And The Doctor." This film was released in 1963 and starred Sandra Dee and Peter Fonda as love interests. Fonda played the character of Dr. Mark Cheswick in the romantic comedy. It was one of his early acting credits before he went on to become a prominent actor in the 1960s and 1970s, particularly known for his role in "Easy Rider."
6.
In the 1994 movie "Dumb and Dumber", what state does Lloyd think Aspen is in?
Correct Answer
D. California
7.
In 1988's "Scrooged", what TV show is referred to in a game at Frank's brother's house?
Correct Answer
B. Gilligan's Island
Explanation
In the 1988 film "Scrooged", there is a scene where a game is being played at Frank's brother's house. The TV show referred to in this game is "Gilligan's Island".
8.
Who played Rosasharn Rivers in the 1940 film "The Grapes of Wrath"?
Correct Answer
C. Dorris Bowdon
Explanation
Dorris Bowdon played Rosasharn Rivers in the 1940 film "The Grapes of Wrath".
9.
What station does Clint Eastwood's DJ character work for in the movie "Play Misty for Me"?
Correct Answer
D. KRML
Explanation
In the movie "Play Misty for Me," Clint Eastwood's DJ character works for the station KRML.
10.
What is the first spoken word heard in the film "Young Frankenstein"?
Correct Answer
B. If
Explanation
In the film "Young Frankenstein," the first spoken word heard is "If." This suggests that the question is asking about the first word spoken in the film, and the correct answer is "If."
11.
In "Speed Zone!", what airport does one Van Sloane tell the other they need to go to?
Correct Answer
C. Dulles
Explanation
In the movie "Speed Zone!", one Van Sloane tells the other that they need to go to Dulles airport.
12.
Jack Warden plays what juror in the 1957 movie "12 Angry Men"?
Correct Answer
A. Juror Number 7
Explanation
In the 1957 movie "12 Angry Men," Jack Warden plays Juror Number 7.
13.
Which Marx Brothers movie is set at Huxley College?
Correct Answer
C. Horse Feathers
Explanation
Horse Feathers is the correct answer because it is the Marx Brothers movie that is set at Huxley College. The movie revolves around the college's football team and the chaos that ensues when the Marx Brothers get involved. Animal Crackers is another Marx Brothers movie, but it is not set at Huxley College. Who The Heck Is Zeppo? and Copacabana are not Marx Brothers movies at all.
14.
Angelo Rossitto was in "Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome" and also what 1932 Tod Browning film?
Correct Answer
C. Freaks
Explanation
Angelo Rossitto was in "Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome" and also appeared in the 1932 Tod Browning film "Freaks". "Freaks" is a cult classic horror film directed by Tod Browning, known for its unique and controversial portrayal of circus sideshow performers. Rossitto, who had dwarfism, played a role in the film, showcasing his talent and contributing to the overall atmosphere of the movie.
15.
How many stories tall is the fictional building in the 1974 movie "The Towering Inferno"?
Correct Answer
C. 138
Explanation
In the 1974 movie "The Towering Inferno," the fictional building is 138 stories tall.
16.
In "Waiting for Guffman", Corky's collection includes what movie's action figures?
Correct Answer
A. My Dinner With Andre
Explanation
In the movie "Waiting for Guffman", Corky's collection includes action figures from the movie "My Dinner With Andre".
17.
In "The Lost World: Jurassic Park", a poster shows Arnold Schwarzenegger starring in what?
Correct Answer
C. King Lear
Explanation
In "The Lost World: Jurassic Park", a poster shows Arnold Schwarzenegger starring in "King Lear". This is a reference to the famous play by William Shakespeare, in which King Lear is the main character. The inclusion of Schwarzenegger's name suggests a humorous twist, as he is known for his action-packed roles rather than Shakespearean dramas.
18.
Who played Stuart Tarleton in the 1939 film "Gone with the Wind"?
Correct Answer
C. George Reeves
Explanation
George Reeves is the correct answer because he played the character Stuart Tarleton in the 1939 film "Gone with the Wind". Christopher Reeve, Fred Crane, and Steven Baldwin did not have roles in this film.
19.
In 2008's "The Day the Earth Stood Still", who plays the original Michael Rennie role?
Correct Answer
A. Keanu Reeves
Explanation
Keanu Reeves plays the original Michael Rennie role in the 2008 film "The Day the Earth Stood Still".
20.
In which American city was actor Edward Norton born?
Correct Answer
A. Boston
Explanation
Edward Norton was born in Boston.