A Room with a View (1985)
In which country does the first part of the film take place?
Italy
What type of music does Alex enjoy listening to?
Classical music, especially Beethoven.
What novel is central to the story in The Hours?
The novel Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf.
Who is Thierry Guetta?
Thierry Guetta is a French immigrant in Los Angeles and the central figure in the film, initially documenting street artists.
What holiday does Jack Skellington originally rule over?
Halloween.
Why does Lucy faint in the street?
She witnesses a violent street fight where a man is stabbed.
What is the "droog" in the context of the film?
A member of Alex's gang. / A friend.
How does Virginia Woolf's character spend much of her time in The Hours?
She struggles with her mental health and writes her book.
What was Thierry Guetta's original intention in the film?
To make a documentary about street artists.
What does Jack discover that leads him to want to take over another holiday?
He discovers Christmas Town.
Can you name at least three actors who appeared in the film?
Helena Bonham Carter, Julian Sands, Daniel Day-Lewis, Maggie Smith, Denholm Elliott, Rupert Graves, Simon Callow
What happens to Alex after his treatment?
He loses his ability to choose freely and is left vulnerable to exploitation. (or: He feels physically unwell when he has the urge to commit an act of aggression.)
What is a major emotional struggle for Laura Brown in the film?
She struggles with feelings of entrapment in her marriage and her identity as a mother.
What happens at the Mr. Brainwash art show?
Mr. Brainwash’s art show becomes a massive success, with many people buying his works despite their controversial nature.
How do the residents of Halloween Town react to Jack’s Christmas idea?
They are excited and try to help Jack with his plan, despite not fully understanding Christmas.
What shocking event takes place when Lucy, her mother, Charlotte, and Cecil stroll through the woods?
They catch Freddy, George, and Rev. Beebe skinny-dipping in the pond.
What does Alex do to a homeless man in the film?
He attacks and robs him in a brutal encounter.
What significant event happens in the life of Clarissa Vaughan?
She is planning a party for an old friend, while reflecting on her past relationships and choices.
What is Thierry Guetta’s background before becoming an artist?
Before becoming an artist, Thierry was a shopkeeper and a film director who filmed street artists.
What happens to Oogie Boogie in the end?
Oogie Boogie is defeated and undone by Jack, and he is revealed to be full of bugs.
What decision does Lucy make at the end of the film?
She marries George and returns to Florence, defying societal expectations.
What is the name of the bar where Alex and his gang hang out before their criminal activities?
The bar is called the "milkbar."
What does the film suggest about the nature of the connections between the three women?
The film suggests that their lives, though separated by time and place, are deeply interconnected by themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning.
How does Mr. Brainwash’s art differ from traditional street art?
It focuses more on commercial success and mass production rather than the rebellious nature of street art.
What happens when Jack tries to deliver presents as Santa Claus?
Jack's attempts at delivering Christmas presents go wrong, leading to chaos and confusion.