The Film's Plot
'70s Anagrams
Medicine
100

A Minnesota car salesman botches a crime, as pursued by pregnant police officer Gunderson.  

What is Fargo?

Many viewers believe William H. Macy ad-libbed his lines, but he has said he hardly ad-libs at all in the film. 



100

He plays Gomez Addams, among other roles: SATIN.

Who is Astin (John Astin)?

He is the father of Sean Astin, another beloved actor.

200

A group of test pilots work in the space program to break the sound barrier, leading up to the Mercury 7 astronauts. 

What is the right stuff?

The film is based on Tom Wolfe's book detailing the real history of the Mercury 7 astronauts.

200

War in this Nation sparked widespread protests: VAIN MET.

What is Vietnam?

America's direct involvement in the conflict ended with the Paris Peace Accords in 1973.

300

NYPD detectives try to bust a narcotics ring based in Marseilles, France.

What is the French connection?

In a bar scene, all extras were real-life police officers, a nod to the film's plot.

300

This office complex was the site of a major scandal: WAGE TETRA.

What is Watergate?

The Watergate break-ins and subsequent cover-up caused Richard Nixon to resign.

400

A blue-collar Indiana man has a brush with a UFO, spurring an obsessive quest.

What is Close Encounters of the Third Kind?

Four-year-old Cary Guffey, who played young Barry Guilier in the film, became famous during filming for doing his scenes in only one or two takes.

400

This king of Rock 'n' Roll was popular musician in the '70s: LIVES YELPERA. 

Who is Elvis Presley?

Among his achievements are 14 Grammy nominations, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and honorable service in the U.S. Army.

500

Based on a Jane Austen novel, the Dashwood girls are left poor after their father's death and then fall in love.

What is Sense and Sensibility?

During filming, Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet lived together to better emulate a sisterly bond. 

500

A Popular 1970s pastime taking place in a rink: REROLL TASKING.

What is roller-skating?

This hobby is also associated with disco music and flashy outfits.

600

R.P. McMurphy isn't really crazy

What is One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest?

The film was a breakout role for Will Sampson, a park ranger who went on to star in many films.

600

Her achievements in the '70s include films like 1970's On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, live concerts in Las Vagas, and her Butterfly album: TARDINESS

Who is Streisand (Barbra)?

Her other achievements include starring as Juliet in a production of the Shakespeare play Romeo and Juliet.

600

A 1981 code released by the World Health Organization set regulations for this infant feeding staple and breast milk substitute.

What is formula? 

The code regulates advertising, labeling, and education for baby formula.