The Brothers Karamazov Movie Trivia Quiz
Test your knowledge of the classic American film, "The Brothers Karamazov," with this intriguing trivia quiz. Dive into questions that explore the film's plot, casting decisions, and awards nominations. Discover behind-the-scenes facts, like who was initially rumored to play Grushenka and which actor made his debut in this film. You'll also answer questions related to the original novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky and the film's performance at international film festivals. Get ready to relive the drama and tension of the Karamazov family as you challenge yourself with this quiz.
- 1.
Who directed the movie "The Brothers Karamazov"?
- A.
Richard Brooks
- B.
Stanley Kubrick
- C.
Alfred Hitchcock
- D.
Martin Scorsese
Correct Answer
A. Richard Brooks -
- 2.
Which actor made his film debut with "The Brothers Karamazov"?
- A.
Yul Brynner
- B.
Lee J. Cobb
- C.
Albert Salmi
- D.
William Shatner
Correct Answer
D. William Shatner -
- 3.
Which actress was initially rumored to play the role of Grushenka?
- A.
Claire Bloom
- B.
Carroll Baker
- C.
Marilyn Monroe
- D.
Maria Schell
Correct Answer
C. Marilyn Monroe -
- 4.
Who played the role of Alexey Karamazov in the movie?
- A.
Albert Salmi
- B.
Yul Brynner
- C.
William Shatner
- D.
Lee J. Cobb
Correct Answer
C. William Shatner -
- 5.
Who played the role of Fyodor Karamazov in the movie?
- A.
Lee J. Cobb
- B.
Yul Brynner
- C.
Richard Basehart
- D.
William Shatner
Correct Answer
A. Lee J. Cobb -
- 6.
In which year was "The Brothers Karamazov" released?
- A.
1956
- B.
1957
- C.
1958
- D.
1959
Correct Answer
C. 1958 -
- 7.
The film "The Brothers Karamazov" was based on a novel written by whom?
- A.
Leo Tolstoy
- B.
Fyodor Dostoevsky
- C.
Charles Dickens
- D.
William Shakespeare
Correct Answer
B. Fyodor Dostoevsky -
- 8.
For which film festival was "The Brothers Karamazov" nominated for the Palme d'Or?
- A.
Sundance Film Festival
- B.
Venice Film Festival
- C.
Cannes Film Festival
- D.
Toronto International Film Festival
Correct Answer
C. Cannes Film Festival -
- 9.
Who eventually played the role of Grushenka in the film?
- A.
Maria Schell
- B.
Claire Bloom
- C.
Marilyn Monroe
- D.
Carroll Baker
Correct Answer
A. Maria Schell -
- 10.
Which actor received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "The Brothers Karamazov"?
- A.
Yul Brynner
- B.
Lee J. Cobb
- C.
Richard Basehart
- D.
William Shatner
Correct Answer
B. Lee J. Cobb -
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