 - 1. Scarface is a 1983 crime film directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone, which has since become a cult classic and an iconic representation of the gangster genre. The film stars Al Pacino as Tony Montana, a fierce and ambitious Cuban immigrant who arrives in Miami during the 1980 Mariel boatlift, seeking fortune and power in the thriving drug trade. As Tony rises through the ranks of the underworld, driven by his insatiable desire for wealth and status, he becomes embroiled in a world of violence, betrayal, and moral decay. The film's portrayal of Tony's ruthless ascent to the position of a powerful drug lord is juxtaposed with moments of introspection and vulnerability, resonating with themes of the American Dream and the perils of excess. The cinematography is marked by vivid imagery and memorable sequences, including the infamous chainsaw scene and Tony's eventual downfall, which serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of unchecked ambition. Scarface's impact is further solidified by its memorable lines, particularly the iconic 'Say hello to my little friend!' and its soundtrack, which captures the era's vibrant but dangerous nightlife. Over the years, Scarface has influenced countless filmmakers and has been referenced in various forms of popular culture, cementing its legacy as a definitive examination of ambition, greed, and the dark side of the American Dream.
Who directed the 1983 film 'Scarface'?
A) Martin Scorsese
B) Brian De Palma
C) Francis Ford Coppola
D) Quentin Tarantino
- 2. Which actor played the lead role of Tony Montana in 'Scarface'?
A) James Caan
B) Joe Pesci
C) Al Pacino
D) Robert De Niro
- 3. In which city is 'Scarface' primarily set?
A) New York City
B) Los Angeles
C) Chicago
D) Miami
- 4. What is the iconic line often associated with 'Scarface'?
A) You talkin' to me?
B) Say hello to my little friend
C) I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse
D) Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer
- 5. What is Tony Montana's country of origin in 'Scarface'?
A) Colombia
B) Cuba
C) Puerto Rico
D) Mexico
- 6. Which actor portrayed drug lord Alejandro Sosa?
A) Murray Melvin
B) Robert Loggia
C) Paul Shenar
D) F. Murray Abraham
- 7. What is the title of the main theme song of 'Scarface'?
A) Staying Alive
B) Eye of the Tiger
C) Push It to the Limit
D) Gangsta's Paradise
- 8. What is Tony's sister's name in 'Scarface'?
A) Isabella
B) Maria
C) Carmen
D) Gina
- 9. What year was the film 'Scarface' released?
A) 1985
B) 1990
C) 1983
D) 1979
- 10. Which actor played the character Manny Ribera in 'Scarface'?
A) Murray Melvin
B) Robert Loggia
C) Steven Bauer
D) Paul Shenar
- 11. Who initially hires Tony Montana as a dishwasher in 'Scarface'?
A) Frank Lopez
B) Hector the Toad
C) Alejandro Sosa
D) Elvira Hancock
- 12. Who plays the character Elvira Hancock in 'Scarface'?
A) Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
B) Ana de Armas
C) Michelle Pfeiffer
D) Rosie Perez
- 13. Who is the final antagonist Tony confronts in 'Scarface'?
A) Gina Montana
B) Manny Ribera
C) Frank Lopez
D) Sosa
- 14. What nationality is the drug lord Sosa in 'Scarface'?
A) Bolivian
B) Colombian
C) Peruvian
D) Ecuadorian
- 15. Who betrays Tony Montana to Sosa in 'Scarface'?
A) Angel Fernandez
B) Mel Bernstein
C) Elvira Hancock
D) Manny Ribera
- 16. What is the name of the main character in 'Scarface'?
A) Tom Hagen
B) Vito Corleone
C) Michael Corleone
D) Tony Montana
- 17. What color is the suit Tony Montana wears to the final shootout in 'Scarface'?
A) Red
B) White
C) Black
D) Blue
- 18. What event does Tony Montana arrive in Miami during?
A) Bay of Pigs Invasion
B) The Cuban Missile Crisis
C) The Mariel boatlift
D) Operation Pedro Pan
- 19. Who was initially hired to direct 'Scarface' but left due to concerns about the film's violence?
A) Sidney Lumet
B) Brian De Palma
C) Martin Scorsese
D) Oliver Stone
- 20. Who composed the soundtrack and score for 'Scarface'?
A) John Williams
B) Giorgio Moroder
C) Ennio Morricone
D) Hans Zimmer
- 21. What was Tony Montana's initial job in Miami?
A) Taxi driver
B) Mechanic
C) Construction worker
D) Restaurant dishwasher
- 22. What happens to Angel during the drug deal gone wrong?
A) He is taken hostage
B) He is dismembered with a chainsaw
C) He is shot dead
D) He escapes unharmed
- 23. What does Tony Montana do to Frank Lopez?
A) Becomes his partner
B) Has him killed
C) Flees with his money
D) Sells out to the police
- 24. Who marries Tony Montana in 'Scarface'?
A) Elvira
B) None of the above
C) Gina
D) Chi-Chi
- 25. What crime is Tony charged with that leads to a sting operation by federal agents?
A) Murder
B) Extortion
C) Drug trafficking
D) Tax evasion
- 26. How does Tony Montana die at the end of 'Scarface'?
A) He succumbs to gunshot wounds
B) He dies from a drug overdose
C) He is shot in the back and killed by an assassin
D) He is electrocuted in his pool
- 27. What motto is inscribed on the globe near Tony's body at the end of 'Scarface'?
A) Money Talks
B) Live Free or Die
C) The World Is Yours
D) Power Corrupts
- 28. Who wrote the script for 'Scarface'?
A) Brian De Palma
B) Martin Bregman
C) Oliver Stone
D) Sidney Lumet
- 29. What does Tony Montana do after severing ties with Frank Lopez?
A) Returns to Cuba
B) Starts a legitimate business
C) Sets up his own cocaine operation
D) Becomes a police informant
- 30. When did the commercial television version of Scarface premiere on ABC?
A) September 6, 2011
B) January 7, 1989
C) October 15, 2019
D) December 9, 1983
- 31. How much did Scarface earn from DVD sales in the United States by 2003?
A) $60 million
B) $50 million
C) $100 million
D) $78.2 million
- 32. When was the 1932 original Scarface released on its own?
A) November 19, 2019
B) December 9, 1983
C) October 15, 2019
D) September 6, 2011
- 33. Who was hired to direct the film in August 2016?
A) Luca Guadagnino
B) David Yates
C) Antoine Fuqua
D) Pablo Larraín
- 34. Who confirmed to write the script for the version directed by Luca Guadagnino?
A) Paul Attanasio
B) The Coen brothers
C) Jonathan Herman
D) Terence Winter
- 35. Who was set to direct the film after Antoine Fuqua's second departure?
A) Antoine Fuqua
B) David Yates
C) Pablo Larraín
D) Luca Guadagnino
- 36. Where was Tony Montana's opulent mansion filmed?
A) A beachfront property in Miami
B) An estate in San Diego
C) El Fureidis, a Roman-styled mansion near Santa Barbara, California
D) A mansion in Los Angeles
- 37. Which song by Mötley Crüe echoes elements of Scarface?
A) Dr. Feelgood
B) Kickstart My Heart
C) Girls, Girls, Girls
D) Home Sweet Home
- 38. What was the retail price of the first VHS release of Scarface?
A) $49.95
B) $59.99
C) $89.95
D) $79.95
- 39. Who released the compilation album 'Music Inspired by Scarface' in 2003?
A) Def Jam Recordings
B) IDW Publishing
C) Vivendi
D) Dark Horse Comics
- 40. What does Tony Montana's mother do when he visits her?
A) She praises him for his success
B) She invites him to live with her permanently
C) She berates him for his criminal lifestyle and kicks him out
D) She forgives him
- 41. When was the Blu-ray version of Scarface released?
A) September 6, 2011
B) October 15, 2019
C) January 7, 1989
D) December 9, 1983
- 42. Who played the role of Montana's American associate, Charles Goodson?
A) Gregg Henry
B) Albert Carrier
C) Richard Belzer
D) Victor Millan
- 43. Who was the producer that Al Pacino called about the potential for a remake of 'Scarface'?
A) Oliver Stone
B) Brian De Palma
C) Sidney Lumet
D) Martin Bregman
- 44. What disclaimer does 'Scarface' include following its credits?
A) The film features a disclaimer stating that the characters do not represent the Cuban/American community.
B) A disclaimer is included to highlight the fictional nature of all characters and settings.
C) The disclaimer states that the film's portrayal of crime is exaggerated for dramatic effect.
D) The film includes a disclaimer apologizing for any inaccuracies in depicting historical events.
- 45. What was the average earnings per theater during 'Scarface's' opening weekend?
A) $4,616
B) $7,500
C) $3,000
D) $9,600
- 46. How much did the 20th Anniversary edition DVD sell in its first week?
A) More than 2 million units
B) 1 million units
C) 500,000 units
D) 750,000 units
- 47. Which actress was originally considered for the role that Michelle Pfeiffer eventually played?
A) Sharon Stone
B) Rosanna Arquette
C) Glenn Close
D) Geena Davis
- 48. Which American rapper compared himself to Tony Montana?
A) Jay-Z
B) Nas
C) Chief Keef
D) Drake
- 49. How many tickets did 'Scarface' sell in the United States and Spain?
A) 195,872 tickets
B) 250,746 tickets
C) 14,197,700 tickets
D) 1,067,544 tickets
- 50. What was the notable change in dialogue for the television version?
A) The constant use of the word 'fuck' was muted or replaced
B) No changes were made to the dialogue
C) All dialogues were rewritten completely
D) Only background music was altered
- 51. Which South-Korean rapper compared himself to Tony Montana in his track 'Tony Montana'?
A) Agust D
B) RM
C) Jin
D) Suga
- 52. In what year did Luca Guadagnino state he was no longer attached to the project?
A) 2016
B) 2017
C) 2023
D) 2025
- 53. Which video game series takes many influences from Scarface, including character outfits similar to Tony Montana's?
A) Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
B) Yakuza
C) Scarface: The World Is Yours
D) The Batman
- 54. Which song by Nicki Minaj contains lines that appear to be reworked Tony Montana's quotes?
A) Anaconda
B) Barbie Tingz
C) Chun-Li
D) Super Bass
- 55. Which writer reportedly walked out of 'Scarface' after the chainsaw scene?
A) Vincent Canby
B) Martin Scorsese
C) Kurt Vonnegut
D) Leonard Maltin
- 56. What substance was used as fake cocaine in the film?
A) Cornstarch
B) Talcum powder
C) Powdered baby laxative
D) Baby powder
- 57. Which city did Oliver Stone move to in order to write the script for 'Scarface'?
A) Los Angeles
B) New York
C) Miami
D) Paris
- 58. How many Blu-ray units of Scarface were sold as of 2020?
A) 285,916 units
B) 200,000 units
C) 500,000 units
D) 400,000 units
- 59. When did Scarface receive its North American DVD release?
A) 1989
B) 2011
C) 2019
D) 1998
- 60. Which professional wrestler joined the WWF as Razor Ramon, a character modeled on Tony Montana?
A) Stone Cold Steve Austin
B) Dwayne Johnson
C) Scott Hall
D) The Rock
- 61. Which critic gave 'Scarface' four stars out of four in his review?
A) Vincent Canby
B) Gary Arnold
C) Jay Scott
D) Roger Ebert
- 62. Which rapper sampled a monologue by Al Pacino in the film for his 2023 song 'Daylight'?
A) Future
B) Chief Keef
C) Drake
D) Nicki Minaj
- 63. Who was set to write the script for the film in August 2016?
A) David Ayer
B) Jonathan Herman
C) Paul Attanasio
D) Terence Winter
- 64. Which actor appeared as himself in the film 'Scarface'?
A) Mario Machado
B) Al Pacino
C) Brian De Palma
D) Oliver Stone
- 65. What is the title of the novel by L. A. Banks inspired by Scarface?
A) Scarface: The Beginning
B) The World Is Yours
C) Scarface: Money. Power. Respect.
D) Scarface: Devil in Disguise
- 66. Which film debuted alongside 'Scarface', earning $9.6 million in its opening weekend?
A) Sudden Impact
B) Flashdance
C) The Terminator
D) WarGames
- 67. Which song by Metric was inspired by Scarface?
A) Help I'm Alive
B) Dark Horse
C) Animals
D) Gold Guns Girls
- 68. Which character from The Batman uses an outfit modeled on Tony Montana's?
A) Two-Face
B) The Ventriloquist
C) Penguin
D) The Joker
- 69. Who was initially in talks to direct the 2011 version of 'Scarface'?
A) Luca Guadagnino
B) Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer
C) Antoine Fuqua
D) David Yates
- 70. Which artist included screen-used guns from Scarface in the Guns of Cinema series?
A) André Sogliuzzo
B) James Georgopoulos
C) L. A. Banks
D) Bob Dylan
- 71. What was the total revenue from DVD and Blu-ray sales of Scarface as of 2020?
A) $90 million
B) $100 million
C) $70 million
D) $84,303,545
- 72. Which critic called 'Scarface' an empty, bullying, overblown B-movie?
A) New York magazine
B) Vincent Canby
C) David Ansen
D) Roger Ebert
- 73. Which actor was cast in the lead role after Antoine Fuqua left the project?
A) Pablo Larraín
B) Cuban Link
C) Diego Luna
D) David Ayer
- 74. What was 'Scarface's' rank among the highest-grossing films of 1983?
A) 7th
B) 20th
C) 10th
D) 16th
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