- 1. Taxi Driver is a 1976 American psychological thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese and written by Paul Schrader. It follows the story of Travis Bickle, played by Robert De Niro, a mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran who becomes a nighttime taxi driver in New York City. The film delves deep into themes of loneliness, alienation, and societal decay as Travis navigates the gritty streets filled with crime and corruption. He becomes increasingly disillusioned with the city and its inhabitants, reflecting the tumultuous state of America in the 1970s. Fueled by a sense of purpose and a desire to cleanse the city of its supposed filth, Travis becomes obsessed with taking vigilante justice into his own hands. The film is renowned for its iconic quotes, particularly the famous line, 'You talking to me?' and for its haunting score by Bernard Herrmann. It leaves a lasting impact on viewers with its intense performances, particularly from De Niro and Jodie Foster, who plays a young prostitute named Iris. 'Taxi Driver' is frequently cited as one of the greatest films in cinematic history, known for its raw portrayal of urban life and the psychological complexities of its protagonist.
Who directed the movie 'Taxi Driver'?
A) Steven Spielberg
B) Martin Scorsese
C) Quentin Tarantino
D) Francis Ford Coppola
- 2. In which year was 'Taxi Driver' released?
A) 1976
B) 1982
C) 1990
D) 2000
- 3. What is the name of the main character played by Robert De Niro?
A) Travis Bickle
B) Jake LaMotta
C) Rupert Pupkin
D) Vito Corleone
- 4. What color is Travis Bickle's cab in the movie?
A) Blue
B) Red
C) Green
D) Yellow
- 5. Which film award did 'Taxi Driver' win at the Cannes Film Festival?
A) Palme d'Or
B) Golden Globe
C) Golden Lion
D) Golden Bear
- 6. Who composed the musical score for the movie 'Taxi Driver'?
A) John Williams
B) Hans Zimmer
C) Ennio Morricone
D) Bernard Herrmann
- 7. What is the ending of the film suggesting about Travis Bickle's fate?
A) Tragic
B) Happy
C) Ambiguous
D) Redemptive
- 8. Who scored his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role in 'Taxi Driver'?
A) Martin Scorsese
B) Joe Pesci
C) Robert De Niro
D) Al Pacino
- 9. What is Travis Bickle's military background in the movie?
A) Air Force
B) Marine
C) Army
D) Navy
- 10. Who played the role of Sport, the pimp, in 'Taxi Driver'?
A) John Cazale
B) Joe Pesci
C) Harvey Keitel
D) Danny DeVito
- 11. Who was the producer of 'Taxi Driver'?
A) Sydney Pollack
B) Robert De Niro
C) Michael Phillips
D) Irwin Winkler
- 12. What is the country of origin of the movie 'Taxi Driver'?
A) United States
B) Italy
C) United Kingdom
D) France
- 13. What is Travis Bickle's profession in the movie?
A) Lawyer
B) Doctor
C) Police officer
D) Taxi driver
- 14. Where does Travis Bickle work as a taxi driver?
A) Miami
B) Los Angeles
C) Chicago
D) New York City
- 15. Which actress played the role of Iris in 'Taxi Driver'?
A) Jodie Foster
B) Meryl Streep
C) Cybill Shepherd
D) Michelle Pfeiffer
- 16. What animal does Travis Bickle compare himself to in the movie?
A) A wolf
B) A lion
C) A fox
D) A rat
- 17. Which political event serves as the backdrop for the movie 'Taxi Driver'?
A) Watergate scandal
B) Vietnam War
C) Civil Rights movement
D) Gulf War
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