- 1. Double Indemnity is a classic film noir released in 1944, directed by Billy Wilder and based on the novel by James M. Cain. The story centers around an insurance salesman named Walter Neff, played by Fred MacMurray, who becomes entangled in a deadly scheme after meeting the beautiful and seductive Phyllis Dietrichson, portrayed by Barbara Stanwyck. Phyllis, discontent with her marriage to the wealthy and unsuspecting Mr. Dietrichson, convinces Walter to help her carry out a plot to murder her husband and make it look like an accident, thus allowing her to collect on his life insurance policy with the double indemnity clause that would pay out double in the event of accidental death. As Walter and Phyllis execute their treacherous plan, they are pursued by the astute claims adjuster, Barton Keyes, played by Edward G. Robinson, who suspects foul play and begins to unearth the truth. The film masterfully explores themes of greed, betrayal, and moral ambiguity, showcasing the seductive allure of crime and the consequences that arise from succumbing to one's darker desires. With its sharp dialogue, clever plot twists, and striking cinematography, 'Double Indemnity' remains a landmark in the film noir genre and continues to be praised for its influence on cinema, highlighting the complexities of human relationships and the often-destructive nature of desire.
Who is the main protagonist in the film 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Walter Neff
B) Barton Keyes
C) Phyllis Dietrichson
D) Lola Dietrichson
- 2. Which year was 'Double Indemnity' released?
A) 1949
B) 1950
C) 1944
D) 1939
- 3. Who plays the character of Phyllis Dietrichson in the film?
A) Ingrid Bergman
B) Barbara Stanwyck
C) Lauren Bacall
D) Gloria Swanson
- 4. What insurance policy is used as part of the murder scheme in the film?
A) Home insurance
B) Accident insurance
C) Auto insurance
D) Health insurance
- 5. Which famous director co-wrote the screenplay for 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Alfred Hitchcock
B) Frank Capra
C) Orson Welles
D) Billy Wilder
- 6. In 'Double Indemnity', what is the term 'Double Indemnity' a reference to?
A) A type of cocktail
B) A secret code
C) A clause in an insurance policy
D) A line from a famous poem
- 7. How does Phyllis Dietrichson intend to benefit from her husband's murder?
A) Starting a new business
B) Inheriting his estate
C) Gaining a promotion
D) Collecting insurance money
- 8. Which term is used to describe the style of 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Romance
B) Comedy
C) Film Noir
D) Musical
- 9. Who plays the character of Walter Neff in the film?
A) James Stewart
B) Cary Grant
C) Fred MacMurray
D) Humphrey Bogart
- 10. Which city does most of the action take place in 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Chicago
B) San Francisco
C) New York
D) Los Angeles
- 11. Who ultimately solves the murder mystery in the film?
A) Walter Neff
B) Lola Dietrichson
C) Phyllis Dietrichson
D) Barton Keyes
- 12. Which famous composer scored the music for 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Miklós Rózsa
B) Ennio Morricone
C) Henry Mancini
D) John Williams
- 13. Who is the author of the novel 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Agatha Christie
B) James M. Cain
C) Dashiell Hammett
D) Raymond Chandler
- 14. What does Walter Neff fall in love with over the course of the novel?
A) His job
B) His apartment
C) Phyllis Dietrichson
D) His car
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