- 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) Phyllis Dietrichson
B) Walter Neff
C) Lola Dietrichson
D) Barton Keyes
- 2. Which year was 'Double Indemnity' released?
A) 1944
B) 1950
C) 1939
D) 1949
- 3. Who plays the character of Phyllis Dietrichson in the film?
A) Lauren Bacall
B) Gloria Swanson
C) Ingrid Bergman
D) Barbara Stanwyck
- 4. What insurance policy is used as part of the murder scheme in the film?
A) Auto insurance
B) Health insurance
C) Accident insurance
D) Home insurance
- 5. Which famous director co-wrote the screenplay for 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Billy Wilder
B) Alfred Hitchcock
C) Frank Capra
D) Orson Welles
- 6. In 'Double Indemnity', what is the term 'Double Indemnity' a reference to?
A) A secret code
B) A clause in an insurance policy
C) A line from a famous poem
D) A type of cocktail
- 7. How does Phyllis Dietrichson intend to benefit from her husband's murder?
A) Gaining a promotion
B) Inheriting his estate
C) Collecting insurance money
D) Starting a new business
- 8. Which term is used to describe the style of 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Romance
B) Film Noir
C) Comedy
D) Musical
- 9. Who plays the character of Walter Neff in the film?
A) Fred MacMurray
B) James Stewart
C) Humphrey Bogart
D) Cary Grant
- 10. Which city does most of the action take place in 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Chicago
B) San Francisco
C) Los Angeles
D) New York
- 11. Who ultimately solves the murder mystery in the film?
A) Lola Dietrichson
B) Barton Keyes
C) Walter Neff
D) Phyllis Dietrichson
- 12. Which famous composer scored the music for 'Double Indemnity'?
A) Miklós Rózsa
B) Henry Mancini
C) John Williams
D) Ennio Morricone
- 13. Who is the author of the novel 'Double Indemnity'?
A) James M. Cain
B) Raymond Chandler
C) Dashiell Hammett
D) Agatha Christie
- 14. What does Walter Neff fall in love with over the course of the novel?
A) His apartment
B) His job
C) His car
D) Phyllis Dietrichson
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