INTERVIEW - Irvine Welsh on 'Trainspotting 2', why it's been taking so long to make at 'Filth' Interviews on September 3

INTERVIEW - Irvine Welsh on 'Trainspotting 2', why it's been taking so long to make at 'Filth' Interviews on September 3

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Arts, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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The transcript discusses the challenges faced in filming scripts, particularly focusing on the experiences with Miramax Hall and the involvement of Harvey Weinstein. It highlights the difficulties encountered by Welsh scriptwriters and directors in producing a successful script. The narrative concludes with the positive impact of John's contribution, drawing parallels to the success of the 'Trainspotting' script.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of establishing Miramax Hall in Europe?

To develop a new film genre

To focus on documentary films

To expand into the Asian market

To create a flagship location for film production

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main issue faced by the Welsh scriptwriters?

They refused to work with new directors

They demanded too much money

They were unable to write a compelling script

They focused only on historical dramas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the directors unable to proceed with the script?

They were busy with other projects

They wanted to write the script themselves

They lacked funding

They were not interested in the project

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction to John Hodge's script?

It was similar to previous failures

It was considered too complex

It was rejected immediately

It was seen as a potential success

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the narrator feel about the script presented by John Hodge?

It seemed like a risky venture

It reminded them of the 'Trainspotting' script

It was not up to the mark

It needed significant revisions