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Barton Fink

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Barton Fink game quiz
"The lasting appeal of “Barton Fink” is due to various elements almost, but not quite, fitting into a rational whole. To this day, arguments erupt over obvious and subliminal symbolism, and the Coen brothers continue to shun explanations."

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1. Near the begining of “Barton Fink,” the Harold publishes a favorable review of Barton’s play. What’s the name of the play?
    Bare Ruined Choirs
    Triumph Of The Common Man
    Fresh Fish
    Marty & Abby


2. Which brand is Barton’s typewriter?
    Smith Corona
    Hudsucker
    Underwood
    Sterling


3. “Ben Geisler” is seen on the glass next to Geisler’s office door. What is the other name pained on the glass?
    Sam Raimi
    Alan Smithee
    Lou Breeze
    Jerry Kahn


4. What is the title of the film W.P. Mayhew is working on?
    Nebuchadnezzar
    Simple Plan
    Slave Ship
    Devil On The Canvas


5. Which one of the following is never seen in “Barton Fink”?
    Bowtie
    Hotel Earle’s exterior
    Automobile
    A single animal


6. Charlie and Barton become friends when they first meet. Shortly before leaving Barton’s hotel room, Charlie does what?
    Says, “Jeez, what a dump,” when the wallpaper begins to peel
    Tells Barton he’ll get through his writer’s block
    Flings the remains of a drink on the room’s floor
    Apologizes for hurting Barton during a wrestling lesson


7. What does Barton find in the hotel room’s Gideon Bible?
    A dead mosquito
    A black and white picture of Charlie
    A swath of wet wallpaper
    Genesis corrupted by Barton’s writing


8. As Barton exits his hotel room into a flaming hallway, what does Barton NOT bring with him?
    His new screenplay
    His typewriter
    Charlie’s package
    His hat


9. “Barton Fink” was edited by Roderick Jaynes. Who is Roderick Jaynes?
    Michael Miller
    Joel and Ethan Coen
    Rodger Deakins
    Sam Raimi


10. Joel Coen (age 36 at the time) said the brothers were able to make movies the way they wanted, in part, because...
    Their films attain cult status
    Their films were low-budget
    They knew how to market John Goodman
    Frances McDormand had trouble remembering which brother she’d married

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