Famous Biographical Movies Trivia Quiz

Answer: Ali

"Ali" (2001) is directed by Michael Mann and stars Will Smith, Jon Voight, and Jamie Foxx. It chronicles the life of outstanding American boxer Muhammad Ali, including scenes from the "Rumble in the Jungle", the much publicized fight against George Foreman.

In addition, it portrays some controversies surrounding the boxing icon's life; examples include his conversion to Islam and his clear disapproval regarding the Vietnam War.

Answer: Catch Me if You Can

"Catch Me if You Can" (2002) is based on a book of the same name, written by Frank Abignail Jr, an American con artist. The movie portrays his transition from a sly high school student into a skilled con-man, who single-handedly managed to steal over 2 million dollars before his 21st birthday. Directed by Steven Speilberg, it stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Christopher Walken, and Tom Hanks. "Moulin Rouge!" (2001) follows the story of Satine (Nicole Kidman) and her lover (Ewan McGregor), and the various difficulties they face during 20th century France. "Titanic"(1997), one of the most successful box-office hits to date, revolves around the epic ship and the devastating loss of life that followed its sinking. "The Mask of Zorro" (1998), with Anthony Hopkins and Antonio Banderas brings to the screen a much-loved Mexican superhero who transmits his wisdom and cunning to his new student.

Answer: Colin Farrell

"Alexander" (2004), directed by Oliver Stone, is an epic movie starring Colin Farrell and Angelina Jolie. It follows the life of Alexander the Great, outlining his early life and his short yet very impressive military career as the Macedonian king. In addition, it shows the audience the various degrees of difficulty he faced in controlling relationships with his mother, father, and best friend.

This is one of Colin Farrell's finest roles, as this actor has established himself in Hollywood as a powerful and screen-friendly actor.

He can also be seen in "Daredevil" (2003) as Bullseye and "Phone Booth" (2002)as Stu.

Answer: True

"A Beautiful Mind" (2001), directed by Ron Howard and starring Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, and Jennifer Connelly, is based on a book of the same name by Sylvia Nasar. Nobel-Prize winning logician John Forbes Nash is portrayed in an excellent light by Russell Crowe, and he faces several problems, including schizophrenia and a turbulent marriage.

Answer: Selena

"Selena" (1997), directed by Gregory Nava, stars Jennifer Lopez as famous Mexican-American singer Selena, who became an international singing phenomenon at a very young age. However, Selena was shot and killed in 1995 as a result of her close friend's jealousy. This is an excellent movie, which was ultimately the breakthrough role of Jennifer Lopez's career.

Answer: False

"The Pursuit of Happyness" (2006), starring Will Smith and directed by Gabriele Muccino, chronicles a stage of Chris Gardner's life. Chris' financial security declines to the level of extreme poverty before will and hard determination allows him to become a stockbroker and support his son.

His son, Christopher, played by Jaden Smith (Will Smith's real son), is with him the whole time, as they go through thick and thin together, and this strengthens their father-son bond immensely.

Answer: Walk the Line

"Walk the Line" (2005) is directed by James Mangold. This Academy Award-winning movie follows the life of famous American singer Johnny Cash. It stars Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon as Johnny and June Cash, the latter having won an Academy Award for best actress for her outstanding role in this movie.

Answer: Howard Hughes

"The Aviator" (2004) is an Academy-Award winning movie directed by Martin Scorsese, and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchette. It tells the story of Howard Hughes, owner of TWA, his personal life, and his struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Answer: Salma Hayek

Directed by Julie Taymor, "Frida" (2002) stars Salma Hayek as Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, and Alfred Molina as her husband Diego Riviera, also an artist. The movie won Oscars for Best Makeup, as well as Best Original Music Score.
Many may know Salma Hayek in her role in "Desperado" (1995) alongside Antonio Banderas, which was the breakthrough role of her career. She has also acted with Pierce Brosnan in "After the Sunset" (2004), and reprised her role as Carolina in "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" (2003).

Answer: Frank Lucas

"American Gangster" (2007) stars Denzel Washington and Russel Crowe, and is directed by Ridley Scott. In a very successfully completed crime movie, Washington plays Frank Lucas, one of the primary men responsible for smuggling heroin into the United States from East Asia. Richie Roberts (Crowe) is a moral and honest police officer who eventually arrests Lucas.

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