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1. Three surfing friends share life's ups and downs from the innocent 60s to the turbulent years of the 70s in this 1978 movie. "Big _________".

Answer: Wednesday

Jan-Michael Vincent, Gary Busey and William Katt starred as Matt, Leroy and Jack, whose lives revolve around surfing until adult responsibilities and the changing world around them begin to interfere. "Big Wednesday" also starred Sam Melville, Patti D'Arbanville and Darrell Fetty.

2. In his search for something which was stolen from him, an odd young man sets out on a journey which takes him to the Alamo. In "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure", what was it that was stolen from him?

Answer: Bicycle

After being told that his bike is in the basement of the Alamo by a fortune-teller, Pee-Wee (Paul Reubens aka Pee-Wee Herman) sets off on a cross country trip where he meets other strange people. Directed by Tim Burton, the movie was written by Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens and Michael Varhol. The movie also starred Elizabeth Daily and Diane Salinger.

3. An FBI agent (Martin Lawrence) poses as the large grandmother of the girlfriend of an escaped bank robber. Which movie is this?

Answer: Big Momma's House

From 2000, "Big Momma's House" also starred Nia Long, Paul Giamatti, Terrence Howard and Anthony Anderson. Director Raja Gosnell also directed "Never Been Kissed" and "Scooby-Doo".

4. In "Big Trouble in Little China", a truck driver must help save his friend's green-eyed, kidnapped fiancee from Lo Pan, an evil sorcerer who needs to marry a green-eyed woman to restore his youth. Joining our inept hero is Gracie Law, who also has green eyes, making Lo Pan think that two wives are better than one. Who played the truck driver, Jack?

Answer: Kurt Russell

From 1986, the movie also starred Kim Cattrall, James Hong and Victor Wong. Director John Carpenter has also directed Kurt Russell in "Escape from New York", "The Thing" and "Escape from L.A.".

5. What kind of league is involved in "Little Big League"?

Answer: Major League Baseball

A 12-year-old kid, Billy, is bequeathed the Minnesota Twins baseball team by his grandfather. After he fires the manager, who the players didn't like anyway, he makes himself manager of the team. Although reluctant to listen to a kid about their business, the players eventually respond when they realize Billy knows a little something about baseball. Luke Edwards, Timothy Busfield, Jonathan Silverman, John Ashton and Jason Robards starred in "Little Big League".

6. Which one of Winnie the Pooh's friends had a "Big" movie?

Answer: Piglet

In "Piglet's Big Movie" (2003), Piglet gets lost in the forest after having his feelings hurt. His friends in the Hundred Acre Wood use his memory book to help find him, and realize how big a part he has played in their lives. Voices for this animated movie were provided by John Fiedler, Jim Cummings, Kath Soucie and Andre Stojka.

7. "The Big Parade", starring John Gilbert, takes place during what war?

Answer: WWI

From 1925, "The Big Parade" also starred Renee Adoree, Karl Dane and Tom O'Brien. Gilbert is best remembered for his portrayal of an idealistic young man who finds love amid the horrors of WWI France. The movie was directed by King Vidor and is the highest-grossing silent film of all time.

8. In "The Big Chill", what brings the group of old college friends together?

Answer: A funeral

Everyone has gathered for the funeral of their friend Alex who committed suicide. They all stay at the home of Sarah and Harold for the weekend and discuss their lives, Alex and their futures. Kevin Kline, Tom Berenger, Glenn Close and William Hurt were several of the stars in the ensemble cast. The movie was nominated for a Best Picture Oscar.

9. Which "Star Wars" actor starred in 1980's "The Big Red One"?

Answer: Mark Hamill

Mark Hamill portrayed Pvt. Griff, a member of 1st Squad, whose veteran sergeant (Lee Marvin) leads his troops across Europe as they all try to stay alive. The movie was written by director Samuel Fuller based on his experiences fighting in WWII.

10. In "Big Fish", Albert Finney starred as Edward Bloom, a dying man whose wife summons their son to his bedside to see him before he dies. Who played the young Ed Bloom?

Answer: Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney both do a fine job portraying a man whose life, and the stories he told about it, were just too much for his son to believe. The son, Will, had become cynical about the stories over the years and seeks the truth from his father. "Big Fish" is an enjoyable movie to watch and is so touching at the end. Jessica Lange, Billy Crudup, Alison Lohman, Danny DeVito, Matthew McGrory and Steve Buscemi also starred in this 2003 movie.

It was directed by Tim Burton and was nominated for an Oscar for Danny Elfman's Original Score.

Source: Author Polaris101

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