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A handsome playboy (Cary Grant) and a shy woman (Deborah Kerr) find love on a cruise but are promised to others. They agree to meet at the Empire State Building in six months to seal the deal. Are they meant to be or star-crossed?
What is the opening and closing scene of the movie?
A cruise ship
A painting of woman in a white shawl
A taxi in New York
Snow falling in New York City
New York is the setting for most of the story. It has a pivotal role in a rendezvous.
A news story is being reported in various cities around the world. What is the story?
Nickie Ferrante (Cary Grant) is marrying an heiress.
Ferrante's fiancee is worth over $600 million and considered industrial nobility. He is somewhat of a player.
Terry McKay (Deborah Kerr) is marrying a Wall Street genius.
The Constitution is making its first voyage across the Atlantic.
It is an exceptionally warm summer with record heat.
One passenger keeps trying to talk with, and introduce his wife to Ferrante. Who is it?
Mr. Fletcher
Mr. Cottonwood
Mr. Hathaway
Hathaway is put off many times by Ferrante and later Miss McKay. He is a nuisance to them both.
Mr. Wormwood
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How do Terry McKay and Nick Ferrante meet on the ship?
They are given the same cabin room key.
He notices she has his cigarette case.
McKay found the case and had to be sure it was his before handing it over to him. She looks at the inscription and says it is "frightfully intimate."
He knocks her drink over.
She borrows a deck chair from him.
Which popular contemporary film used the premise of meeting at the Empire State Building based on this Grant/Kerr movie?
"Pretty Woman"
"The Wedding Date"
"Sleepless in Seattle"
When a boy wants his father to find a new woman in his life after the death of his mother, Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan are set up to meet at the Empire State Building.
"As Good As It Gets"
Nickie gets a message from an old flame. What is her name?
Ella
Lila
Elaine
Gabriella
She is upset with him for telling her he loved her but is now marrying another woman. She gave him the cigarette case.
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How long does Terry tell Nickie she has been with her boyfriend?
"Eight delightful years"
"Two true years"
"Five faithful years"
She points to his picture beside her bed. Nickie is trying to see if she is available and is disappointed she is not.
"Four fabulous years"
Ferrante tells McKay about his life and women. What does she comment?
"I'm not your type."
"Have you been a Casanova your whole life?"
"How do you keep them all straight in your mind?"
"We'll talk about me tomorrow."
To keep up contact with him, she puts off talking about herself. They carry on with witty repartee.
Where was McKay born?
Chicago
Boston
She tells Ferrante her life story. She was a nightclub singer in Boston where she met her significant other.
France
New York City
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What does McKay's boyfriend (Ken) tell her when he meets her?
"You are going to be my wife."
"You belong in a penthouse on 5th Avenue."
He also told her she didn't belong in a place like that (nightclub). He financially took care of her while she studied music.
"I'm the luckiest man in the world tonight."
"You sing like a nightingale."
Nickie quips, "I'll just go take my___________ for a walk."
Wit
Sex appeal
Money
Ego
There is snappy repartee between the two new acquaintances, bordering playful, sarcastic, but flirtatious. Terry calls him out on his flaws.
What happens when a photographer snaps a picture of McKay and Ferrante together on the ship?
Ferrante pushes him overboard.
McKay throws his film overboard.
Ferrante grabs the camera and passes the film to McKay. She is very concerned they will be watched on the trip.
Ferrante breaks his camera.
McKay sweetly persuades him to destroy the film.
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What do McKay and Ferrante both independently order to drink at the ship's bar?
An umbrella drink
A dry martini
Whiskey sour
Pink champagne cocktail
They had been using pink champagne as a metaphor in a conversation earlier. It shows their compatibility.
What does McKay say to Ferrante when they sit back-to-back in separate booths at dinner?
"Are you making fun of me?"
"This is what's known as fooling the world."
Everyone is watching and laughing at them because everyone knows they are together. They are humiliated, and McKay leaves.
"We might as well have dinner together."
"Are you following me?"
Who sings the opening theme song?
Bing Crosby
Perry Como
Frank Sinatra
Vic Damone
"An Affair to Remember" is a remake of the 1939 film, "Love Affair." Both were nominated for Best Song Oscars; 1940 for "Wishing" and 1958 for "An Affair to Remember."
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What color swimsuit does McKay wear at the pool?
Green
Purple
Light blue
Yellow
Ferrante dives in and is surprised to find McKay already in the pool. A photo of them together in the pool emerges later.
Why is Nickie going ashore at the ship's stop?
To tag along with McKay who wants to shop
To see his grandmother
McKay is invited along. She thinks he is lying about his reasons for going ashore, so she goes with Ferrante.
To visit a sick friend
To meet with an art dealer
What does McKay say when she arrives at Nickie's grandmother's house?
"I can't wait to see the owner of this place."
"I feel out of place here!"
"Who did you kill to know someone who would live like this?"
"What a divine place!"
It is in the hills of France, overlooking the water. It has a swanky feel!
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When Nickie starts his painting career, how does he sign his name?
"Rossi"
He wants to make it on his own with no preconceptions of his identity. He is committed to making a genuine living for Terry's sake.
"Niccolo"
"Terry Ferrante"
"LeFleur"
The grandmother is in the chapel when Ferrante arrives. What kind of dog waits outside for her?
A pug
A collie
The grandmother is saying her daily prayers. She is a widow and alone.
A poodle
A beagle
How many siblings does Terry say she has?
3
5
7
9
She carries a tray of tea for the grandmother and insists she can handle it since she comes from a family of ten.
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How old is Ferrante's grandmother?
76
82
Her passing is not a surprise because of her age. She leaves Terry her white shawl.
88
91
What does the grandmother tell Terry about Nickie?
"He can be a dangerous man. Be careful, my dear."
"He's tender on the inside."
"He needs to be married."
"I am afraid for him. When I see him with you, I feel better."
The grandmother likes Terry and makes subtle hints to both her and Ferrante they are good for each other.
What does Ferrante bring his grandmother as a gift?
A beautiful vase
A painting
It is a portrait of his grandfather he painted from memory. The grandmother is very touched.
A white lace shawl
A rare flower for her garden
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What toast does the grandmother give to Ferrante and McKay?
"To a happy marriage"
"May your voyage be a pleasant one"
During the toast, he hears the ship's horn blowing, reminding them they must leave. McKay goes back once more to give the grandmother a hug.
"May your hearts be at peace"
"To the heart"
McKay says to Ferrante, "We are heading into a rough sea." What does Ferrante reply?
"We need some life preservers."
"Throw me a line, would you?"
"I know; we changed our course today."
The metaphor acknowledges their feelings for one another. They will have to break off their engagements.
"How far from land are we?"
What does the couple decide to do their last evening on the ship?
Eat dinner in their rooms alone and without each other.
Enjoy their time together dancing and celebrating.
The ship's photographer has been selling pictures of them together anyway. No need to hide.
Play chess.
Cry in solitude
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Ferrante's voice cracks when he mentions what?
Going home
Her lovely voice
Wanting children
Wanting to marry her
They make plans to meet in six months at the top of the Empire State Building so they can start their life together. This will give them time to break off their other relationships and Ferrante can start a career as a painter.
What question does Ken ask Terry twice, then realizes she is in love with Ferrante when there is no reply?
"Was he charming?"
"Was he irresistible?"
They are watching an interview of Ferrante with Lois Clark (his fiancee) . Ferrante says he will be getting married in six months (implying he will marry Terry).
"Was he fascinating?"
"Was he the man of a girl's dreams?"
For how much does Ferrante sell his first painting?
$50
$100
$150
$200
He is painting on a billboard when he hears the news of his first sale. This is how he plans to support Terry.
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McKay never makes the Empire State Building date on July 1st. Why?
She is hit by a car.
She is on her way, but when she gets out of the cab, there is an accident. Ferrante waits until midnight for her on the 102nd floor.
She gets held up in traffic.
Ken prevents her from being there.
She changes her mind and gets cold feet.
Where do Ferrante and McKay first see each other since he had been stood up?
In a hospital waiting room
In a museum
In passing cabs
A theater performance
They both say "hello" and that is it. Ferrante doesn't know she cannot walk.
What song do the children sing to McKay while she rests in bed?
"Tomorrowland"
Terry cannot attend their performance, so the children come to her. Father McGrath gave her a job as a music teacher. Terry once sang this song in the nightclub.
"We Wish You a Merry Christmas"
"Smile Though Your Heart is Breaking"
"Inside and Out"
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Ferrante finds Terry and gives her his grandmother's white shawl. What does he tell her about the Empire State Building date?
He didn't think she would be there anyway.
He didn't show up.
Ferrante makes it obvious he was indeed there and makes her feel guilty for not being there.
He thought she must have had a good reason for not being there.
He is glad she has moved on with her life from him.
How does Ferrante first figure out that Terry had an accident?
He sees his painting on the wall.
He was told a painting had been given to a woman who could not walk.
There is a moment of realization and Nickie confirms his suspicion when he looks in a room that has his painting hanging on a wall. They embrace!
He asks her why she doesn't walk him out.
A nurse comes in to check on McKay.
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