“Uncover the Hidden Secrets and Bizarre Tales Behind the Cult Classic ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’!”
A Majority Of The Film Was Supposed To Be In Black And White
While conceiving the film’s overall look, Sharman, Thomson, and company originally thought the film’s opening should be shot entirely in black and white. The first shot of color in the film would be Frank N. Furter’s red lips when he appeared on the elevator.
The idea was that Brad and Janet were living in a bland world, and when they first meet Furter, they would be shown something that’s much more colorful. The studio would unfortunately reject the idea altogether.
The Hit “The Time Warp” Was Written To Fill Up Space
According to Richard Hartley, the composer of the film, “Time Warp” was added during rehearsals because they needed a dance number in a musical. Plus, they had to pad it out as the play was only about 40 minutes.
The song would eventually evolve on the go, all within a three-week span. It has become a popular song beyond the reaches of the film and the show. It’s often played at dances, bar mitzvahs, and weddings,
Princess Diana Was A Fan
Perhaps the most impressive fan of the cult-following class is none other than Princess Diana! While working on a theater performance of the play in Austria, Curry was informed that the former Princess of Wales wanted to meet him.
When they met, Diana was quick to tell the actor the film “completed her education.” Essentially, the movie made an impact on her life, as she is one of the many fans of the movie. A lot of people wanted to be in the movie, but a musician and a comedian were both rejected. Find out who wanted in on the movie shortly.
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