Hollywood’s Darkest Moments: The Shocking Scandals And Tragedies Of The Entertainment Industry
Water, Water, Everywhere…
During the making of 1928’s “Noah’s Ark,” an ambitious flood scene turned tragically real as three extras lost their lives. An estimated 600,000 gallons (though the exact amount is debated) of water surged down spillways to create the deluge.
Cinematographer Hal Mohr, deeply concerned about the perilous stunt, reportedly abandoned the set in protest, his warnings ignored by director Michael Curtiz. This cinematic endeavor, intended for dramatic effect, inadvertently became a heart-wrenching reminder of the dangers lurking behind the scenes in early filmmaking.
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