Yesterday, Gulli broadcast “The Grinch” with Jim Carrey in the role of the famous bogeyman. A character who made us want to offer you a quiz on the color green in cinema with nine films to recognize.
There are many green characters in the cinematic universe. Whether they are in live action films such as the colossus Hulk from the Marvel universe, brought to the screen by Eric Bana in 2003, Edward Norton in 2008, then Mark Ruffalo for the following films, or the crazy The Mask played by the inimitable Jim Carrey.
But also in cartoons with again numerous examples including Jedi Master Yoda from the Star Wars universe (iconic character to whom we have already devoted a quiz), the most famous ogre, Shrek from Dreamworks studios, or Bob Razowski from Monsters and Co.
We could add to this list the Grinch which was entitled to its cinema adaptation in 2000 again with Jim Carrey in the main role. Rebroadcast last night on Gulli, it made us want to offer you a quiz on the color green in cinema, with nine feature films to recognize. Before we begin, here are some secrets from filming Ron Howard’s film.
DID YOU KNOW ?
Grinch Makeup
The Grinch’s fur was created using yak hair sewn onto a stretch Lycra suit. The process of making up (which included wearing false teeth and contact lenses) and dressing Jim Carrey took every morning… 3 long hours!
Rick Baker, special makeup
He has worked on numerous fantasy films, comedies and horror films and has been awarded seven Academy Awards (The Werewolf of London, Bigfoot and the Hendersons, Ed Wood, Professor Folding, Men in Black, Wolfman and… . The Grinch).
Jim Carrey, fan of the original tale
“As a child, I never spent a single Christmas without rereading Dr. Seuss’s tale or watching its television adaptation. When this project was mentioned, I had the impression that a dream was coming true – a dream that I didn’t even dare to have!“, assures the actor.
It’s up to you to play, trying to find as many correct answers as possible so as not to end up green with rage at the end of this quiz!