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20 things you probably didn't know about 'Home Alone'


Published on 2024-12-11 23:10:12 - Business Insider
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  • It's been over 30 years since Macaulay Culkin starred in the iconic Christmas film, but even big fans may not have heard these "Home Alone" fun facts.

The article from Business Insider provides a collection of fun facts and behind-the-scenes trivia about the classic holiday film "Home Alone." It discusses how the movie was initially conceived as a darker, more adult-oriented film but was transformed into a family-friendly comedy. Key points include the casting process, where Macaulay Culkin was chosen after his brother auditioned for the role, and the film's massive success, becoming the highest-grossing live-action comedy until "The Hangover Part II" in 2011. Other trivia includes the use of real tarantulas, the creation of the iconic scream by Daniel Stern, and the fact that the house used in the movie was sold for $1.585 million in 2012. Additionally, the article touches on the film's lasting cultural impact, its numerous sequels, and how certain scenes were filmed, like the famous sledding scene down the stairs.

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[ https://www.businessinsider.com/home-alone-fun-facts-2018-11 ]

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