Groundhog Day Essay Questions

Essay Questions

  1. 1

    What song does Phil wake up to repeatedly on Groundhog Day?

    While Phil is stuck in the time loop he wakes up to "I've Got You Babe" every single morning as he returns to February 2nd, Groundhog Day.

  2. 2

    What does Phil make at the annual Groundhog Day dinner-dance?

    Phil makes a sculpture of Rita's face by carving out an ice block. He is able to tell her that he loves her in this moment and vows to be happy regardless of the time-loop he may be stuck in forever.

  3. 3

    What two actors turned down the role of Phil before Bill Murray accepted?

    Bill Murray was the final choice for Groundhog Day, but the role was initially offered to Tom Hanks who turned it down. It would later be offered to Michael Keaton, but he too would pass, paving the way for Murray to create the memorable character.

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