1987 Academy Awards Luncheon

The speaker discusses the promotion of a film in Ireland and hopes for its re-release with a publicity campaign to become a box-office hit. They mention naming Reagan in the film as responsible for a reign of terror, citing meetings with death squad leaders. The speaker also plans to join picket lines with fellow writers and shares a personal anecdote about a near-death experience in the Philippines.

What is the speaker's hope for the film if it is re-released?

• It will be banned in Ireland.

• It will be shown only in private screenings.

• It will become a top box-office hit.

• It will receive critical acclaim.

Who is named in the film as being responsible for a reign of terror?

• Robert White

• Roberto Davison

• Ronald Reagan

• Kiki Alvarez

With whom did the Reagan transition team meet according to the speaker?

• Four church women

• Roberto Davison

• The leaders of the left

• American embassy officials

What activity does the speaker mention doing with fellow writers?

• Hosting a talk show

• Attending a film premiere

• Walking the picket lines

• Writing a new screenplay

Where did the speaker almost get someone killed?

• Ireland

• Cuba

• El Salvador

• The Philippines