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5 things you probably never knew about 'The Royal Tenenbaums,' according to the cast and creators

Libby TorresJun 19, 2021, 18:22 IST

Gene Hackman (right) in "The Royal Tenenbaums."Touchstone Pictures

Wes Anderson's 2001 comedy-drama "The Royal Tenenbaums" had a recent panel at Tribeca Festival.
The cast and creators shared fun facts and behind-the-scenes secrets at Monday's pre-recorded panel.
Star Gene Hackman was apparently unhappy with his "low" salary, and was on set "all day."

Gene Hackman, who played patriarch Royal Tenenbaum, was apparently unhappy with his "low" salary, and was on set "all day."

Gene Hackman in "The Royal Tenenbaums." Buena Vista Pictures

Owen and Luke's older brother Andrew had cameos in several key scenes.

Andrew Wilson (brother of Luke and Owen) appeared in two scenes in "The Royal Tenenbaums." Buena Vista Pictures

The fight between Royal and Henry had to be filmed through a window, since the room where it takes place was so small.

Gene Hackman and Danny Glover argue in "The Royal Tenenbaums." Buena Vista Pictures

According to director Wes Anderson, the movie was inspired by JD Salinger and an Orson Welles film.

Luke Wilson and Gwyneth Paltrow in "The Royal Tenenbaums." Buena Vista Pictures

Luke Wilson said there's really a plaque at Forest Hills stadium commemorating his character's tennis loss.

Luke Wilson as Richie Tenenbaum. Buena Vista Pictures

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