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An 18-year-old Mumbai orphan (Dev Patel) is one question away from winning 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?' He is arrested under suspicion of cheating and the events of his life are explored to explain how he knows the answers. Directed by Danny Boyle.

Film Trivia

• Mercedes-Benz asked that their logo be removed from any scenes taking place in the slums. Danny Boyle claims this is because they were afraid the poverty-stricken area would affect their image.
• For the scene where the young Jamal jumps through the toilet, peanut butter and chocolate was used as a substitute for human waste.
• Director Danny Boyle placed the salary of the three lead child actors in a trust that is to be released to them when they finish school at 16.
• The film is based upon Vikas Swarup's novel Q & A.
• This is the first film since Schindler's List in 1994 to win Best Picture, Director and Screenplay at the Golden Globes, BAFTAs and the Oscars.

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