'Gold' trivia and fun facts

Script's requirements

Matthew McConaughey shaved his head for his role in the film.

Searching for gold

Matthew McConaughey's third film about a search for gold, after 'Sahara' (2005) and 'Fool's Gold' (2008).

First film after eleven years

It was the first film directed by Stephen Gaghan after eleven years.

Stephen Gaghan

Stephen Gaghan was awarded with an Oscar for Best Adapted Screen ('Traffic').

Kenny Wells

Matthew McConaughey claimed this was his favorite role he has ever done.

Christian Bale

Christian Bale was offered the lead role when Michael Mann was set to direct.

Alternative actress

Michelle Williams was cast in the lead role but dropped out. Bryce Dallas Howard replaced her after filming already had begun.

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