Not only are Dame Vanessa Redgrave and Franco Nero married in real life, but they played the famous lovers Lancelot and Guenevere in Camelot (1967).
Juliet's secretaries really do exist. They are called the Juliet Club and they volunteer to reply to letters left in Verona, as well as organize events in honor of 'Romeo and Juliet'.
Juliet's courtyard - one of Verona's biggest tourist attractions - was closed down specially for the film unit. This was the first time this had ever happened.
The hair brushing scene was supposedly difficult for Vanessa Redgrave to film, as the movie was made not long after the death of her daughter Natasha Richardson.
The part of Claire had particular resonance for Dame Vanessa Redgrave as she too had traveled to Italy as a younger girl and stayed for a period of time, much like her character.
Ashley Lilley: as Patricia. Lilley is Amanda Seyfried's best friend, and also appeared with her in Mamma Mia! (2008).
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