: The unique, angular house used for Howard's family home was also used as Freddie Mercury's house in Bohemian Rhapsody .

: The role of the basketball star was originally written with Kobe Bryant in mind, but he was only interested in directing. Joel Embiid was also cast, but had to drop out when filming moved into the actual NBA season. Authentic New York Details

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