The magic in the movie wasn’t all CGI. Remember how Coffey catches the flies?
Duncan actually caught real flies on set. He had crazy-fast reflexes.
The crew thought it was a trick. Nope, pure talent.
Another bit: The mouse, Mr. Jingles, was played by five different mice. One of them bit Duncan.
He laughed it off. “Just a little love nip,” he said.
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That mouse went on to live like a king. It had a heated trailer and a personal trainer. No joke.
The Voice You Can’t Forget
Duncan’s voice was a gift. It was deep, rumbling, and kind.
He did voice work in other films, like Kung Fu Panda and Tarzan.
But nothing matches the way he said, “Heaven, I’m in heaven.” That line gives chills every time.
He recorded that scene in one take. One take! Pure instinct.
Director Darabont called it “the most perfect moment” in his career.
