Be Cool, released in 2005, is a comedy crime movie which was disliked by the film industry, turns its eyes towards the music industry. The film features characters such as Chili Palmer, played by John Travolta, and Edie Athens, enacted by Uma Thurman, and their journey in the music industry. This section offers more details regarding the shooting process and intriguing facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of Be Cool was done at a number of different locations in USA spanning Los Angeles, Hollywood and Mansfield. Some of the standout spots include Canter’s Deli, Viper Room, and the Tweeter Center. The movie was shot over a span of approx three months from February 2, 2004, to April 23, 2004.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| John Travolta | Chili Palmer |
| Uma Thurman | Edie Athens |
| Vince Vaughn | Raji |
| Steven Tyler | Steven Tyler |
| Robert Pastorelli | Joe Loop |
| Christina Milian | Linda Moon |
| Paul Adelstein | Hy Gordon |
| Debi Mazar | Marla |
| Harvey Keitel | Nick Carr |
| Danny DeVito | Martin Weir |
| James Woods | Tommy Athens |
| Wyclef Jean | Wyclef Jean |
| Fred Durst | Self |
| Sergio Mendes | Sergio Mendes |
| Gene Simmons | Gene Simmons |
| Joe Perry | Joe Perry |
| Anna Nicole Smith | Anna Nicole Smith |
| Anthony J. Ribustello | Fast Freddie |
| Steve Maye | Steve |
| Alex Kubik | Roman Bulkin |
| Darren Carter | Glenn |
| Carol Duboc | Pumpkin |
| Minae Noji | Miss Bangkok |
| Arielle Kebbel | Robin |
| Kimberly J. Brown | Tiffany |
| Jordan Moseley | Deshawn |
| Margaret Travolta | Marge |
| Scott Adsit | Program Director |
| Brian Christensen | Hairy Russian |
| Nick Loren | Assistant Director |
| Craig Susser | Assistant Director |
| George Fisher | Ivan |
| Frank Lloyd | A&R Guy |
| Sahar Simmons | Sin LaSalle’s Wife |
| Serdar Kalsin | Bearded Russian |
| Noelle Scaggs | Backup Singer |
| Joyce Tolbert | Backup Singer |
| Chris Lewis | Dub MDs |
| Daryl Jones | Dub MDs |
| Alex-Andre Watkins | Dub MDs |
| Floyd Tremmel | Dub MDs |
| Quincy Taylor | Dub MDs |
| Will Harris | Dub MDs |
| Kimberly Wyatt | Pussycat Doll |
| Kasey Campbell | Pussycat Doll |
| Ashley Roberts | Pussycat Doll |
| Nicole Scherzinger | Pussycat Doll |
| Leon C. Carswell | Music Video Dancer |
| Jovan Clayton | Music Video Dancer |
| Corinthea Henderson | Music Video Dancer |
| Micah Jenkins | Music Video Dancer |
| Donyelle Denise Jones | Music Video Dancer |
| Clifford McGhee | Music Video Dancer |
| Rashad Miles | Music Video Dancer |
| Oscar Orosco | Music Video Dancer |
| Quinette Price | Music Video Dancer |
| Shellee Samuels | Music Video Dancer |
| Roel Suasin | Music Video Dancer |
| Christopher Toler | Music Video Dancer |
| Ceasare Willis | Music Video Dancer |
| Shanell Woodgett | Music Video Dancer |
| Lesa Maiava | Samoan Dancer |
| Mervyn Lilo | Samoan Dancer |
| Ryan Ashley | Swing Dancer |
| Shannon Beach | Swing Dancer |
| Alison Faulk | Swing Dancer |
| Autum Perry | Swing Dancer |
| Christian Perry | Swing Dancer |
| Nathan Prevost | Swing Dancer |
| Gustavo Vargas | Swing Dancer |
| Vitaly Yasnogorodsky | Swing Dancer |
| Eric Balfour | Derek (scenesDeleted) |
| Phil Jackson | Self (scenesDeleted) |
| Patti LaBelle | Self (scenesDeleted) |
| Dan Brown | Concert Goer (uncredited) |
| Michael Leland Burton | Club Goer (uncredited) |
| Stephen P. Conrad | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Osa Danam | Waitress (uncredited) |
| Tabbert Fiiller | Russian Mobster (uncredited) |
| Seth Green | Shotgun – Music Video Director (uncredited) |
| Janis Jones | Viper Room Biker (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Swing Dancer (uncredited) |
| Kimo Keoke | Swing Dancer (uncredited) |
| Mike Knox | Restaurant patron (uncredited) |
| Sean LoGrasso | Award Show Audience (uncredited) |
| Danielle McKee | Basketball Fan (uncredited) |
| Hans Raith | Russian Mafia Member (uncredited) |
| Robert Robbins | Audience member (uncredited) |
| Kari Ruth | Women in Office with Tommy (uncredited) |
| Kelly C. Ryan | Hot Babe (uncredited) |
| Zoot Sax | Night Club Attendee (uncredited) |
| Christopher J. Smith | Laker Fan (uncredited) |
| Marina Susan | Russian Waitress (uncredited) |
| Melody Thornton | Pussycat Doll (uncredited) |
| Levi Tinker | Grauman’s Chinese Theatre doorman (uncredited) |
| Cassie Townsend | Street Atmosphere (uncredited) |
| William S. Tribell | Aerosmith Audience (uncredited) |
| Juting Tsang | Waitress (uncredited) |
| Tarita Virtue | Beautiful Woman (uncredited) |
| Elliot Wilhelm | Patron at Viper Room (uncredited) |
| Rachel Zeskind | Dancer (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
1. The film stars renowned actors such as John Travolta, Uma Thurman, and Vince Vaughn.
2. F. Gary Gray was the director of the movie.
3. The film script was drafted by Elmore Leonard and Peter Steinfeld.
4. The film has a duration of 1 hour and 58 minutes.
5. Despite the well-known cast, Be Cool received mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike.
6. Characters like Raji, Sin LaSalle, Dabu, Steven Tyler, Joe Loop, and Linda Moon add to the diverse lineup of the film.
7. The movie was recognised in various awards, eventually winning one award and receiving 13 nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Canter’s Deli – 419 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0789712
- Longitude: -118.361807
- Place ID: ChIJj4k9MDO5woARmGNCokL2xlg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 419 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Viper Room – 8852 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0904343
- Longitude: -118.3847233
- Place ID: ChIJSw1G5zG_woAR9U8xWlPhME8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 8852 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Sunset Blvd & Gardner Street, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0980337
- Longitude: -118.3528577
- Place ID: EjRTdW5zZXQgQmx2ZCAmIEdhcmRuZXIgU3QsIExvcyBBbmdlbGVzLCBDQSA5MDA0NiwgVVNBImYiZAoUChIJZ6JBF9y-woARgXmCf8ugXC0SFAoSCWeiQRfcvsKAEYF5gn_LoFwtGhQKEgnPyEQ8CrzCgBHJWmKjJBAvIBoUChIJEWRBOOe-woARJRz5ay9HaPoiCg1x8lIUFX_JdLk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sunset Blvd & Gardner St, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 7385 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0763707
- Longitude: -118.350934
- Place ID: ChIJZ6iXRCm5woARXuLjGnC1ehU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 7385 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
