The movie “Best Friends” from 1975 is about two childhood chums and their better halves embarking on a road journey. One friend is set to take marriage vows, which the other disapproves and seeks to ruin his friend’s relationship. The movie delves into places where it was shot, has interesting characters, and comprises exciting facts about the movie and backstage stories.
Where it Filmed?
This movie was filmed at several locations in Arizona, USA. These places include:
- The Sacred Mountain Gas Station at US-89 and 150 Road, Flagstaff
- Parks In The Pines General Store at 12963 Old Route 66, Parks
- Some scenes were also shot at Parks and Flagstaff in the state of Arizona
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Richard Hatch | Jesse |
| Susanne Benton | Kathy |
| Doug Chapin | Pat |
| Ann Noland | Jo Ella |
| Renee Paul | Dancer |
| Ralph Montgomery | Bar Boss |
| Roger Bear | Kola |
| John McKee | RV Salesman |
| Bonnie Erkel | Doreen |
| Michael Gordon | Truck Driver |
| Ray Wilinski | Band |
| Richard Trees | Band |
| Wade Wilson | Band |
Trivia and Facts
The movie boasts of interesting trivia and lesser-known facts:
- The movie talks about strong friendships that turn to rivalry crossing certain boundaries.
- The runtime of 83 minutes keeps viewers engaged in the intense drama.
- The film was also known as ‘Fatale Freundschaft’ in West Germany and ‘Amici per la pelle’ in Italy.
- A glaring goof happened during the movie. Pat buys a motorcycle that mysteriously disappears after a visit to the Indian ruins. Nevertheless, it reappears later in the film.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Sacred Mountain Gas Station – US-89 and 150 Road, Flagstaff, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.4551198
- Longitude: -111.5621262
- Place ID: EiJVUy04OSAmIDE1MCBSZCwgQXJpem9uYSA4NjAwNCwgVVNBImYiZAoUChIJudHKfSRyMocR8Bon1R-bF2sSFAoSCbnRyn0kcjKHEfAaJ9UfmxdrGhQKEgkhHFRGkERUhxGtDstTs2PT-RoUChIJP5a3xY5yMocRQX1gNpg2qskiCg2eBSIVFXL4gL0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: US-89 & 150 Rd, Arizona 86004, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Parks In The Pines General Store – 12963 Old Route 66, Parks, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.260069
- Longitude: -111.948576
- Place ID: ChIJExwG5O6BMocRTWSXNGf9skY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 12963 Old Rte 66, Parks, AZ 86018, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Parks, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.2605664
- Longitude: -111.9487743
- Place ID: ChIJq5auXYqBMocRBin6Iejnatg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Parks, AZ, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Flagstaff, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.1982836
- Longitude: -111.651302
- Place ID: ChIJMSYu2veOLYcRALPbzqE8H44
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Flagstaff, AZ, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 34.0489281
- Longitude: -111.0937311
- Place ID: ChIJaxhMy-sIK4cRcc3Bf7EnOUI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Arizona, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
