The movie “Living the Life” was released in 2000, with a premise centered around the lives of two childhood friends who are active members of a street gang. The film explores their struggles, hopes, and dreams as they utilize their dancing skills as an escape route from the harsh realities of gang life. The movie is characterized by performances from Katrina Gibson, Jay Hernandez, and Melida Prado among others.
Where it Filmed?
“Living the Life” was filmed in the city of San Antonio, located in Texas, USA. The filming process started on February 1, 1999. The choice of location provided a fitting backdrop for the storyline of the movie.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Katrina Gibson | Kata |
| Jay Hernandez | Kikicho |
| Melida Prado | Ana |
| Yvette Cruise | Rosa |
| Angela Alvarado | Pilar |
| Roberto Alvarez | Chucho |
| Kenneth Wayne Bradley | Paramedic |
| Kristin Gamez | Rita |
| Jay Michaelson | Flashback Boy friend |
| Aimee Michelle | Lupe |
| Leonard Prado | Man with gun |
| Abel Soto | Pocho |
| Roger Velasco | Raul |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie is also known as “Party Girls” in the United States.
- “Living the Life” was directed by Alex Munoz, with the screenplay written by Lynne Ewing and Esther Shapiro.
- The on-set roles include everything from tattoos artists to location managers, showing the range of work that goes into producing a movie.
- The movie depicts a tough daily routine for the main characters, involving car-jacking, fights, and run-ins with the police.
- A touch of creativity and art is added to their lives as they perform as “Outrageous Chaos” in local dance contests.
- One of the major plots of the movie revolves around a broken heart, symbolizing the Ninth Street Gang
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: San Antonio, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 29.4251905
- Longitude: -98.4945922
- Place ID: ChIJrw7QBK9YXIYRvBagEDvhVgg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Antonio, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
