The movie ‘Election’ filmed in 1999 is a fusion of comedy and romance. It navigates through the journey of a high school teacher who encounters an ambitious student politician. The movie was directed by Alexander Payne, written by Tom Perrotta, Alexander Payne, and Jim Taylor, and starred Matthew Broderick, Reese Witherspoon, and Loren Nelson.
Where it Filmed?
Election’ filming took place in Nebraska, USA mostly. Specific locations include 5011 Cass Street, 683 Parkwood Lane, Memorial Park in Omaha, Papillion-LaVista High School at 402 E. Centennial Road, Papillion, and Bellevue. The filming occurred from October 18, 1997, till December 1997.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Matthew Broderick | Jim McAllister |
| Reese Witherspoon | Tracy Flick |
| Loren Nelson | Custodian |
| Chris Klein | Paul Metzler |
| Phil Reeves | Walt Hendricks |
| Emily Martin | Girl in Crisis |
| Jonathan Marion | Derek |
| Amy Falcone | Michelle |
| Mark Harelik | Dave Novotny |
| Delaney Driscoll | Linda Novotny |
| Molly Hagan | Diane McAllister |
| Colleen Camp | Judith R. Flick |
| Matt Justesen | ‘Eat Me’ Boy |
| Nick Kenny | ‘Eat Me’ Boy’s Buddy |
| Christa Young | Adult Video Actress |
| Jessica Campbell | Tammy Metzler |
| Frankie Ingrassia | Lisa Flanagan |
| Joel Parks | Jerry Slavin |
| Matt Malloy | Vice-Principal Ron Bell |
| Larry Kaiser | Chemistry Teacher |
| Holmes Osborne | Dick Metzler |
| Jeanine Jackson | Jo Metzler |
| Marilyn Tipp | Carver Office Lady |
| Jeannie Brayman | Faculty Ballot-Giver |
| James Devney | Motel Clerk |
| L. Carmen Novoa | Spanish Teacher |
| Jason Paige | Kid in Georgetown Hall |
| Matt Golden | Kid in Georgetown Hall |
| Heather Koenig | Kid in Georgetown Hall |
| Jillian Crane | Jillian |
| Kaitlin Ferrell | Jennifer (uncredited) |
| Rob Kunkel | Bob the Mechanic (uncredited) |
| John Ponzio | Georgetown Student (uncredited) |
| Rohan Quine | Village Guy (uncredited) |
| Joseph William Simmons | Boy Tapping Pencil in Classroom (uncredited) |
| Sarah Talcott | Student (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed by Alexander Payne.
- Matthew Broderick plays Jim McAllister, Reese Witherspoon portrays Tracy Flick, and Loren Nelson is the custodian.
- It’s a comedy-romance film released in Canada on May 7, 1999.
- ‘Election’ was nominated for one Oscar, securing other 16 wins and 33 nominations.
- The film was written by Tom Perrotta, Alexander Payne, and Jim Taylor.
- The length of the movie is 1 hour and 43 minutes.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: 5011 Cass Street, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
- Latitude: 41.2630028
- Longitude: -95.9914079
- Place ID: ChIJdx45_tyNk4cRit1fCmB-DYM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5011 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: 683 Parkwood Lane, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
- Latitude: 41.26642289999999
- Longitude: -96.0071026
- Place ID: ChIJHaBgp5WNk4cRV69PQ3XlNMI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 683 Parkwood Ln, Omaha, NE 68132, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Memorial Park, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
- Latitude: 41.256911
- Longitude: -95.98986760000001
- Place ID: ChIJ-VdoetqNk4cR3sGbOoVR67E
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District, Omaha, NE, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Papillion-LaVista High School – 402 E. Centennial Road, Papillion, Nebraska, USA
- Latitude: 41.1706317
- Longitude: -96.0389909
- Place ID: ChIJRaq3VBqLk4cRYXvxMXdDOUE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 402 E Centennial Rd, Papillion, NE 68046, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Bellevue, Nebraska, USA
- Latitude: 41.1567003
- Longitude: -95.9262498
- Place ID: ChIJq8ESOUqIk4cRsILZYbjkjqY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bellevue, NE, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
