The movie “I Love N.Y.” from 1987 is an engaging comedy drama that was produced in Italy but has its roots in New York City. The film revolves around a photographer named Mario Cotone who falls in love with the daughter of a prominent N.Y. actor, causing a wave of issues. The notable stars of the film are Scott Baio, Christopher Plummer, and Kelly Van der Velden.
Where it Filmed?
“I Love N.Y.” was shot in two primary locations. The first one was the famous Cinecitta Studios situated in Cinecitta, Rome, Lazio, Italy. The second location was New York City, New York, USA which helps encapsulate the spirit of the city in the film’s story. The filming took place between May 27, 1986, and July 1986.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Scott Baio | Mario Cotone |
| Christopher Plummer | John Robertson Yeats |
| Kelly Van der Velden | Nicole Yeats |
| Jennifer O’Neill | Irene |
| Jerry Orbach | Leo |
| Virna Lisi | Anna Cotone |
| John Armstead | Charlie |
| Lisanne Falk | Linda |
| Jusak Bernhard | Kem |
| Patti Kelly Beyer | Maria |
| Mac/Baby | Mac |
| Cyrus Elias | Kurt Thompson |
| Jill Tearson | Nora Thompson |
| Mickey Knox | Charles Mitchell |
| Penny Brown | Katherine Mitchell |
| John Karlsen | Butler |
| Eve Slatner | Maid |
| Larry Dolgin | Mayor |
| Dina Mattei | Lauren |
| David Ciminello | Tony |
| Vinnie Capolupo | Kid #1 |
| Eddy Thomas | Kid #2 |
| Joyce Phillips | Judy |
| Larry Attile | Reverend Meeker |
| Chuck Smith | Chuck Bolt |
| Shawn O’Neil | Drunk |
| Elaine Cancilla | Leo’s Wife |
| Robert Sommer | Deli Customer |
| Georgia Connor | Leo’ Secretary |
| Joseph Donohue | Young Boy |
| Bonnie Pilar | Autograph Hunter |
| Tom Curley | Burly Cop |
| William Desmonde | Man in Window |
| Michelle Doreen Murphy | TWA Clerk |
| Peter Jeffries | Central Park Pickup Artist |
| Andy Duppin | Motel Handyman |
| Vincent Russo | Cab Driver |
| Chris Kelly | Stage Manager |
| Mario Baio | Mozzarella Man |
| Gigi Casler | Model #2 |
| Shari Ching | Model #4 |
| Kersti Bowser | Model #5 |
| Tamara Bruno | Model #6 |
| Kirstin Marie | Model #7 |
| Brooke Alexander | Model #8 |
| Lisa Parker | Model #9 |
| Ramona Petty | Model #10 |
| Debbie Dickinson | Model #11 |
| Ginger Garcia | Model #12 |
| Gianni Bozzacchi | Photographer #1 |
| Emilio Lari | Photographer #2 |
| Roberto Biciocchi | Photographer #3 |
| Jody Raymond | Locker Room scene |
| John Batdorf | Singer (uncredited) (voice) |
| Sydney Coale | Jane (uncredited) |
| Joseph D’Onofrio | Italian Kid In Little Italy Playing Stickball (uncredited) |
| Deborah Ludwig Davis | Singer (uncredited) (voice) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie’s running time is 100 minutes.
- It was majorly shot in English language.
- “I Love N.Y.” was directed by Gianni Bozzacchi & Alan Smithee.
- Some of the other cast members include Jennifer O’Neill, Jerry Orbach, and Virna Lisi among others.
- The film’s screenplay was also authored by Gianni Bozzacchi & Alan Smithee.
- The movie was produced by a company called Manhattan Films.
- It was majorly distributed by companies like Jef Films International (in the US) and Blackhorse Entertainment (in the UK).
- A noteworthy trivia is that the movie is referred to in “Who Is Alan Smithee?” released in 2002.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Cinecitta Studios, Cinecitta, Rome, Lazio, Italy
- Latitude: 41.8517904
- Longitude: 12.5771795
- Place ID: ChIJa3tfotKJJRMRkvr_pCVJCIE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Via Tuscolana, 1055, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Location Name: New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
