Lost in the Pershing Point Hotel is a movie that came out in 2000 and drips with comedy and drama. The story, brought to life by the performances of Leslie Jordan, Erin Chandler, and Mark Pellegrino, is based on real-life experiences. Apart from gaining insights about the movie plot, this text provides details about the film’s shooting and other intriguing backstage information.
Where it Filmed?
The central filming location for this movie was in Los Angeles, California, USA. Unfortunately, the exact dates of shooting were not documented for public knowledge. Regardless of that, this magnificent city-perfect with its diverse cinematic spaces brought the film to life.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Leslie Jordan | Storyteller |
| Erin Chandler | Miss Make Do |
| Mark Pellegrino | Tripper |
| John Ritter | Christian Therapist |
| Karen Austin | Pierrepont Summers |
| Marilu Henner | Mother |
| Michelle Phillips | DeeDee Westbrook |
| Sheryl Lee Ralph | Nurse |
| Kathy Kinney | Red Neck Nurse |
| Carlos Gómez | Nico |
| Peter Mohawk | Contessa |
| Adam Wylie | Duane Striker |
| Jesse Petrick | Johnny Striker |
| Sean Moran | Big Tiny |
| Billy Butler | Irvin |
| Chad Gordon | Chicken Jimmy |
| Arthur Hiller | Evangelist |
| Kris Kamm | Cotton Pine |
| Bobby McGee | T-Bone |
| Matt Flanders | Brandon |
| Ritch Shydner | Father |
| Badja Djola | Fast Eddie |
| John Fleck | Weird Guy |
| Patrick O’Neal | Angry Bartender |
| Stephanie Blake | Kayla / Stripper |
| Viveka Davis | Debutante #1 |
| Krista Metropolis | Debutante #2 |
| Newell Alexander | Preacher |
| Rosemary Alexander | Church Lady |
| Jimmy Bangley | Church Guy |
| James Hampton | Pediatrician |
| Jane Abbott | Jean Jean |
| Essence | Lucinda |
| Donna Eskra | Starla |
| Lisa Smock | Pregnant Prostitute |
| Edward Ferry | Stairwell John |
| Vincent Castellanos | Toothpick Jorge |
| David Higlen | 1990’s Cabbie |
| Jeff Key | Wedding Photographer |
| William Butler | Irwin |
| Chuck Hamil | Cop |
| Larry M. Roberts | Big Tiny’s Boyfriend |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie takes you back to old disco scenes, shot at the renowned yet rundown, Ambassador Hotel.
- Some scenes were also filmed in various locations in Pasadena to capture the essence of the story.
- The movie was based on Leslie Jordan’s actual life, who also starred in the film.
- The film is not just a visual treat but an emotional journey, well expressed in one of the movie quotes by Storyteller, “I do not believe that we are human beings in search of a spiritual experience. I believe we are spiritual beings in search of a human experience.”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
