This article talks about the filming locations of two movies, “Russian Holiday” from 1993 and “Rushmore” from 1998. We’ll be exploring the places where these films were shot, the characters in each movie, and even some intriguing behind-the-scenes info. Let’s delve right into it.
Where it Filmed?
“Russian Holiday” was filmed in the historical city of St. Petersburg, Russia, with shooting beginning on September 15, 1992. This crime drama follows the story of an American woman traveling in Russia and her repercussions when smuggling artifacts.
“Rushmore” was shot in various locations across Texas. It tells a whimsical tale about Max Fischer, portrayed by Jason Schwartzman, a schoolboy with grandiose schemes. Principal shooting places include St John’s School, Lamar High School, Emerald Court, and Hollywood Cemetery, among others. All these locations attribute to the unique character of the film and the director Wes Anderson’s hometown of Houston, Texas.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Susan Blakely | Susan Dennison |
| Barry Bostwick | Grant Ames |
| E.G. Marshall | Joe Meadows |
| Jeff Altman | Milt Holly |
| Victoria Barrett | Viktoria |
| Sergey Nikashin | Blitskov |
| Bunny Summers | Helen Meadows |
| Joyce Phillips | Molly Holly |
Trivia and Facts
- “Russian Holiday” involved multiple actors such as Susan Blakely, Barry Bostwick, E.G. Marshall, and more. The film is known for its cultural clash when an American tries to smuggle artifacts out of Russia.
- “Rushmore” boasts a star-studded cast including Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, and Olivia Williams. The film production involved many of the director’s hometown locations, giving the film a personal touch.
- The movie “Rushmore” has a scene where Max attempts to establish a multimillion-dollar aquarium and stages ‘Serpico’ as a school play, showcasing his overly ambitious character.
- Max’s house in “Rushmore” was filmed at 108 Emerald Court, which is west of North Freeway, Northside Village, north of Houston. The property has been quite revamped since the film shooting.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: St. Petersburg, Russia
- Latitude: 59.9310584
- Longitude: 30.3609097
- Place ID: ChIJ7WVKx4w3lkYR_46Eqz9nx20
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: St Petersburg, Russia
- Timezone: Europe/Moscow
