The movie, “Dreamers,” released in 1999, is about two childhood friends who aspire to become filmmakers in Los Angeles. The film, directed by Ann Lu, features actors like Jeremy Jordan, Mark Ballou, and Courtney Gains. In this article, we will discuss the filming locations and dates, as well as some interesting facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Dreamers” was filmed in two primary locations in the United States. The first location was Jefferson City, Tennessee. The second location was the city of dreams itself, Los Angeles, California. The filming of the movie took place from May 18, 1998, to June 8, 1998.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jeremy Jordan | Dave Jacobson |
| Mark Ballou | Ethan Mullane |
| Courtney Gains | Mike Watt |
| Portia Dawson | Patricia Thorn |
| Brian Krause | Pete Leiber |
| Camille Gaston | Matt |
| Ruth de Sosa | Valerie |
| Paul Bartel | Larry Parker |
| Lauralinda Bedell | Angelle |
| Broc Benedict | Young Dave |
| Rina Bennett | Doctor in White Room |
| Kelly Biddlecome | Kathy |
| Glenda Morgan Brown | Barbara |
| Linda Castro | Jane |
| Robert Cavanaugh | David |
| Joseph Cohen | Bully |
| Keith Coogan | Rob |
| Tracy Dali | Nancy |
| Peiti Feng | Asian Hooker |
| Artie Glackin | Assistant Director |
| David L. Glackin | Radio DJ (voice) |
| Michelangelo Kowalski | Porn Director |
| Steven Anthony Lawrence | Matthew |
| Leann Love Maldonado | Mandy |
| James Margolin | Guy Mullane |
| Fay Playsted | Ronda |
| Philip Arthur Ross | Phil |
| Steven Robert Ross | Steve |
| Dana Rossi | Diane |
| Sarah Rubano | Wardrobe |
| Nicholle Sabel | Jenny |
| Sam Saletta | Young Ethan |
| Amber Sealey | Michelle |
| Mary Lou Secor | Grandma |
| Fusako Shiotani | Japanese Tour Guide |
| Stephanie Stearns | Universal Tour Guide |
| Taimak | Sam |
| Ken Takemoto | Yasujiro |
| Barbara Vidinha-Tyler | Hispanic Mom |
| Jason Wolk | Todd |
| Kiyoko Yamaguchi | Pei |
| Yukyo | Lilly |
| Doreen Zetterlund | Rosa |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie “Dreamers” falls under the Drama and Comedy genre and runs for a total duration of 1 hour and 33 minutes.
- It was directed and written by Ann Lu. Jeremy Jordan, Mark Ballou, and Courtney Gains played the lead roles.
- The movie saw its release in the year 1999 and it managed to win 2 awards.
- The plot revolves around the dreams and struggles of two friends who move from a small town in Tennessee to Los Angeles, dreaming of making it big as filmmakers.
- Notably, the cinematographer of “Dreamers”, Neal L. Fredericks, also worked on the popular film, “The Blair Witch Project”. The camera used in that film was also used for some sequences in “Dreamers”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Jefferson City, Tennessee, USA
- Latitude: 36.122311
- Longitude: -83.492396
- Place ID: ChIJz69FfI-MW4gRe8Xy2wbnOCo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Jefferson City, TN, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- 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
