The film “French Quarter” released in 1978, assigned the audience to the life of a young prostitute and her colleagues in New Orleans. Directed by Dennis Kane, it features prominent actors like Virginia Mayo, Bruce Davison, and Alisha Fontaine. The movie provides an interesting insight into the shooting locations as well as behind-the-scenes information.
Where it Filmed?
“French Quarter” was primarily filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, capturing the essence of the place effectively. The film production was underway during May 1976, telling the story of the characters vividly.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Virginia Mayo | Countess Willie Piazza / Ida |
| Bruce Davison | Kid Ross / Inspector Sordik |
| Alisha Fontaine | Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Dix / Christine Delaplane |
| Ann Michelle | Coke-Eyed Laura / Policewoman in French Hotel |
| Lindsay Bloom | Big Butt Annie / Policewoman in Bar |
| Vernel Bagneris | Jelly Roll / Policeman |
| Stocker Fontelieu | Dr. Miles / Old Man |
| Becky Allen | Girl in Jackson Square |
| Anna Filameno | Madame Papaloos / Madame Beaudine |
| William Sims | Aaron Harris / Pimp |
| Laura Misch Owens | Ice Box Josie / Girl on Bus |
| Ronald Bolden | Satchelmouth / Shoeshine Boy |
| Dino Head | Lady Lil / Stripper in Red |
| Don Hood | Detective / Policeman |
| Adella Gautier | Black Girl in Fight / Girl in Praline Shop |
| Joe Seifert | Bricktop / John / Bus Driver |
| Cheryl Kipe | Melon Knee / Stripper with Pasties |
| Rini Jarmon | White Girl in Fight / Boutique Owner |
| Scarlett Fisher | Crib Girl No.3 / Hooker in Black |
| Donnis Hunnicutt | Derby Pimp / Dancer |
| Ronald Lane | Senator / Sue’s John |
| Gloria Rogers | Crib Girl No.1 / Girl in French Market |
| Harold Jeansonne | Roading Chair John / Man in Market |
| Hal Taylor | Bartender Hero in Lola’s / Bossman |
| Gandolfo_Voodoo_Troupe | Themselves |
| Susan Clark | Bag Stealer / Sue |
| Lance LeGault | Tom / Burt (uncredited) |
| Barry Sullivan | (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- “French Quarter” came under the spotlight some months after the release of another film “Pretty Baby” in 1978. The interesting fact is that both movies shed light on the life of a young prostitute in New Orleans, and actor Don Hood had contributions in both films.
- Another intriguing fact is, the end credits of the film remind viewers to “hang up your speakers and drive home safely!”.
- One of the memorable quotes from the film comes from the character of Inspector Sordik, describing the character of Christine as a “rare gumbo, a mixture of half-child, half-girl… and all woman.”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
- Latitude: 29.95106579999999
- Longitude: -90.0715323
- Place ID: ChIJZYIRslSkIIYRtNMiXuhbBts
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New Orleans, LA, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
