The movie “Against the Law” was released in 1997, it tells the story of a trigger-happy outlaw who goes on the run and a worn-out cop who pursues him. Both end up in a shoot-out in Los Angeles. The action and crime film was directed by Jim Wynorski and featured key performances from Nancy Allen, Richard Grieco and Nick Mancuso. This article is focused on disclosing where the movie was filmed and providing some interesting facts related to the production of the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Against the Law” was shot in various locations throughout Southern California, primarily in Los Angeles County. Specific filming locations include the Belmont Tunnel on West 2nd Street, Panorama City, and Sepulveda Boulevard, all of which are located in Los Angeles. The filming process for this movie commenced on the 15th of January 1996.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Nancy Allen | Maggie Hewitt |
| Richard Grieco | Rex |
| Nick Mancuso | Det. John Shepard |
| Steven Ford | Lt. Bill Carpenter |
| Thomas Mikal Ford | Det. Siegel |
| Gary Sandy | Chief Leitner |
| Leslie Bega | Lucia the Liquor Store Clerk |
| James Stephens | Det. Ben Hamada |
| Herb Mitchell | Carl Stensgard |
| Heather Thomas | Felicity |
| Jaime Pressly | Sally the Waitress |
| B.K. Byron | Lars Reder |
| Tim Colceri | Officer I.Q. |
| Randy Crowder | Lt. Fuller |
| Billy Gallo | DJ |
| Randy Hall | Security Guard |
| Frank Lloyd | Officer Caultman |
| Eric Mansker | Officer Rogoff |
| Cole S. McKay | Liquor Store Thug |
| Michele Noirae | Det. Hauser |
| Christopher Pettiet | Tommy |
| Kenneth Ryan | Officer Banero |
| Scott Glatt III | Mark |
| Alisa Christensen | Officer Lustig (uncredited) |
| Jim Wynorski | Action Film Director (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- John Terlesky was originally considered for the lead role before Richard Grieco was cast.
- During the car chase scene, Shepard fires many more shots than his revolver could hold, presenting a minor goof in the production.
- According to a quoted line from the film, Lt. Carpenter asks John Shepard if he got any sleep, and on saying he did, comments that he looks like hell, which prompts a humor-filled banter about how John smells lemon fresh.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Southern California, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.9592083
- Longitude: -116.419389
- Place ID: ChIJSabJhaclw4AR2GgM9DPDI3I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Southern California, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Belmont Tunnel – 1304 West 2nd Street, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0606418
- Longitude: -118.2589863
- Place ID: ChIJM7tPcKnHwoARgLsCopVTUrk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1304 W 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Panorama City, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2215391
- Longitude: -118.4487995
- Place ID: ChIJGeY-0CyRwoARPGGaUmRaCXI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Panorama City, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.31198
- Longitude: -118.4883989
- Place ID: ChIJK7tXx1-FwoARbhUEwiQFrJ4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91344, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
