A Better Life, released in 2011, is a dramatic romance film set in East L.A. The storyline tells of a gardener’s struggle to keep his son away from gangs and immigration issues while providing chances he himself never got. It discusses the players, the shooting places, and other attention-grabbing facts about the film.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting places for A Better Life encompass various parts of the United States, mainly in California. The movie was shot in specific locations such as the Wattles Mansion, situated at 1824 N. Curson Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles. Other filming venues included Hollywood, Los Angeles, and other parts of California. The USA was the principal country for the film’s production.
Filming Dates
The movie premiered on July 28, 2011, in Thailand.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Eddie ‘Piolin’ Sotelo | Eddie ‘Piolin’ Sotelo |
| Joaquín Cosio | Blasco Martinez |
| José Julián | Luis Galindo |
| Nancy Lenehan | Mrs. Donnelley |
| Gabriel Chavarria | Ramon |
| Bobby Soto | Facundo |
| Chelsea Rendon | Ruthie Valdez |
| Trampas Thompson | School Security Officer |
| Tim Griffin | Juvie Officer |
| Valorie Hubbard | School Secretary |
| Dolores Heredia | Anita |
| Isabella Rae Thomas | Linda |
| Carlos Linares | Santiago |
| Robert Peters | Truck Driver |
| Richard Cabral | Marcelo Valdez |
| Giselle Nieto | Gigi |
| Ray Moreno | Ruthie’s Uncle |
| Yelyna De Leon | Ruthie’s Mother |
| Rolando Molina | Jesus |
| Joe Renteria | Bearded Man |
| Isidro Vallin | Payaso |
| Magi Avila | Shot Girl |
| Henry Ambriz | Mexican Singer |
| Miguel Alejandro Gaxiola | Voz de Mando Singer |
| Robert Renderos | Busboy |
| Charles Currier | Auto Mart Security Guard |
| Marlon Correa | Prison Guard |
| Adrian Mojica | Police Officer |
| Todd Felix | Gabe Wettenal |
| Jason Medwin | ICE Officer |
| Tom Schanley | ICE Officer |
| Abraham Chaidez | Coyote |
| Ruben Avitia | ICE Officer (uncredited) |
| Lian Castillo | Student (uncredited) |
| Fredo Cervantes | Student (uncredited) |
| Rico Devereaux | Bouncer (uncredited) |
| Maynor Lopez | Gardener (uncredited) |
| Patrizia Medrano | Dancer in Nightclub (uncredited) |
| George Paez | Nicaraguan (uncredited) |
| Abraham Rubio | Club Bouncer (uncredited) |
| Tatiana Sarasty | Young Woman (uncredited) |
| Mary Scanlon | Dancer (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Chris Weitz directed the film.
- The screenplay was crafted by Eric Eason and Roger L. Simon.
- The film starred actors such as Demián Bichir (as Carlos Galindo), Eddie ‘Piolin’ Sotelo, Joaquín Cosio (as Blasco Martinez), and others.
- The movie was nominated for an Oscar and has 5 wins and another 9 nominations.
- The movie received 95 user and 93 critic reviews.
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
- Location Name: Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0907315
- Longitude: -118.3266146
- Place ID: ChIJv3lSBAe_woAR5Pq9l2eaevY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: California, USA
- Latitude: 36.778261
- Longitude: -119.4179324
- Place ID: ChIJPV4oX_65j4ARVW8IJ6IJUYs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: California, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
