A Hole in the Head (1959) Filming Locations and Cast Details

A Hole in the Head (1959) Filming Locations and Cast Details

The movie, “A Hole in the Head” is a comedy-drama from 1959. Frank Sinatra, Edward G. Robinson, and Eleanor Parker are the main stars. This text will provide a snapshot of the movie’s filming locations, coupled with some interesting behind-the-scenes facts.

Where it Filmed?

“A Hole in the Head” was filmed in various locations across Florida and California in the United States. Some of these include the Cardozo Hotel and the Fontainebleau Miami Beach in Florida, as well as Hollywood Beach in California. The shooting took place between November 1958 and January 1959.MV5BMjA4MDU5MjgzMF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwODU2NzE0NA@@. V1 QL75 UX820

Cast Details

Cast Name Role
Frank Sinatra Tony Manetta
Edward G. Robinson Mario Manetta
Eleanor Parker Eloise Rogers
Carolyn Jones Shirl
Thelma Ritter Sophie Manetta
Keenan Wynn Jerry Marks
Joi Lansing Dorine
Connie Sawyer Miss Wexler
Dub Taylor Fred
George DeWitt Mendy Yales
Benny Rubin Abe Diamond
Ruby Dandridge Sally
B.S. Pully Hood
Joyce Nizzari Alice
Pupi Campo Master of Ceremonies
Eddie Hodges Ally Manetta
Selma Minden Grenald Mrs. Tessler (uncredited)
Sam McDaniel Andy – Handyman (uncredited)
Ralph Moratz Race Track Gambler (uncredited)
John Orland (uncredited)
Emory Parnell Sheriff (uncredited)
Robert B. Williams Cab Driver (uncredited)

Trivia and Facts

  • The final scene includes several shots looking out across the beach towards the ocean. However, some hills are visible along the distant coastline, which does not match the topography near Miami Beach, Florida. This was because it was shot at Hollywood Beach, Oxnard, California.
  • The movie shows an aerial advertisement attached to the Goodyear blimp at the beginning, displaying the title and the names of Frank Capra and the leading actors.
  • The trivia that the $5,300 that Tony asks Mario for in 1959 would equate to more than $54,000 in 2022 offers an interesting insight into the inflation over the years.

Geo Location Details

  • Location Name: Cardozo Hotel – 1300 Ocean Drive, South Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
    • Latitude: 25.7842292
    • Longitude: -80.13026909999999
    • Place ID: ChIJLeC-uZG02YgR6pMPE19EXRk
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: 1300 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
    • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Location Name: Fontainebleau Miami Beach – 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
    • Latitude: 25.8178372
    • Longitude: -80.1227119
    • Place ID: ChIJa9H1aRWz2YgRViJgfHukwNg
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140, USA
    • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Location Name: Hollywood Beach, Oxnard, California, USA
    • Latitude: 34.1588352
    • Longitude: -119.2278761
    • Place ID: ChIJFfpbyCZO6IARTsZ_q0usipo
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Hollywood Beach, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA
    • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Location Name: 1450 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
    • Latitude: 25.7871521
    • Longitude: -80.1307896
    • Place ID: ChIJS3NPEJC02YgRje82NpH1oes
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: 1450 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
    • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Location Name: Cypress Gardens – 2600 S. Lake Summit Drive, Winter Haven, Florida, USA
    • Latitude: 27.9945464
    • Longitude: -81.69355039999999
    • Place ID: ChIJ38rlfogN3YgROGORDcGkj6c
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Cypress Gardens, 6000 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884, USA
    • Timezone: America/New_York

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