A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, a film from 2017, weaves a tale of mistaken identity, unrequited love, and supernatural elements. This comedy-fantasy movie uses the enchanting woods of Greece as a backdrop for William Shakespeare’s classic narrative. Notable actors like Rachael Leigh Cook, Paz de la Huerta, and Avan Jogia grace the screen and a deeper look at the making of the movie reveals fascinating insights and trivia.
Where it Filmed?
Topanga State Park in California, USA, served as the key shooting location for the movie. Offering a scenic environment, it was used to portray the mythical woods of Greece. The filming of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ took place here from November to December 2015.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rachael Leigh Cook | Hermia |
| Paz de la Huerta | Hippolyta |
| Avan Jogia | Puck |
| Fran Kranz | Bottom |
| Ted Levine | Theseus |
| Hamish Linklater | Lysander |
| Lily Rabe | Helena |
| Mia Doi Todd | Titania |
| Charity Wakefield | Quince |
| Saul Williams | Oberon |
| Finn Wittrock | Demetrius |
| Bob Bancroft | Butler |
| Brianna Barnes | Moth |
| Alan Blumenfeld | Egeus |
| Charlie Carver | Snug |
| Max Carver | Snout |
| Samuel Davis | Hamlet |
| Barak Hardley | Ranger |
| Justine Lupe | Flute |
| Christine Marzano | Mustardseed |
| Samuel Miller | Young Man |
| Robert Towers | Older Man |
Trivia and Facts
- Finn Wittrock and Lily Rabe, who both feature in the film, have previously appeared in ‘American Horror Story’ (2011). However, they had not shared the screen until the making of this movie.
- Another interesting fact is that ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ (2017) is a version of an earlier release titled ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ (1909).
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Topanga State Park, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0881625
- Longitude: -118.5506158
- Place ID: ChIJ80VgrkaiwoARpSSTW7vH0tM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Topanga State Park, 20828 Entrada Rd, Topanga, CA 90290, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
