This is about the movie “Alex in Wonderland”, released in 1970. It’s a comedy-drama directed by Paul Mazursky and stars Donald Sutherland, Ellen Burstyn, and Meg Mazursky. This article will provide information about where this film was shot, who played which role and shares interesting facts about the movie and some backstage details.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of “Alex in Wonderland” happened across various iconic locations in the U.S. Specifically, scenes were shot along Hollywood Boulevard and the Los Angeles Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, California. The movie was also made at the famed Los Angeles International Airport. May 11, 1970, marks one of the filming dates.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Donald Sutherland | Alex Morrison |
| Ellen Burstyn | Beth Morrison |
| Meg Mazursky | Amy |
| Viola Spolin | Mrs. Morrison – Mother |
| Andre Philippe | Andre |
| Michael Lerner | Leo |
| Joan Delaney | Jane |
| Neil Burstyn | Norman |
| Leon Frederick | Lewis |
| Carol O’Leary | Marlene |
| Tox Drohar | Tox |
| Sophia Krischer | Sophia |
| Gene Krischer | Gene |
| Paul Mazursky | Hal Stern |
| Moss Mabry | Mr. Wayne |
| Marvin Walkenstein | Bernie Leavitt |
| Rosemary Edelman | Rosemary – Stern’s Secretary |
| Ed Long | Border Guard |
| Angelo Rossitto | Fellini #1 |
| John Rico | Fellini #2 |
| Howlett Smith | Piano Player |
| Virginia Hawkins | Secretary |
| Billy Holms | P.R. Man |
| George Reynolds | Chauffeur |
| Federico Fellini | Federico Fellini |
| Jeanne Moreau | Jeanne Moreau |
| Leon Alton | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| Rodney Bingenheimer | Crowd member (uncredited) |
| Ella Mae Brown | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| Miranda Frederick | Best friend (uncredited) |
| Shep Houghton | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| Boyd ‘Red’ Morgan | Photographer on Set (uncredited) |
| Murray Pollack | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| Jaime Rosenberg | School Girl (uncredited) |
| Greg ‘Gargamuni’ Scharf | Hare Krishna (uncredited) |
| Visnujana Swami | Hare Krishna leader (uncredited) |
| Guy Way | Actor on Set (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Paul Mazursky, the director, was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for this film. Despite being behind the scenes, he also gave a notable onscreen performance.
- Due to a filming error, a boom mic shadow was unintentionally visible in the scene where a house is up for sale. It briefly appears below the kitchen sink.
- The film later featured in another movie called “Give Me Your Answer True,” released in 1987.
- During the film’s production, a memorable line was shared between Alex Morrison and Andre discussing a character named Cherie. This conversation about Cherie’s age and personal matters adds to the quirky, comedic elements of “Alex in Wonderland”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1015733
- Longitude: -118.3354778
- Place ID: EiRIb2xseXdvb2QgQmx2ZCwgTG9zIEFuZ2VsZXMsIENBLCBVU0EiLiosChQKEgnVB1IkO7_CgBFphr1BSQVYrhIUChIJv3lSBAe_woAR5Pq9l2eaevY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles International Airport – 1 World Way, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.942153
- Longitude: -118.4036052
- Place ID: ChIJtU-yE9KwwoAR8a2LaVd7qHc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: USA
- Latitude: 44.24236485
- Longitude: -119.8093025
- Place ID: ChIJCzYy5IS16lQRQrfeQ5K5Oxw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: United States
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles Theatre – 615 S. Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.046444
- Longitude: -118.2526466
- Place ID: ChIJ78UdtUrGwoARSkbQQZbTbFw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 615 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
