“Being Us” is a film from 2013 that explores the struggles of a woman with multiple personality disorder. The movie showcases different filming locations and highlights the performances of actors like Alanna Ubach, Michael Navarra, and Patrick Russell. It offers both a compelling plot and intriguing behind-the-scenes details.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was primarily filmed in the state of California, USA. Filming locations included the city of Berkeley, Oakland, as well as San Francisco. The filming took place from November 20, 2010, to December 16, 2010.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Alanna Ubach | Margaret |
| Michael Navarra | Walker |
| Patrick Russell | Jeff |
| Barbara Niven | Julie |
| Rolf Saxon | Madrone |
| James Asher | Sailor |
| Richard Conti | Bill |
| Corey Fischer | Franklin |
| James Hiser | Mooney |
| Anna Moore | Woman at the Bar |
| Zehra Berkman | Lilith |
| Robert Ernst | Street Vendor |
| Matthew Donaldson | Hipster |
| Matthew McKay | Bartender |
| Dan Mayer | Doorman |
| Alisha Ehrlich | Waiting Room Woman |
| Sophia Revelli | Carly |
| Andrea Snow | Brittany |
| Ashley Bello | Art Gallery Patron (uncredited) |
| Reggie Currie | Art Gallery Patron (uncredited) |
| Staci DeGagne | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Danny Echevarria | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Andrea Fernandez | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Zoe Garcia | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Robert Gomez | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Roy Holman | Coffee Shop Patron (uncredited) |
| Timothy Huls | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Tyrone Hutton | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Tyler Kowalski | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| J. Trevor Latham | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Mary Lekich | Waiting Room Woman (uncredited) |
| Heather Maclean | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Alexander Matteson | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Natasha Matteson | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Teale Matteson | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Harmony Nichol | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Josh Picard | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| William Pulliam | Waiting Room Man (uncredited) |
| Christopher Rosenberg | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Michelle Skeen | Art Gallery Patron (uncredited) |
| Raheem Williams | Coffee Shop Patron (uncredited) |
| Ariane Wu | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie framing was done under the direction of Sam Hancock, who was also one of the writers alongside Dan Mayer and Matthew McKay.
- The character of Margaret, portrayed by Alanna Ubach, lives with dissociative identity disorder. This leads to a series of turbulent one-night stands and chilling self-punishment.
- The plot emphasises Margaret’s pursuit for love and normalcy, which she hoped to find in a relationship with Walker, a compassionate man eager to help.
- Behind the captivating plot, the movie also has interesting facts during its production. It was written in conjunction with notable Bay Area psychologist Dr. Matthew McKay, co-founder of New Harbinger Publications and author of over 30 non-fiction books on mental health.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Berkeley, California, USA
- Latitude: 37.8715226
- Longitude: -122.273042
- Place ID: ChIJ00mFOjZ5hYARk-l1ppUV6pQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Berkeley, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Oakland, California, USA
- Latitude: 37.8043514
- Longitude: -122.2711639
- Place ID: ChIJA-2qKIt9hYARZ5N1NdUVtHE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Oakland, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
