This piece provides an overview of the filming locations of two popular films: Black Rain (1989) and Black Panther (2018). It delves into not just where the outdoor scenes were shot, but also interesting tidbits from behind the scenes. Let’s explore the captivating locations, the characters brought to life by the films’ actors, and a few backstage anecdotes that make the filming process ever more fascinating.
Where it Filmed?
Black Rain, released in 1989, and directed by Ridley Scott, filmed in various locations. The filming took place from October 15, 1988, to February 15, 1989. Some scenes were filmed in the Silverado Country Club, Napa Valley, and Hollywood in California, USA. Further filming was also done in Osaka, Japan, including at the Hankyu Umeda Mall.
Black Panther, which premiered in 2018, also boasts diverse filming locations. The movie features Atlanta, Georgia, South Korea, Argentina, and Uganda as the principal shooting spots. The theft scene from the ‘Museum of Great Britain’ was shot at the High Museum of Art, Peachtree Street, Atlanta. The film’s story largely took place in the imaginary African nation of Wakanda, necessitating extensive use of CGI to illustrate the breathtaking landscapes. Finally, Pinewood Atlanta Studios in Atlanta, Georgia played host to the construction of the film’s mind-boggling sets.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Michael Douglas | Nick Conklin |
| Andy Garcia | Charlie Vincent |
| Ken Takakura | Masahiro |
| Kate Capshaw | Joyce |
| Yûsaku Matsuda | Sato |
| John Spencer | Oliver |
| Guts Ishimatsu | Katayama |
| Yûya Uchida | Nashida |
| Tomisaburô Wakayama | Sugai |
| Miyuki Ono | Miyuki |
| Stephen Root | Berg |
| Richard Riehle | Crown |
| Bruce Katzman | Yudell |
| Edmund Ikeda | Japanese Businessman |
| Tomo Nagasue | Japanese Translator |
| Clem Caserta | Abolofia |
| Tim Kelleher | Bobby |
| George Kyle | Farentino |
| Vondie Curtis-Hall | Detective |
| Joe Perce | Detective |
| Louis Cantarini | Detective |
| Doug Yasuda | Japanese / American Translator |
| Toshio Sato | Japanese Embassy Official |
| Jun Kunimura | Yashimoto |
| Professor Toru Tanaka | Sugai’s Man |
| Rikiya Yasuoka | Sugai’s Man |
| Jôji Shimaki | Sugai’s Man |
| Gorô Sasa | Ohashi’s Man |
| Taro Ibuki | Ohashi’s Man |
| Daisuke Awaji | Ohashi’s Man |
| Keone Young | Karaoke Singer |
| Jim Ishida | Escort Officer |
| Michiko Tsushima | Noodle Woman |
| Linda Gillen | Peggy |
| John Gotay | Danny |
| Matthew Porac | Patrick |
| Ken Kensei | Masahiro’s Son |
| Josip Elic | Joe |
| the Bartender | |
| Mitchell Bahr | Friend |
| David Zee Tao | Japanese Police |
| Ken Enomoto | Detective (uncredited) |
| Nathan Jung | Sato’s Yakuza Enforcer (uncredited) |
| Tak Kubota | Old Oyabun (uncredited) |
| Al Leong | Sato’s Yakuza Assassin (uncredited) |
| Bruce Locke | Sato’s Man (uncredited) |
| Scott Nagatani | Piano Player (uncredited) |
| Danny Nero | Airplane Passenger (uncredited) |
| Chris Nelson Norris | Motorcyclist (uncredited) |
| Mak Takano | Tattoed Yakuza (uncredited) |
| Dennis Y. Takeda | Newspaper Reporter (uncredited) |
| Celia Xavier | Nori |
| Bar Hostess (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Black Rain is an action and crime movie released in Canada on September 22, 1989. It was nominated for 2 Oscars and had another 1 win & 4 nominations.
- Directed by Ridley Scott, the film’s cast includes Michael Douglas, Andy Garcia, and Ken Takakura.
- The Black Panther movie directed by Ryan Coogler was a smashing hit and featured Chadwick Boseman, Michael B Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, among others.
- Scenes set in the fictitious African nation of Wakanda saw significant CGI involvement, with landscape shots taken from South Africa, Zambia, and Uganda.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Silverado Country Club – 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.3483878
- Longitude: -122.2673178
- Place ID: ChIJk9P3twAEhYAROEgBxxmJIZU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1600 Atlas Peak Rd, Napa, CA 94558, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.5024689
- Longitude: -122.2653887
- Place ID: ChIJMU8qI_lPhIARfMUQoxvSFP4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Napa County, 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: Osaka, Japan
- Latitude: 34.6937249
- Longitude: 135.5022535
- Place ID: ChIJ4eIGNFXmAGAR5y9q5G7BW8U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Osaka, Japan
- Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
