This is about two movies: “Black Ribbon” (2007) and “Black Rain” (1989). In Black Ribbon, directed by John Orrichio, Tony Rugnetta plays the role of Kenneth Richardson. The movie shares how his life changes after buying a haunted typewriter. Black Rain, directed by Ridley Scott, features Michael Douglas as NY cop Nick Conklin who tracks a Yakuza-style mobster to Japan. This discussion will provide insights into where these movies were filmed, along with fun facts and trivia.
Where it Filmed?
Black Ribbon’s filming took place in different locations around New York City, specifically in Manhattan. However, Black Rain’s filming locations were more diverse, taking place in Los Angeles, California, and Japan. Notably, Osaka in Japan features prominently where scenes in an underground shopping mall, specifically the Hankyu Umeda Mall, were shot. Some parts of the movie were also shot in Los Angeles, including the mob boss’s house, which is located in Los Feliz. The final motorcycle chase scene was filmed in Northern California’s Napa Valley region.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Tony Rugnetta | Kenneth Richardson |
| Jacki Vogel | Beth |
| Rudy J. Altenor | Joey |
| Berenice Di Piazza | Housekeeper |
| Debbie D | Emily |
| Deirdre Verdolino | Jennifer Gesner |
| Gerry Kirschbaum | Beth’s Father |
| Jeannie Sconzo | Det. Audra Simmons |
| S. Freddor | Willie |
| Brandon Slagle | John Thompson |
| William Schineller | Eric |
| Cathy Loch | Molly |
| Rachel Reasoner | Sadie |
| Anthony Rugnetta Jr. | Tommy |
| Casandra Tisdale | Nana |
| Joe Franklin | Ted Richardson |
| Samuel L.M. Cole | Father Paul |
| Dody Goodman | Aunt Gayle (scenesDeleted) |
| Timothy Chris | Mezza Luna Worker |
| Dennis DeSalvo | Plant Patron |
| Paul S. Imperiale | Boy in Gang |
| Ron Kushner | Psychiatrist |
| Frank Lombardo | Mezza Luna Owner |
| James Patella | Detective |
| Rami Zeni Spahio | Boy in Gang |
Trivia and Facts
Interesting facts about Black Rain include the use of the Ennis House, a Mayan temple-style home, for the mob chief’s house. This house is a popular filming location and can be seen in many movies. In addition to the filming locations, there are details about the filming dates. The Hankyu Umeda Mall, an important location in the film, was demolished and replaced with a shopping centre in the mid-2000s. However, interesting facts about Black Ribbon are not readily available, making it a mysterious horror film.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7830603
- Longitude: -73.9712488
- Place ID: ChIJYeZuBI9YwokRjMDs_IEyCwo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
