“Boys Don’t Cry” is a movie released in 1999, directed by Kimberly Peirce. The movie tells the story of a young transgender man named Brandon navigating through life in rural Nebraska. The film stars well-known actors like Hilary Swank, who plays Brandon Teena, Chloë Sevigny as Lana Tisdel, and Peter Sarsgaard as John Lotter.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting for “Boys Don’t Cry” took place in different locations across Texas, USA. The specific sites include Dallas, Greenville, Mesquite, and Austin. The filming occurred within a span of a month, starting on October 19, 1998, and wrapping up on November 24, 1998.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Hilary Swank | Brandon Teena |
| Chloë Sevigny | Lana Tisdel |
| Peter Sarsgaard | John Lotter |
| Brendan Sexton III | Tom Nissen |
| Alicia Goranson | Candace |
| Alison Folland | Kate |
| Jeannetta Arnette | Lana’s Mom |
| Rob Campbell | Brian |
| Matt McGrath | Lonny |
| Cheyenne Rushing | Nicole |
| Robert Prentiss | Trucker |
| Josh Ridgway | Kwik Stop Cashier |
| Craig Erickson | Trucker in Kwik Stop |
| Stephanie Sechrist | April |
| Jerry Haynes | Judge |
| Lou Perryman | Sheriff |
| Jackson Kane | Sam Phillips |
| Joseph Gibson | Tom |
| Michael Tripp | Nerdy Teen |
| Shana McClendon | Girl in Car |
| Libby Villari | Nurse |
| Paige Carl Griggs | Dave – Deputy |
| Gail Cronauer | Clerk |
| Guilford Adams | Teena Brandon’s Father (uncredited) |
| Chad Briley | Extra (uncredited) |
| Ryan Thomas Brockington | Kiss (uncredited) |
| Christophe Dahlkvist | Truck Driver (uncredited) |
| Taylor Eaves | Toddler (uncredited) |
| Michelle Fairbanks | Girl in Car (uncredited) |
| Sheila Gordon | Brandon Teena’s Mom (uncredited) |
| Gabriel Horn | Lester – Restraining Order Guy (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Lottie – Lester’s Friend (uncredited) |
| Renee McClellan | Valley Girl (uncredited) |
| Gavin Perry | Deputy (uncredited) |
| Robert A. Steffenino | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Timmy Thomas | Timmy Thomas (uncredited) |
| Caitlin Wehrle | Valley Girl (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was a massive success, earning one Oscar, with an additional 49 wins and 39 nominations.
- Other cast members include Brendan Sexton III who played Tom Nissen, Alicia Goranson as Candace, and Alison Folland portraying Kate.
- Jeannetta Arnette appeared in the film as Lana’s Mom, alongside Rob Campbell as Brian, and Matt McGrath playing Lonny.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Dallas, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 32.7766642
- Longitude: -96.79698789999999
- Place ID: ChIJS5dFe_cZTIYRj2dH9qSb7Lk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Dallas, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Greenville, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 33.1398034
- Longitude: -96.1072021
- Place ID: ChIJySyZlNriS4YRqnd2vPViBbA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Greenville, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Mesquite, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 32.76679550000001
- Longitude: -96.5991593
- Place ID: ChIJdasrZQOlToYRpc6UiWzFUp4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Mesquite, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Texas, USA
- Latitude: 31.9685988
- Longitude: -99.9018131
- Place ID: ChIJSTKCCzZwQIYRPN4IGI8c6xY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Texas, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Austin, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 30.267153
- Longitude: -97.7430608
- Place ID: ChIJLwPMoJm1RIYRetVp1EtGm10
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Austin, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
