The movie “Butterfly”, released in 1981, is a tale of crime and drama that unfolds in Nevada, USA. Directed by Matt Cimber and written by James M. Cain, Matt Cimber, and John F. Goff, the movie stars popular actors like Stacy Keach, Pia Zadora, and Orson Welles. This article will talk about where the movie was filmed, introduce you to the characters, and share some interesting facts about the making of the movie.
Where it Filmed?
Several picturesque locations in Nevada, USA, served as the backdrop for “Butterfly”. Filming took place in the city of Goldfield, including the historic Goldfield Hotel. Some scenes were also shot at Boulder Dam, famous Las Vegas, and various places around Nevada. The filming was done from September 14, 1980, to October 30, 1980.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Stacy Keach | Jess Tyler |
| Pia Zadora | Kady |
| Orson Welles | Judge Rauch |
| Lois Nettleton | Belle Morgan |
| Edward Albert | Wash Gillespie |
| James Franciscus | Moke Blue |
| Stuart Whitman | Rev. Rivers |
| June Lockhart | Mrs. Gillespie |
| Ed McMahon | Mr. Gillespie |
| Paul Hampton | Norton |
| Ann Dane | Janey |
| Greg Gault | Bridger |
| John O’Conner White | Billy Roy |
| Peter Jason | Allen |
| Kim Ptak | Deputy |
| Leigh Christian | Saleslady |
| Dylan Urquidi | Danny |
Trivia and Facts
- Directed by Matt Cimber, “Butterfly” has a running time of 1 hour and 48 minutes.
- The movie garnered a decent number of accolades, winning 4 awards and securing 9 nominations.
- Aside from the main characters, numerous members from the cast and crew worked diligently behind the scenes, contributing to the successful completion of the film.
- The movie faced controversy when actress Pia Zadora, financed by then-husband Meshulam Riklis, won the Golden Globe for “Best New Star of the Year” in 1982.
- A soundtrack titled “It’s Wrong For Me To Love You” was part of the film.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Goldfield, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 37.7084481
- Longitude: -117.2357131
- Place ID: ChIJD2a70FG0voARoKBaqqieLPA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Goldfield, NV 89013, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Goldfield Hotel, Goldfield, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 37.7080514
- Longitude: -117.2356831
- Place ID: ChIJi9zXDk-0voARQmmcvM_QidM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 69-79 Columbia Ave, Goldfield, NV 89013, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 38.8026097
- Longitude: -116.419389
- Place ID: ChIJcbTe-KEKmYARs5X8qooDR88
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Nevada, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 36.171563
- Longitude: -115.1391009
- Place ID: ChIJ0X31pIK3voARo3mz1ebVzDo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
