Girl, Interrupted’ is a 1999 movie directed by James Mangold. This biography and drama film tells the story of Susanna, a young woman who finds herself at a mental institution after an alleged suicide attempt. This article explores the filming locations, the actors and their roles, and presents interesting facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was shot in several locations across Pennsylvania, USA. These include Hanover, Harrisburg, and Mechanicsburg, as well as The Reading Public Museum in Reading and the Harrisburg State Hospital. Filming took place from December 14, 1998, to March 3, 1999.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Winona Ryder | Susanna |
| Angelina Jolie | Lisa |
| Brittany Murphy | Daisy |
| Elisabeth Moss | Polly |
| Jared Leto | Tobias Jacobs |
| Jeffrey Tambor | Dr. Potts |
| Vanessa Redgrave | Dr. Wick |
| Whoopi Goldberg | Valerie |
| Angela Bettis | Janet |
| Jillian Armenante | Cynthia |
| Drucie McDaniel | M-G |
| Alison Claire | Gretta |
| Christina Myers | Margie |
| Joanna Kerns | Annette |
| Travis Fine | John |
| Gloria Barnhart | Older Catatonic |
| Josie Gammell | Mrs. McWilley |
| Bruce Altman | Prof. Gilcrest |
| Mary Kay Place | Mrs. Gilcrest |
| Ray Baker | Mr. Kaysen |
| KaDee Strickland | Bonnie Gilcrest |
| Christian Monroe | Ronny |
| Kurtwood Smith | Dr. Crumble |
| David Scott Taylor | Cabby Monty Hoover |
| Ginny Graham | Arleen |
| Richard Domeier | Art Teacher |
| John Kirkman | Jack |
| Sally Bowman | Maureen |
| Misha Collins | Tony |
| John Lumia | Van Driver |
| Marilyn Brett | Italian Shop Keeper |
| Marilyn Spanier | Miss Plimack |
| Linda Gilvear | Miss Paisley |
| Allen Strange | Principal |
| Spencer Gates | British Teacher |
| Rebecca Derrick | Lillian |
| Anne Connors | Nurse |
| Steve Altes | Medic |
| Anne Lewis | Dance Therapist |
| Donny Martino Jr. | Naked Man |
| John Levin | ER Doctor |
| Irene Longshore | Connie |
| Katie Rimmer | Tiffany |
| Jonathan Martin Spirk | Tough Guy |
| John Bobby | Therapist #2 (uncredited) |
| George Clinton | Janitor (uncredited) |
| Jeannie Dalton | Rosemary Jones (uncredited) |
| Steve Grabusky | Mental Patient (uncredited) |
| Kenneth Keith Kallenbach | Van Driver (uncredited) |
| Annie Marter | Druggy Chick (uncredited) |
| Eric Mitchell | Hippie (uncredited) |
| Robin Reck | Theresa McCullian (uncredited) |
| Robin J. Stafford | Rosemary’s Woman (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film is based on a biography and drama genre, depicting a true-life story.
- Different places in Pennsylvania were used as locations for filming.
- The movie was filmed over a period of three months, from Dec 1998 to Mar 1999.
- Notable actors in the film include Winona Ryder who played Susanna, Angelina Jolie who played Lisa, and Clea DuVall who acted as Georgina.
- The direction was overseen by James Mangold, while the script was written by Susanna Kaysen, James Mangold, and Lisa Loomer.
- For their outstanding performances, the film won 1 Oscar and received 11 nominations and 8 additional wins.
- Other actors with notable roles include Brittany Murphy (Daisy), Elisabeth Moss (Polly), and Jared Leto (Tobias Jacobs).
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA
- Latitude: 40.2731911
- Longitude: -76.8867008
- Place ID: ChIJl54HuBbByIkR1UaNEshCbrs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Harrisburg, PA, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Reading Public Museum – 500 Museum Road, Reading, Pennsylvania, USA
- Latitude: 40.3273306
- Longitude: -75.951325
- Place ID: ChIJeaNm-CZxxokRv1FcQ_Yzexc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 500 Museum Rd, Reading, PA 19611, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Harrisburg State Hospital – Cameron and Maclay Streets, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA
- Latitude: 40.2829742
- Longitude: -76.8807882
- Place ID: EjNOIENhbWVyb24gU3QgJiBNYWNsYXkgU3QsIEhhcnJpc2J1cmcsIFBBIDE3MTAzLCBVU0EiZiJkChQKEgnzLVdULsHIiRGKp5fr1CzLhxIUChIJ8y1XVC7ByIkRiqeX69Qsy4caFAoSCYsgdNElwciJET-LHbVa9Wm6GhQKEgklGG_wOcHIiRE9BPmmuR3ipSIKDa6xAhgVNuws0g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: N Cameron St & Maclay St, Harrisburg, PA 17103, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
