“Hi, Mom!” is a movie from 1970 that combines comedy and drama. It’s about a Vietnam veteran who becomes involved with a Black theatre after moving into an apartment where he observes residents from across the street. The film notable performances by Robert De Niro as Jon Rubin, Charles Durning as the Superintendent, and Allen Garfield as Joe Banner. This article will shed light on the movie’s shooting locations and reveal interesting backstage facts about the film.
Where it Filmed?
Hi, Mom! was primarily filmed in New York City, New York, USA. Other filming locations included various places within the USA. Although the exact filming dates are not available, the movie was released in the year 1970.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Robert De Niro) | |
| Allen Garfield | Joe Banner |
| Abraham Goren | Pervert |
| Lara Parker | Jeannie Mitchell |
| Bruce Price | Jimmy Mitchell |
| Ricky Parker | Ricky Mitchell |
| Andy Parker | Andy Mitchell |
| Jennifer Salt | Judy Bishop |
| Robbie Heywood | Roommate |
| Leslie Bornstein | Roommate |
| Paul Bartel | Uncle Tom Wood |
| Gerrit Graham | Gerrit Wood |
| Nelson Peltz | Playboy |
| Delia Abrams | Date |
| Tofer Delaney | Date |
| Margaret Pine | Date |
| Carole Leverett | N.I.T. Journal Revolutionary |
| Ruth Bocour | N.I.T. Journal |
| Bart De Palma | N.I.T. Journal |
| Arthur Bierman | N.I.T. Journal |
| Buddy Butler | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| David Connell | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| Carolyn Craven | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| Milton Earl Forrest | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| Joyce Griffin | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| Kirk Kirksey | ‘Be Black Baby’ Troupe |
| Beth Bowden | ‘Be Black Baby’ Audience |
| Joe Fields | ‘Be Black Baby’ Audience |
| Paul Milvy | ‘Be Black Baby’ Audience |
| Joe Stillman | ‘Be Black Baby’ Audience |
| Carol Vogel | ‘Be Black Baby’ Audience |
| Peter Maloney | Pharmacist |
| William Daley | Co-op Resident |
| Floyd L. Peterson | John Winnicove |
| Paul Hirsch | Avery Gunnz |
| Joseph King | Dr. Joe King |
| Wendell Craig | Co-op Family (uncredited) |
| Bill Daly | Neighbor (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The opening scene of the movie where Charles Durning (playing a landlord) shows Robert De Niro (playing Jon Rubin) an apartment is a parody of a public service announcement from the New York Urban Coalition.
- There’s a noticeable goof in a scene where Jon Rubin is trying to seduce Judy Bishop in her apartment. A microphone can be seen entering the room a few times behind the sofa where she is lying down.
- This film was featured in a 1998 self-titled documentary about the director, Brian De Palma.
- The soundtrack includes a song titled “Hi, Mom!” which adds to the unique spirit of the movie.
Geo Location Details
- 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
- Location Name: 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
- Location Name: USA
- Latitude: 44.24236485
- Longitude: -119.8093025
- Place ID: ChIJCzYy5IS16lQRQrfeQ5K5Oxw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: United States
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
