How to Be a Latin Lover is a comedic drama that came out in April 2017 in the United States. The film tells the story of a man who, after being dumped by his wife of twenty-five years, has to adjust to a new life while living with his sister. The main characters are played by stars like Eugenio Derbez, Salma Hayek, and Raphael Alejandro, and there’s plenty more to discover about the filming process and interesting tidbits related to the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The majority of “How to Be a Latin Lover” was filmed in various locations throughout California, USA. Filming locations included Santa Clarita, Pasadena, the Echo Park area in Los Angeles, the Montrose Bowl in Montrose, and a property located at 1859 Hillcrest Dr in Beverly Hills.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Eugenio Derbez | Maximo |
| Salma Hayek | Sara |
| Raphael Alejandro | Hugo |
| Rob Lowe | Rick |
| Kristen Bell | Cindy |
| Mckenna Grace | Arden |
| Raquel Welch | Celeste |
| Linda Lavin | Millicent |
| Renée Taylor | Peggy |
| Rob Corddry | Quincy |
| Rob Riggle | Scott |
| Rob Huebel | Nick |
| Michael Cera | Remy |
| Mather Zickel | James |
| Vadhir Derbez | Maximo (Age 21) |
| Omar Chaparro | Rafa |
| Michaela Watkins | Gwen |
| Ben Schwartz | Jimmy / Valet |
| Nayah Damasen | Gabi |
| Noel Carabaza | Young Maximo |
| Manelly Zepeda | Young Sara |
| Shaula Vega | Maximo’s Mother |
| Jaime Aymerich | Hotel Valet |
| Ruby Marino | Millicent’s Granddaughter |
| José Eduardo Derbez | Drink Waiter |
| Linda M. Gaudiani | Flirty Cabana Lady |
| Tim Seitter | Country Club Waiter |
| ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic | Self |
| Douglas Farrell | Latin Dancer |
| Ilan Arditti | Roger (uncredited) |
| Ford Austin | Golf Pro (uncredited) |
| Brian Castellanos | Charity Waiter (uncredited) |
| Susan Chambers | Charity Check-In Lady (uncredited) |
| Silvia Curiel | Storekepper (uncredited) |
| Jenna Curtis | Charity Guest (uncredited) |
| Calvin Dean | Golfer #3 (uncredited) |
| Michael DeBartolo | Team Bowler (uncredited) |
| Darrell Duane | Stuffed seal (uncredited) |
| Kylie Dunsworth | Swim Team (uncredited) |
| Eddie J. Fernandez | Maximo’s Father (uncredited) |
| Zachary Friedman | Student (uncredited) |
| Lubella Gauna | Parent (uncredited) |
| Theresa Ireland | Marilyn Monroe (uncredited) |
| Jake Jacobson | Most Interesting Man in the World (uncredited) |
| Nick Kellington | Willie – Charity Guest (uncredited) |
| Philip Knight | Average Sign Spinner (uncredited) |
| Christa Lynn | Architecture Employee (uncredited) |
| Anne McDaniels | Model in Advertisement (uncredited) |
| Scarlett Mellinger | Swim Team (uncredited) |
| Sierra Mellinger | Swim Team (uncredited) |
| Arsi Nami | Charity Guest (uncredited) |
| Max Page | Student (uncredited) |
| Eric Sahlstrom | Teacher (uncredited) |
| Jeffrey Scott Basham | Charity Valet Driver (uncredited) |
| Mariah Shannon | Car Wrap Model (uncredited) |
| Brooklyn Rae Silzer | (uncredited) |
| Sarah Spears | Magazine Model (uncredited) |
| Steven Spence | Hoverboard Thief (uncredited) |
| Bruce M. Stockert | Man at Party (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was directed by Ken Marino and written by Jon Zack and Chris Spain.
- The film brought home 2 awards and was nominated for 2 more.
- Causing a buzz among critics and the public, it received 75 user reviews and 27 critic reviews.
- The cast included other notable actors such as Rob Lowe, Kristen Bell, Mckenna Grace, Raquel Welch, Linda Lavin, Renée Taylor, and Michael Cera.
- Vadhir Derbez took on the role of Maximo, but during his younger years at age 21.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Santa Clarita, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.3916641
- Longitude: -118.542586
- Place ID: ChIJJxjVrDOGwoARSNYFc-CPSlY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Santa Clarita, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Pasadena, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1477849
- Longitude: -118.1445155
- Place ID: ChIJUQszONzCwoARSo_RGhZBKwU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Pasadena, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 650-684 Echo Park Ave, Echo Park, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0711234
- Longitude: -118.2598566
- Place ID: ChIJxeB9ZgTHwoARUKBQEBnF2Wc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 650 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Montrose Bowl – 2334 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2058486
- Longitude: -118.2294692
- Place ID: ChIJHRKISW3qwoARVAdh2hUOkAs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2334 Honolulu Ave, Montrose, CA 91020, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 1859 Hillcrest Dr, Beverly Hills, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1050544
- Longitude: -118.4163473
- Place ID: ChIJCVIGnkq8woARXGmSTR8NloI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1859 Hillcrest Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
