The movie “Impasse” from 1969 is an interesting adventure featuring a treasure hunt in the Philippines. Guided by Pat Morrison, our lead, played by Burt Reynolds, a group of army veterans set out to seek a gold stash hidden during World War II. We’ll now delve into some intriguing tidbits about the filming locations, shooting schedules, and unique facts related to this film.
Where it Filmed?
“Impasse” was mostly filmed in the Philippines. Specific locations include Manila, Metro Manila, and the Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center on President Quirino Avenue, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila. Further indoor shoots occurred in the Malinta Tunnel, located in Corregidor Island, Cavite City, Cavite, while some outdoor sequences were shot across Corregidor Island, Cavite City, Cavite as well. The movie started filming on January 15, 1968.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Burt Reynolds | Pat Morrison |
| Anne Francis | Bobby Jones |
| Lyle Bettger | Hansen |
| Rodolfo Acosta | Draco |
| Jeff Corey | Wombat |
| Clarke Gordon | Trev Jones |
| Miko Mayama | Mariko |
| Vic Diaz | Jesus |
| Dely Atay-atayan | Pear Blossom |
| Bruno Punzalan | Nakajima |
| Lily Campillos | Maria Bonita |
| Shirley Gorospe | Sherry |
| Bessie Barredo | Kiling |
| Robert Yang | Interne |
| Eddie Nicart | Kuli |
| Richard Benedict | Owner / Bartender of Ugly American (uncredited) |
| Sheb Wooley | Pat Morrison’s Scream (uncredited) (archiveSound) |
Trivia and Facts
- Miko Mayama, who played the role of Mariko in “Impasse,” lived with lead actor Burt Reynolds for four years. She ended up marrying Barbra Streisand’s manager exactly a day before Reynolds’ promise of giving her $500 a week for two years was about to end.
- During one dialogue, Bobby Jones, played by Anne Francis, mispronounced “Wimbledon” to “Wimbleton,” which revealed her character had never been to Wimbledon in real.
- The movie, “Impasse,” had an indirect reference in an episode of a 1992 TV series, which featured Pete Barbutti, Ahmad Rashad, and Burt Reynolds.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Latitude: 14.5995124
- Longitude: 120.9842195
- Place ID: ChIJi8MeVwPKlzMRH8FpEHXV0Wk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
- Location Name: Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center, President Quirino Avenue, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Latitude: 14.5644279
- Longitude: 120.9869911
- Place ID: ChIJea6G6NXLlzMR5vk_3Q69rEo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 719 Quirino Avenue, corner A. Mabini St, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
- Location Name: Malinta Tunnel, Corregidor Island, Cavite City, Cavite, Philippines
- Latitude: 14.3882299
- Longitude: 120.5906323
- Place ID: ChIJh2KPoRAhljMRxw4J2AeV_9I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Malinta Tunnel, Cavite City, Cavite, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
- Location Name: Corregidor Island, Cavite City, Cavite, Philippines
- Latitude: 14.3851391
- Longitude: 120.580435
- Place ID: ChIJE8tu2xshljMRoFZ-TZdm0QM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Corregidor Island, Cavite City, Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
