This is a simple introduction to the film “Love and Pain and the Whole Damn Thing” made in the year 1973. The movie stars Timothy Bottoms as the American Walter Elbertson and Dame Maggie Smith in the role of the Englishwoman Lila Fisher. Read further as we explore its filming locations and unveil some intriguing details and fun facts about the movie and its production.
Where it Filmed?
“Love and Pain and the Whole Damn Thing” was filmed in multiple locations in Spain. Some specific sites include La Pedriza and Manzanares el Real in Madrid, and Estudios Verona in Tres Cantos. The entire filming process took place in November 1971.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Maggie Smith | Lila Fisher |
| Timothy Bottoms | Walter Elbertson |
| Don Jaime de Mora y Aragón | The Duke |
| Emiliano Redondo | The Spanish Gentleman |
| Charles Baxter | Dr. Elbertson |
| Margaret Modlin | Mrs. Elbertson |
| Lloyd Brimhall | Carl |
| Elmer Modlin | Dr. Edelheidt |
| Andrés Monreal | Tourist Guide |
| Patricia Wright | Woman on Bus (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Dame Maggie Smith’s character, Lila, recites lines from “The Pirates of Penzance,” a comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan, in the movie.
- There is a continuity error noticed by viewers. In one scene, the outside of Walter and Lila’s caravan was soaking and muddy due to heavy rainfall. In the very next scene, which is supposed to be the following morning, the ground appears completely dry and free of mud.
- The film “War and Love and the Whole Damned Thing” made in 1988 refers to “Love and Pain and the Whole Damn Thing.”
- Walter, played by Timothy Bottoms, says,”I love you, Lila. I really love you. You’re a pain in the ass but I love you.” This quote became quite popular.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: La Pedriza, Manzanares el Real, Madrid, Spain
- Latitude: 40.7418211
- Longitude: -3.882447899999999
- Place ID: ChIJEUQ6YjdlQQ0Ril7ieoPh3Tk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Av. de la Pedriza, 73D, 28410 Manzanares el Real, Madrid, Spain
- Timezone: Europe/Madrid
- Location Name: Estudios Verona, Tres Cantos, Madrid, Spain
- Latitude: 40.600727
- Longitude: -3.7079745
- Place ID: ChIJS1GrORzVQw0R0-1eI_nsihs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 28760 Tres Cantos, Madrid, Spain
- Timezone: Europe/Madrid
- Location Name: Spain
- Latitude: 40.46366700000001
- Longitude: -3.74922
- Place ID: ChIJi7xhMnjjQgwR7KNoB5Qs7KY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Spain
- Timezone: Europe/Madrid
