“Love & Mercy” is a movie from 2014, presenting the story of Brian Wilson, leader of the Beach Boys, and his struggles with mental health. The film takes us to different eras of his life, with Paul Dano and John Cusack playing younger and older versions of Brian, respectively. This article provides insight into the filming locations and interesting trivia about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Love & Mercy” was filmed in several locations in California, USA. Some scenes were shot at Griffith Observatory (2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles) and Santa Clarita. Other noteworthy locations include Point Dume in Malibu, Ocean Way Recording (6050 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood), and a residential address in Los Angeles (2014 Stradella Road). The filming took place in July 2013.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Paul Dano | Brian – Past |
| John Cusack | Brian – Future |
| Elizabeth Banks | Melinda Ledbetter |
| Paul Giamatti | Dr. Eugene Landy |
| Jake Abel | Mike Love |
| Kenny Wormald | Dennis Wilson |
| Brett Davern | Carl Wilson |
| Graham Rogers | Al Jardine |
| Erin Darke | Marilyn Wilson |
| Bill Camp | Murry Wilson |
| Joanna Going | Audree Wilson |
| Nick Gehlfuss | Bruce Johnston |
| Mark Linett | Chuck Britz |
| Johnny Sneed | Hal Blaine |
| Gary Griffin | Al De Lory |
| Teresa Cowles | Carol Kaye |
| Vince Meghrouni | Woodwind / Brass Player |
| Jeff Meacham | Tony Asher |
| Max Schneider | Van Dyke Parks |
| Diana Maria Riva | Gloria |
| Erik Eidem | Doug |
| Dylan Kenin | Rob |
| Carolyn Stotesbery | Sarah |
| Fred Cross | Cadillac Colleague |
| Tyson Ritter | Hipster #1 |
| Jeff Galfer | Hipster #2 |
| Morgan Phillips | Evan |
| Wayne Bastrup | Process Server |
| Oliver Pohlad | Young Brian |
| Christopher Reccardi | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Robert Matsuda | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Willie Aron | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Larry Greenfield | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Rob Laufer | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Michele Forest | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Cameron Stone | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| David Crozier | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| John Krovoza | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| John Petring | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Alan Busteed | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Carl Byron | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Todd Jaeger | Wrecking Crew Musician |
| Hani Abaza | Dancer |
| Tricia Davern | Dancer |
| Misha Hamilton | Dancer |
| Ragon Miller | Dancer |
| Haylee Roderick | Dancer |
| Hal Blaine | Self (uncredited) |
| Chuck Britz | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| James Crosby | Surfing Extra (uncredited) |
| Paige Diaz | Hipster Girlfriend (uncredited) |
| Tiffany Driver | Concert Attendee (uncredited) |
| Gretchen Duerksen | Diane Rovell (uncredited) |
| Mandy Faura | Ashley (Pool Party Jumper) (uncredited) |
| Claudia Graf | Landy’s Girlfriend (uncredited) |
| Dani Gregorio | Fan Girl (uncredited) |
| Benjamin Hardy | Cadillac Maintenance Man (uncredited) |
| Jeff Holman | Brian Wilson Present (uncredited) |
| Tonja Kahlens | Brenda (uncredited) |
| Michelle Lenhardt | Beach Bikini Girl (uncredited) |
| Roxanna Mason | Model (uncredited) |
| Kirstin Masters | Beach Bunny (uncredited) |
| Drew Morris | Actor (uncredited) |
| Alan Mueting | Airline Passenger (uncredited) |
| Violet Paley | Marilyn’s Friend (uncredited) |
| Gary Sievers | Classic Car Driver (uncredited) |
| Jonathan Slavin | Phil Spector (uncredited) |
| Nikky Smedley | Officer Hoffman (uncredited) |
| Mark Strohman | Brian Wilson Look Alike (uncredited) |
| Dee Wallace | Rosemary (uncredited) |
| Troy Williams | Cadillac Customer (uncredited) |
| Brian Wilson | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Carl Wilson | Self (uncredited) |
| Dennis Wilson | Self (uncredited) |
| Nikki Wright | Hippy / Doper (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie is a PG-13 rated biography drama.
- It was released in Brazil on 19 November 2014.
- The movie portrays Brian Wilson’s life and struggles in the ’60s and ’80s.
- Bill Pohlad is the director of the movie.
- The story was written by Oren Moverman, Michael A. Lerner, and Brian Wilson himself.
- Apart from Paul Dano and John Cusack, the star-studded cast includes Elizabeth Banks, Paul Giamatti, Jake Abel, and others.
- Despite being set in different eras, the movie was filmed within a month, in July 2013.
- The film got 20 wins and was nominated for 58 other awards.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Griffith Observatory, 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1184341
- Longitude: -118.3003935
- Place ID: ChIJywjU6WG_woAR3NrWwrEH_3M
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- 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: Point Dume, Malibu, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.001201
- Longitude: -118.806442
- Place ID: ChIJ783ZIgQZ6IAR10iNg5_H6a0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Point Dume, Cliffside Dr &, Birdview Ave, Malibu, CA 90265, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Ocean Way Recording, 6050 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0965756
- Longitude: -118.3214032
- Place ID: ChIJnywEyEm_woAReWtt6RJlOK0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 6050 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 2014 Stradella Road, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1064313
- Longitude: -118.4614284
- Place ID: ChIJE-2fkxe9woART0EJrBAyIRY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2014 Stradella Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
