“Paulie” is a 1998 film featuring a parrot who can converse and recounts his life while seeking his original owner. The story unfolds through the words of Paulie, who is helped by a Russian janitor. The main cast includes Gena Rowlands, Tony Shalhoub, and Cheech Marin. This article delves into the filming locations, interesting facts, and trivia about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of “Paulie” took place in diverse locations. A large part of it was filmed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The movie was also shot in various parts of California, USA, including Los Angeles. Specific locations in Los Angeles like Olvera Street and Downtown were important filming settings. The filming stretched from July 14, 1997, to October 2, 1997.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Gena Rowlands | Ivy |
| Tony Shalhoub | Misha Vilyenkov |
| Cheech Marin | Ignacio |
| Bruce Davison | Dr. Reingold |
| Trini Alvarado | Adult Marie Alweather |
| Jay Mohr | Benny / Paulie (voice) |
| Buddy Hackett | Artie |
| Matt Craven | Warren Alweather |
| Bill Cobbs | Virgil the Janitor |
| Tia Texada | Ruby / Lupe (voice) |
| Laura Harrington | Lila Alweather |
| Peter Basch | Graduate Student #1 |
| Emily Mura-Smith | Graduate Student #2 |
| Hal Robinson | Grandpa |
| Tamara Zook | Speech Therapist |
| Nicole Chamberlain | Shirley |
| Charles Parks | Gerald |
| Seth Mumy | Jeremy |
| Dig Wayne | Research Assistant #1 |
| Michael Leydon Campbell | Research Assistant #2 |
| Kristie Transeau | Veterinarian |
| Francesca Federico-O’Murchu | Molly |
| Jerry Winsett | Mr. Tauper |
| Bud Cox | Ivy’s Doctor |
| Miguel Ángel Arechiga | Mariachi Singer |
| Adalberto Yáñez | Mariachi Singer |
| Oscar Flores | Mariachi singer |
| Jose Luna | Mariachi Singer |
| Marcelo Berestovoy | Cantina Singer |
| Josh Cruze | Cantina Singer |
| Yussi Wenger | Cantina Band Member |
| Martin Flores | Cantina Band Member |
| Craig Hosking | Helicopter Pilot |
| William A. Baker | Security Guard (uncredited) |
| Richard Yett | Research Institute Employee (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film is an Adventure-Comedy.
- It was released on April 17, 1998, in the USA.
- The film’s runtime is 1h 31min.
- Director John Roberts and writer Laurie Craig were at the helm.
- Apart from Gena Rowlands, Tony Shalhoub, and Cheech Marin, the movie stars illustrious actors like Bruce Davison, Buddy Hackett, and Bill Cobbs.
- Jay Mohr lends his voice to the character Benny/Paulie, which is an integral part of the storyline.
- The film has 2 wins and 6 nominations to its credit.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.653226
- Longitude: -79.3831843
- Place ID: ChIJpTvG15DL1IkRd8S0KlBVNTI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Toronto, ON, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: California, USA
- Latitude: 36.778261
- Longitude: -119.4179324
- Place ID: ChIJPV4oX_65j4ARVW8IJ6IJUYs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: California, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Olvera Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0575762
- Longitude: -118.2379277
- Place ID: ChIJWa5u50TGwoARxrEHn_jpCU0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Olvera St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.055691
- Longitude: -118.2487702
- Place ID: ChIJAf09JTTGwoARIKmlGd9S_iY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
