“Private Parts” is a film from 1972 that blends comedy and horror. The main plot revolves around a young lady named Cheryl who moves into King Edward Hotel, owned by her distant aunt Martha. Here, she encounters unusual residents, particularly a photographer named George who takes a special interest in her. In this guide, we’ll be discussing the locations where this intriguing film was shot and other interesting facts related to it.
Where it Filmed?
The movie “Private Parts” was filmed in several areas within Los Angeles, California, USA. Specifically, filming took place at the King Edward Hotel, located at 121 E. 5th St, and the famous Venice Beach. The filming dates, however, are not available.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Ayn Ruymen | Cheryl Stratton |
| Lucille Benson | Aunt Martha Atwood |
| John Ventantonio | George Atwood |
| Laurie Main | Reverend Moon |
| Stanley Livingston | Jeff |
| Charles Woolf | Jeff’s Dad |
| Ann Gibbs | Judy Adams |
| Len Travis | Mike |
| Dorothy Neumann | Mrs. Quigley |
| Gene Simms | First Policeman |
| John Lupton | Second Policeman |
| Patrick Strong | Artie |
| Paul Bartel | Man in Park (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Despite being located in California, the film’s story is set in a rundown hotel.
- The film was directed by Paul Bartel and among the writers were Philip Kearney and Les Rendelstein.
- Key actors in this movie include Ayn Ruymen who played Cheryl Stratton, Lucille Benson as Aunt Martha Atwood, and John Ventantonio who portrayed George Atwood.
- In the film, one of Cheryl’s lines is “Alice doesn’t live here anymore,” this was two years prior to the release of the unrelated movie with the same quote as its title.
- There’s a goof in the film. After a rat character named Whitey dies, it is shown rigid immediately. In real life, rigor mortis wouldn’t set in that fast.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: King Edward Hotel – 121 E. 5th St, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0463443
- Longitude: -118.2478418
- Place ID: ChIJ2xTG9zXGwoAR9aB655_Kh80
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 121 E 5th St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Venice Beach, Venice, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.9932584
- Longitude: -118.480598
- Place ID: ChIJ512buqS6woAReLLWQupEX2A
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA, 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
