Saidoweizu is a 2009 comedy drama film directed by Cellin Gluck and released in Japan. The story revolves around a middle-aged Japanese man who travels to the United States to attend his friend’s wedding. Through this article, we’ll explore where the movie was shot, who played the key roles, and uncover intriguing behind-the-scenes details.
Where it Filmed?
Saidoweizu was filmed in diverse Californian locations in the United States including Calistoga, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Malibu, and Napa Valley. The filming period was rather concise, ranging from October 2, 2008 to November 4, 2008.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Fumiyo Kohinata | Michio Saito |
| Katsuhisa Namase | Daisuke Uehara |
| Rinko Kikuchi | Mina Parker |
| Kyôka Suzuki | Mayuko Tanka |
| Jean-Christophe Lebert | John Guillaume |
| Morgan Snyder | Laura Cooper |
| Peggy Lord Chilton | Linda Russell |
| Anna Easteden | Alli |
| Griffin Gluck | Pharmacy Boy |
| Maya Waterman | Laura’s Grandmother |
| Larry Hanes | Bob Cooper – Laura’s father |
| Caroline Paris Gluck | Pharmacy Girl |
| Matthew Asner | Matty |
| Gigi Benson | Wine Patron / Drug Store shopper |
| David Black | Tourist |
| Ted Cahn | Captain Ninja Reinactor / Dr. Death |
| Francois Caillaud | Winery attendant |
| Gabrielle D’Estries | Alyce Cooper |
| Emily Dawson | Day spa flirt |
| Elan Fayard | Lynmar Winery – Mina’s Friend |
| Michelle Manhart | Motorcycle Officer |
| Michelle McCready | Golden Haven Spa Attendant |
| Robert Morey | Patron at Don Giovanni |
| Montgomery Paulsen | Pharmacist |
| Stacey Pytlewski | Kirkland Winery Attendant |
| Chuck Rockford | Airplane Pilot |
| Fred Spiker | Officer’s Husband |
| Jade Willard | Pharmacy girl #2 |
| Toni Nikole Abner | Hollywood Tourist (uncredited) |
| Duane Ram | Winery Attendant (uncredited) |
| Marcus D. Spencer | Security Guard (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
1. Alexander Payne, one of the film’s writers, was given an executive-producer credit as a courtesy.
2. The movie is a remake of the 2004 film, “Sideways”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.5787965
- Longitude: -122.5797054
- Place ID: ChIJkTJxhwlDhIARQO6YM2Hiiwc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Calistoga, CA 94515, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0907315
- Longitude: -118.3266146
- Place ID: ChIJv3lSBAe_woAR5Pq9l2eaevY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hollywood, 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
- Location Name: Malibu, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0380585
- Longitude: -118.6923438
- Place ID: ChIJP9YI-akd6IARWozqsnEtt5M
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Malibu, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
