This simple explanation is about the filming locations of two movies, “Serpent” from 2017 and “Serial Mom” from 1994. The actors who played roles in these movies and the places where they were filmed will be discussed. Additionally, we will learn some interesting behind-the-scenes facts about these films.
Where it Filmed?
The movie “Serpent” was filmed in South Africa. No specific filming dates were mentioned for this movie. John Waters’ dark comedy “Serial Mom” was filmed in Maryland, specifically in Towson, a suburb of Baltimore. The house where the main character, played by Kathleen Turner, lives is located at 600 Lake Drive. Other scenes were shot at Towson High School, Video Americain at 400 West Cold Spring Lane, Church of the Good Shepherd at 1401 Carrollton Avenue, and the former Hammerjacks venue at 1101 South Howard Street. The trial of the main character took place at the Baltimore County Courthouse, located at 400 Washington Avenue.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Tom Ainsley | Adam Kealey |
| Sarah Dumont | Gwynneth Kealey |
| Skye Russell | Pam |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie “Serial Mom” is unique as it merges the genres of serial killer and feel-good movies.
- John Waters, the director, is from Towson where majority of the film’s scenes were shot.
- Towson is also the birthplace of Waters’ collaborator, Glenn Milstead (known as Divine) and Spiro Agnew, vice president during Richard Nixon’s term.
- The last scene of the movie features a portrait of Spiro Agnew.
- The venue Hammerjacks, where a key scene in “Serial Mom” was filmed, was demolished in 1997 and replaced by the M&T Bank Stadium.
- “Serpent” was the opening night film for the 2017 Durban International Film Festival in South Africa.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: South Africa
- Latitude: -30.559482
- Longitude: 22.937506
- Place ID: ChIJURLu2YmmNBwRoOikHwxjXeg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: South Africa
- Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
