The American Way, a movie made in 1986, is a one and a half hour comedy-science fiction film set in diverse locations. Directed by Maurice Phillips and starring Dennis Hopper, Michael J. Pollard, and Eugene Lipinski, this film takes viewers behind the scenes into the intriguing world of film production, following a group of Vietnam veterans who interrupt television programs from a B-29 airplane to sabotage a political campaign. The following sections will delve into the film’s shooting locations and share interesting facts about its creation.
Where it Filmed?
Multiple locations served as filming sites for The American Way. The movie was captured in Houston, Texas, United States, presenting the city’s distinctive scenery. Additionally, parts of the movie were filmed in Glen Canyon, Utah, also located in the United States, a place known for its fascinating landscapes. Furthermore, some sessions were held in Lee International Studios, Wembley, London, England, United Kingdom. The filming took place from the 8th of July in 1985 up until January 1986.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dennis Hopper | The Captain |
| Michael J. Pollard | Tesla |
| Eugene Lipinski | Ace |
| James Aubrey | Claude |
| Al Matthews | Benedict |
| William Armstrong | Jerry |
| Michael Ho | Minh |
| Nigel Pegram | Mrs. Westinghouse |
| Mark Caven | Don |
| Craig Pinder | Irving |
| Jeff Harding | Doug |
| Linda Lou Allen | Mary |
| Norman Chancer | Dr. King |
| Gwen Humble | Linda |
| Manning Redwood | Martinez |
| Bill Bailey | General Motors |
| Bruce Boa | Col. Parker |
| John Alderson | Col. Sanders |
| Jim Carter | Castro |
| Julian Littman | Raoul |
| Catherine Chevalier | Rosita |
| Ted Maynard | Leonardo |
| Don Fellows | Capt. War Hero |
| Beryl Nesbitt | Mrs. War Hero |
| Lou Hirsch | Vet 1 |
| Sam Douglas | Vet 2 |
| Tony Sibbald | Vet 3 |
| Anthony Forrest | Vet 4 |
| George Harris | Vet Cameraman 1 |
| Michael Feast | Vet Cameraman 2 |
| Tara Ward | Donna |
| Bill Hutchinson | Baker Gaspard |
| Barbara Rosenblat | Betsy Blankett |
| William Roberts | Calley |
| Ian Tyler | Carson |
| Josie Lawrence | Guerillette |
| Britt Walker | Panther |
| Michael Fitzpatrick | Ecorilla |
| Colin Bruce | X’an |
| Michael John Paliotti | Zavaroni |
| Danny Brainin | Radar Operator |
| Chuck Julian | TV Presenter |
| Keith Edwards | WTV Director |
| Gay Baynes | WTV Vision Mixer |
| R.J. Bell | Big Drummer |
| Francis Drake | Farmer |
| Jennifer Sternberg | Farmer’s Wife |
| Johnny Myers | Scientist |
| Scott Prescott | Urban Animals |
| Scott Riley | Urban Animals |
| Tony Cisneros | Urban Animals |
| Pete Sayers | Tony Manyana |
| Ozzy Osbourne | Self |
| Dave Cash | Self |
| Nancy Lippold | Mary Jane |
| Randall Oliver | Theater Patron (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The American Way is a blend of comedy and science fiction.
- Released on May 27, 1987, in France.
- The film narrates the story of a group of Vietnam veterans disrupting TV programs from a B-29 airplane.
- The director of the movie is Maurice Phillips.
- Scott Roberts is the writer of this movie.
- Dennis Hopper, Michael J. Pollard, Eugene Lipinski played the main roles.
- It has 3 wins and 1 nomination under its belt.
- The movie received 15 user reviews and 8 critic reviews.
- A-list actors like Dennis Hopper and Michael J. Pollard were a part of the cast.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Houston, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 29.7600771
- Longitude: -95.37011079999999
- Place ID: ChIJAYWNSLS4QIYROwVl894CDco
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Houston, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Lee International Studios, Wembley, London, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.5570736
- Longitude: -0.2859502
- Place ID: ChIJvdCmB2IRdkgR5CHbyqIWcK8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Wembley, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
