The Student Body, a blend of comedy and drama, arrived in theaters in May 1976 and was directed by Gus Trikonis. It features a story about three female prisoners given early parole to participate in a research study conducted by a college professor, Dr. Blalock. The movie stars Warren Stevens as Dr. Blalock, Jillian Kesner as Carrie, and Janice Heiden as Chicago. Keep reading to discover where it was filmed and discover fascinating details about the film.
Where it Filmed?
The film was shot in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, however, no specific filming dates have been listed. Kansas City, known for its exquisite beauty and unique architecture, served as the backdrop for this captivating plot that mixes academic intrigue with character study.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Warren Stevens | Dr. Blalock |
| Jillian Kesner | Carrie |
| Janice Heiden | Chicago |
| June Fairchild | Mitzi |
| Peter Hooten | Carter |
| Alan McRae | John |
| David Ankrum | Leroy |
| Judith Roberts | Mrs. Blalock |
| Vic Jolley | Vernon |
| Faith Barnhart | Sharon |
| Holmes Osborne | Joe |
| Sanford Lee | Phil |
| Joseph Kanter | The Man |
| Henry Effertz | Brooks |
| Cindy Jaco | Jan |
| Debora Layman | Lois |
| Jack Poessiger | Milton |
| Robert Elliot | Crapshooter |
| Thomas Eberle | Warden |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie, with a duration of 1 hour and 23 minutes, falls under the comedy and drama genre – a mix that captivated viewers upon its release.
- Outside the film’s storyline, it has a controversial sidenote. This movie was part of the alibis provided by Randall Dale Adams and David Harris, who attended a drive-in show on November 28, 1976, in Dallas, where this movie was screened as the first in a double header followed by “The Swinging Cheerleaders.”
- Mitzi’s stumble away from the police in a particular scene, just before climbing the fire escape, gives away a faux-pas. We can see the shadows of the camera crew and equipment on the wall.
- It seems the movie had a broad reach as it was also featured in a later film, the Thin Blue Line released in 1988.
- The film was given various titles across the world. Some of these included, “Valium High” in the United States, and “Sexual Students” globally, in English. In the United Kingdom, it was named “Student Body Associates,” and in Italy, it was called “Sexual Student.”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Kansas City, Missouri, USA
- Latitude: 39.0997265
- Longitude: -94.5785667
- Place ID: ChIJl5npr173wIcRolGqauYlhVU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Kansas City, MO, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
