Where was Addicted to Love filmed
Addicted to Love
Year: 1997
Country: USA
<p>The film "The Durman of Love" (1997) tells the story of two main characters, Sam and Maggie, trying to cope with the betrayal of their former partners. The film was shot in a variety of locations, most of them in New York's Greenwich Village district. This neighborhood is known for its bohemian atmosphere, art galleries and cozy cafés, making it the ideal setting for a romantic comedy. Some scenes were shot in Centerville, Delaware, and Swarthmore, Pennsylvania. These locations add variety to the film's visual style, and underscore the contrast between the urban life of New York and the quieter atmosphere of the suburbs. Shooting in such locations allows us to further explore the themes of revenge and identity, making them more universal and understandable to audiences.</p>
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Locations
Anton's apartment
In movie
Scene where Maggie and Sam break into Anton's apartment when he and Linda are out. They decide to use this opportunity to take revenge on their former partners. Once inside the apartment, they begin to explore the space, rummaging through Anton's personal belongings, trying to find dirt or anything that might help them in their plans. However, as they explore the apartment, their interactions become more open, they find themselves closer to each other, and a physical connection develops between them.
Real
Scene was shot in an apartment in a house on Woodster Street in Manhattan. This neighborhood, known for its artistic spirit and trendy boutiques, reflects the lifestyle of Anton, the owner of a French restaurant. The loft-style apartment with high ceilings and large windows symbolizes his sophisticated taste and status in the community. This space becomes the backdrop for his relationship with Linda, emphasizing the contrast between their romantic life and the internal conflicts of the protagonists. The choice of this location also reinforces the themes of revenge and betrayal that permeate the movie: Sam and Maggie, observing the happy life of their former partners in a beautiful apartment from an abandoned building across the street.
Anton's restaurant
In movie
Scene where Sam decides to take a job with Anton at his restaurant to be closer to Linda and keep an eye on their relationship. Anton refuses him, saying that he does not like his "face". However, Sam does not give up and continues to insist: he shows attention to detail, noticing the mess on the table, which impresses Anton, who eventually changes his mind and decides to hire him.
Real
Scene was shot at the famous Raoul's restaurant on Prince Street in Manhattan. Since its opening in 1975, the restaurant has become one of the iconic spots in the Greenwich Village neighborhood and a popular destination for gourmets and celebrities, offering exquisite cuisine and the atmosphere of an old Parisian bistro. Its cozy interior and high-quality service still attracts many diners, making it an ideal place for romantic dinners and business meetings. The choice of Raoul's restaurant as Anton's establishment is due to the fact that it is one of the most famous and recognizable French bistros in New York, which underlines the status of Anton's character as a successful chef.
The park where Sam and Linda meet
In movie
Scene where Linda and Sam come to the park and she tells him that she regrets breaking up with him. This encounter is emotional as Linda begins to realize that her decision to leave for Anton was wrong. She says so and asks for a kiss, at which point Sam realizes that he no longer needs Linda: his feelings for her have changed and he no longer wants to return to a past relationship. This realization becomes an important moment in his development as a character, as he begins to accept his new feelings for Maggie. At this point, Maggie takes a picture of them. She observes their conversation and has mixed feelings: on the one hand, she realizes that Linda still has feelings for Sam, and on the other hand, she realizes her own emotions for him.
Real
Scene was shot in Washington Square Park. It is a famous park in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, one of the main points of the neighborhood. The park is surrounded by the buildings of New York University and attracts many residents and students, creating a lively atmosphere. Its central attraction is a triumphal arch built in honor of George Washington, as well as a fountain and manicured green spaces where street performances and events take place (one such performance is shown in between in this scene of the film).The park creates an atmosphere conducive to emotional conversations and self-expression, which fits perfectly with the climactic scene in which Sam realizes that he is no longer chasing his old relationship with Linda, and wants to be with Maggie.