Where was Before We Go filmed

Locations

• Café

  In movie

  Scene where Brooke shares her worries about her husband with Nick. As the night progresses, Nick and Brooke begin to open up to each other. Nick talks about his ex-girlfriend Hannah, whom he hasn't seen in six years and whom he wants to meet again. Brooke shares her marital problems: she wrote a letter to her husband about the divorce, but then found out that he ended the relationship with his mistress and now wants to forgive him. However, the letter was left in her apartment and she is afraid her husband will read it.

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  Café on the map

  Scene was shot at Cup & Saucer, a classic New York City diner located on the corner of Canal Street and Eldridge Street in Manhattan. This diner was famous for its old-fashioned atmosphere and simple but delicious American cuisine. It was one of the last remnants of old New York, with original decor and a mosaic image of a cup and saucer on the floor. Cup & Saucer was a favorite among locals and tourists, serving classic breakfasts and lunches at affordable prices. However, it closed in 2017 due to rising rents. The authors of the movie chose this establishment because of its unique atmosphere and nostalgic charm. This place was perfect for an intimate conversation between the characters, where they could open up to each other in a quiet and familiar setting.

• Station

  In movie

  Scene where Nick meets Brooke. Nick Vaughn is a street musician who plays trumpet in New York Central Station. He meets a girl named Brooke who missed the last train to Boston. Nick returns her broken iPhone, which she dropped trying to catch the platform. Afterward, they meet again outside and a conversation ensues: Brooke admits that she was mugged and now she can't get out of town. Nick decides to help her.

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  Station on the map

  Scene was shot at New York Central Station. This station is one of the most famous and oldest in the world. Opened on February 2, 1913, it is famous for its boz-ar style architecture, which made it not only a major transportation hub, but also an important landmark of the city. The building was constructed after the demolition of the previous train stations on the site, the construction took almost ten years. The authors of the film chose the Central Station for the scene of the characters' acquaintance because of its symbolism and recognizability. The station is a place where people often meet and part, which perfectly fits the theme of the movie about a chance encounter.

• Street

  In movie

  Scene where Nick and Brooke discuss the theft of her bag. Brooke has been robbed: the thieves took her bag, leaving her without money or identification. Nick offers to help Brooke, but it turns out that he has no money on all of his credit cards. He tries to call a friend to borrow from him, but his phone runs out of power. Nick offers to pay for a hotel room so Brooke can wait out the night, but she insists on going home before morning. Nick then decides to help her track down her stolen purse. They head to the bar where Brooke had been before and get information on the possible location of the thief. However, their attempt to recover the purse fails: Nick is punched in the face and the criminals run away.

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  Street on the map

  Scene was shot on Spring Street between Mott Street and Elizabeth Street in Manhattan. Spring Street is a street in Lower Manhattan, running through the neighborhoods of Hudson Square, Soho, and Nolita. It is famous for its art workshops as well as its collection of cast iron buildings. The site that appears in this scene is located between the Chinatown and Little Italy neighborhoods. The filmmakers may have chosen this location to showcase the vibrant urban setting and atmosphere of the city.