The movie was filmed in New York, USA, in the real Coyote Ugly bar in the East Village. This location was chosen because the bar is an iconic place with a unique atmosphere, perfect for a story about a young girl aspiring to become a singer. New York, as the center of the music industry, adds realism and dynamics to the story, emphasizing the protagonist's struggle for success.
Violet's apartment
In movie
Scene where Violet moves into her new apartment in Chinatown. When she arrives, the outside is chaotic: Chinese vendors are throwing away leftover food, including chicken bones, and the streets look dirty. The inside of the apartment isn't any better either - there's dirt everywhere and it looks like it hasn't been cleaned in a long time. Violette says goodbye to her friend who helped her with the move. They hug, and her friend wishes her luck in her new place. This scene emphasizes the difficulties Violette faces, but also shows her determination to start a new life in the big city.
Timing: 06:27
Real
Scene was shot on Mott Street in New York City's Chinatown. Chinatown in New York City is known for its unique atmosphere and architecture, which adds realism and depth to the scenes. Mott Street, in particular, is one of the most famous streets in the area, making it recognizable and interesting to viewers. The choice of Chinatown for filming emphasizes the contrast between Violet's life in the small town and her new life in the big city. This neighborhood symbolizes the diversity and multiculturalism of New York City (even if it is not the cleanest), which is important for a story about a young girl striving for success in the music industry.
New York
The Ugly Coyote Bar
In movie
Scene where In the Coyote Ugly bar, the bar itself is a kind of character in the movie. a vivid scene is when Violet first enters the Coyote Ugly bar. She goes inside and immediately finds herself in the center of a buzzing energy: girls dressed in revealing outfits dance on the bar, they light drinks and pour them to the visitors. The atmosphere in the bar is heated to the max, everyone is having fun, shouting and singing along to the music. Violet, being by nature very shy, looks at what is going on with admiration and amazement. Her gaze is fixed on the dancing girls, who move confidently, attracting the attention of everyone around them. She thinks to herself: "Wow, what's going on here!" She is a little embarrassed by this sight, but at the same time she feels the desire to become as bold and liberated as these girls. This scene emphasizes her inner struggle and her desire to overcome her fears to become part of this bright and exciting world.
Timing: 23:17
Real
Scene was shot in the real-life bar Coyote Ugly, opened in 1993 in New York City. The bar is known for its unique atmosphere and energetic bartender performances, which is perfect for a movie where the main character overcomes her fears and shyness, and begins her journey to success. The bar becomes the place where the protagonist Violet (Piper Perabo) overcomes her fears and reaches her potential. While working at the bar, she learns to be confident and finds support among her coworkers, which helps her on her way to a music career. The scenes in the bar are filled with bright lights, music, and dancing, making them visually appealing and memorable. These aspects make the Ugly Coyote bar an ideal location for filming and an important element of the story, emphasizing the transformation of the main character and her path to success.
New York
Diner
In movie
Scene where Kevin invites Violet to spend time together at half past four in the morning after her scene is over. He takes her to a restaurant called Bereket, located in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan.When they go inside, the atmosphere of the restaurant seems a little suspicious. Kevin greets the employee who works there and they exchange a few words. The employee hands Kevin a paper bag and Violet becomes concerned, suspecting that there may be drugs inside. She feels uneasy and begins to question Kevin's intentions.However, when Kevin opens the package, it turns out that inside are rare issues of Spider-Man comic books. Violet sighs in relief, realizing that her suspicions were wrong. This scene highlights her naivety and inexperience, and adds an element of surprise and humor to the film.
Timing: 44:08
Real
Scene was shot at Bereket, a kebab shop located in Manhattan's Lower East Side neighborhood at 187 East Houston Street and Orchard Street. This small restaurant became famous after appearing in the movie “Ugly Coyote” and for 14 years remained a popular spot with locals and tourists for its affordable and delicious food. The original restaurant closed in 2014, leaving a lasting mark on many New Yorkers, but reopened a couple years ago, attracting guests with a “Bereket is back” sign.
New York
