Where was Meet Joe Black filmed

Locations

• Café

  In movie

  Scene where Susan Parrish, daughter of media mogul William Parrish, walks into a cafe for breakfast and coffee. There she meets a young man, played by Brad Pitt. This young man is on the phone with someone from his family, and his friendly and sincere tone catches Susan's attention. They begin a conversation and there is immediate chemistry between them. The young man shares his thoughts on life and love, which makes a strong impression on Susan. They spend a brief but meaningful time together and then part ways.

  Real

  Café on the map

  Scene was shot at Broadway Restaurant on the corner of 2664 Broadway and West 101st Street in Manhattan. This is a classic American cafe known for its cozy atmosphere and traditional menu. This place is perfect for the scene in the movie “Meet Joe Black” where Susan meets the young man because it creates a warm and relaxed environment conducive to casual encounters and sincere conversations. The atmosphere of the café helps emphasize the naturalness and sincerity of their first meeting, making it memorable and significant to the further development of the plot.Unfortunately, the restaurant closed in June 2023 and a new establishment opened in its place.

  New York

• Crossroads

  In movie

  Scene where after Joe and Susan meet at the café, he leaves and heads towards the crossroads. They both stop in turn and look back at each other. At one point, Joe to look back at Susan, but she has already disappeared around the corner of the house. He hesitates and is almost hit by a car, he dodges, but a second later he is hit by another van. He goes flying and falls on the windshield of the cab, the new impact throws him back towards his original position. The scene was filmed for real, but instead of a real person, an articulated mannequin made from a mold of Brad Pitt's body was used.

  Real

  Crossroads on the map

  Scene was shot at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 23rd Street in Manhattan, where one of the scenes of the movie “Meet Joe Black” was filmed. The production team decided to choose this location to avoid the traffic near the Broadway restaurant.

  New York

• Perrish family mansion

  In movie

  Scene where the beginning of the movie shows preparations for a big event - the 65th birthday party of William Perrish, a media mogul and father of the main character Susan. The scene begins with workers setting up tents and decorating the area around the Perrish mansion. After hearing some of the details of the preparations, Perrish walks out onto the porch where he meets his daughter Susan and heads to the helicopter before flying away in a helicopter.

  Real

  Perrish family mansion on the map

  Scene was shot at Aldrich Mansion in Warwick, Rhode Island. This magnificent late 19th century mansion sits on approximately 72 acres and includes a French Renaissance-style main house, stables, and boat house. The luxurious interiors and stately architecture provide the perfect backdrop for a story about a wealthy media mogul and his family. For the character of William Perrish (Anthony Hopkins), the owner of the house, the mansion emphasizes his status, wealth and influence, making it the perfect setting for the plot to unfold.

• William Parrish's penthouse.

  In movie

  Scene where During dinner with his family, William begins to hear strange voices that seem familiar and frightening, but he cannot understand where they are coming from. After dinner, he goes to his study, where the voices become even more distinct. William begins to speak to these voices, asking if they are here. At one point, a dark, ominous figure appears in the room. At that moment, he realizes that these voices belong to Death, who has come to him in the guise of Joe Black.

  Real

  William Parrish's penthouse. on the map

  Scene was shot at The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, which is located at the intersection of East 61st Street and Fifth Avenue in New York City. William Perrish's penthouse in the movie was meant to convey a sense of wealth and status, which perfectly matches the elegant and sophisticated setting of The Pierre. The hotel is located in an upscale neighborhood, which adds realism and believability to the scenes surrounding the life of the successful media mogul

  New York