Where was Sweet Home Alabama filmed
Sweet Home Alabama
Year: 2002
Country: USA
<p>The movie was filmed in the United States. Despite the movie's title, the main filming took place in the state of Georgia, not Alabama. They took place in cities such as Peachtree City and Fayetteville. There, scenes were filmed in Melanie's ancestral home and with Melanie's family, whom she visited with Andrew to announce their engagement, as well as various city scenes. Also, some of the scenes were filmed on historic Georgia plantations: these locations were used to create the atmosphere of the southern states.<br /> Another notable filming location was Peachtree Lake, where Jake's plane landed. Scenes devoted to the current stage of the main character's life were filmed in New York City. They included scenes of Melanie's personal and professional life in New York: fashion shows, place of residence and neighborhood, expensive stores.<br /> Thus, Shooting in New York and in Georgia helped to create a contrast between Melanie's present life and her southern past.</p>
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Fashion show
In movie
Scene where A fashion show dedicated to the launch of Melanie's new collection is taking place. Backstage, the hustle and bustle reigns: stylists are fixing the models' hair, while others are helping them put on the last details of the outfits. Meanwhile, on the runway, the models are showing off Melanie's designs against the backdrop of a huge logo with her name on it. That's when her fiancé, Andrew, arrives to support her. He comes to the fashion show to show his love and support for Melanie on the big day. As he watches the fashion show, he can't help but feel proud of his bride's success. The fashion show is a success and Melanie feels on top of the world, albeit tired.
Real
Scene was shot Washington Square Park in New York City. It is a famous park in the Greenwich Village neighborhood that is often used for various events and activities, including concerts, festivals and fashion shows. Washington Square Park has already hosted fashion shows for New York Fashion Week on several occasions, making it a logical choice to reflect such events in movies.
Melanie's place of residence
In movie
Scene where Melanie comes home after work. Melanie Carmichael is a successful clothing designer from New York City. But she has a secret: she's shy about her Southern background and hides her past in Alabama, where she grew up under her other, her real, last name, Smooter. After another day of work, Melanie returns home: she finishes her coffee, crosses the street and enters her apartment, where a floral surprise awaits her.
Real
Scene was shot on Prince Street (between Elizabeth and Mott Streets) in New York City. The location of Melanie's apartment is located in the Nolita neighborhood of Manhattan. Nolita is a small but vibrant neighborhood known for its Italian culture and bohemian atmosphere. Nolita is notable for its boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. This neighborhood is perfect for Melanie, a successful fashion designer: Prince Street, is one of the main streets of Nolita, where many fashion stores and art galleries are located. This environment allows Melanie to stay in the center of New York's fashion scene, which is important for her career and lifestyle.
Tiffany's store
In movie
Scene where Andrew proposes to Melanie at the Tiffany store. After a successful fashion show, Andrew invites Melanie to a mysterious place. There is total darkness, but suddenly the lights come on and they find themselves in the famous Tiffany jewelry store, which Andrew has completely rented for this special moment: he gets down on his knee, proposes to Melanie. Melanie is pleasantly shocked and confused, but answers in the affirmative. Surrounded by thousands of Tiffany rings, Andrew proposes to her to choose the ring she likes best.
Real
Scene was shot at the Tiffany & Co. flagship boutique in New York City. It is located in Midtown Manhattan, at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street. The boutique is recognizable by the small windows in frames of carved polished granite, which were visible in the film, and by the figure of an Atlantean on the facade of the building holding a clock. This place was not chosen for the scene by chance, and came to the screen from real life: the ex-boyfriend of the director's wife Andy Tennant proposed to her in this beautiful way. Eventually, the decision was made to reproduce this on the big screen.