Quentin Tarantino's latest offering,Once Upon a Time… in Hollywoodis a film set in the 1960s. Filming took place in Los Angeles between June and November 2018, with many Hollywood locations incorporated into the story. While most of the characters had to wear period costumes, use old objects and vehicles to accurately match the time period in the film - there were some locations in the city that did not need such "disguise".
Let's take a look at some of the locations that have shone in the movie - the golden symbols of Los Angeles for the past 60 years.
Casa Vega Restaurant
Rick Dalton (DiCaprio) and Cliff Booth (Pitt) have a drinking scene at Casa Vega, founded by Rafael 'Ray' Garcia in 1956. Under new owner Christina 'Christy' Vega Fowler, Casa Vega continues to be a favorite with celebrities. Here, celebrity guests are guaranteed privacy as the place accommodates special requests such as discreet entrances and exits, plus low lighting to make meals more surreal. Diners can dine on standout dishes like the Vega Ribeye and Casa Vega Molcajete with flank steak, chicken breast, tiger prawns and grilled relleno. If you want to get the same experience as inOnce Upon a Time… in Hollywood, go straight to table C6.
Playboy Mansion
A party scene near the beginning of the film was filmed at the infamous Playboy Mansion, the former home of Hugh Hefner, who lived there from 1975 until his death in 2017. Located in the Holmby Hills neighborhood, the mansion was notorious in the 1970s and 1980s for its numerous reports of wild parties and gatherings of the rich and famous. Today, the Playboy Mansion is used for special events and fashion shoots, as well as film productions.
Cicada Restaurant
Cicada Restaurant, located inside the James Oviatt Building in downtown Los Angeles, is a very famous place. Not only has it appeared in many movies with actor DiCaprio, but its Art Deco design was also the inspiration for the Hotel Cortez in the movie.American Horror Story: HotelThis place was also the setting of a famous movie.Pretty Woman(1990).
Dome Cinema
There are plenty of iconic movie theaters in Los Angeles, but Pacific Theatres' Cinema Dome really stands out. Tarantino's favorite theater was once famous for its unrealistically curved screen. In the context ofOnce Upon a Time… in Hollywood, the Dome theater is currently decorated with images introducing the disaster movieKrakatoa, East of Java(1968).
El Coyote Mexican Cafe Restaurant
Opened in March 1931, El Coyote Mexican Cafe moved to its current location in 1951. El Coyote is known for its vibrant, colorful atmosphere, filled with autographed photos of Hollywood stars who have dined there. The movie character Sharon Tate (played by Margot Robbie) dined here with friends.
Musso & Frank Grill Restaurant
Legendary Hollywood restaurant Musso & Frank was also featured in Tim Burton's award-winning biopic,Ed Wood(1994), and also contributed greatly toOnce Upon a Time… in HollywoodMusso & Frank officially turns 100 this year, and is also recognized as the oldest restaurant in Hollywood.
Fox Regency Bruin Theatre
The famous Regency Bruin Theatre opened in December 1937. InOnce Upon a Time… in Hollywood, Sharon Tate (Robbie) stopped by Bruin to see herself in character inThe Wrecking Crew. Around this theater are also many locations that have appeared on screen, as well as streets selling countless vintage clothes that will definitely help you complete your retro style.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is a legendary theme park and film studio that any movie fan needs to visit when in Hollywood. Tarantino used part of the park to create the western setting in the movie. Here, visitors can take a tour of the historic studios that have been the filming location for many Universal classics such asJaws(1975),Psycho(1960) andJurassic Park(1993).
Corriganville Park
Before being destroyed by a wildfire in 1970, the Corriganville Ranch in Simi Valley was used in more than 3,500 films. Today, the site is Corriganville Park, which features many nature trails and is used inOnce Upon a Time… in Hollywoodto depict the historic Spahn farm.
