The Last Bridesmaids Filming Locations: Where Was It Shot?

The 2011 comedy Bridesmaids was filmed in Los Angeles, California, with some scenes shot in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Chicago, Illinois. The film is set in Milwaukee and Chicago, but most of the filming took place in Los Angeles, with iconic locations such as Universal Studios Hollywood and downtown LA transformed to look like the Midwestern cities.

Annie's apartment exterior

The exterior of Annie's apartment in Bridesmaids was filmed at 2501 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, at East Homer Street, in Bay View, Milwaukee. The apartment is shared by Annie and her roommates, Gil and his sister. The building is located to the south of the city.

The film Bridesmaids was mostly shot in Los Angeles, California, with only a few days of filming in Milwaukee and Chicago. The film's director, Paul Feig, has acknowledged the challenge of finding locations in Los Angeles that could convincingly double for the Midwestern cities of Milwaukee and Chicago.

Bridal shop scene

The bridal shop scene in Bridesmaids was filmed at 650 N Spring St in Los Angeles, California. The exterior of the swanky bridal store, 'Belle en Blanc', is a familiar location for movie buffs—the building is a former Bank of America building that has appeared in several films, including Se7en, Spider-Man 2, The Mask, and Marathon Man.

In the scene, the bridal party, excluding Helen, suffers from food poisoning after a meal at a Brazilian steak restaurant and starts experiencing uncontrollable diarrhoea. The elegant Spring Street in downtown LA becomes the backdrop for a chaotic scene as the characters scramble to find any place available to relieve themselves, including the street itself. This scene is often credited with elevating the film from just another funny chick-flick to a well-loved classic.

The bridal shop scene captures the raw humour and emotional moments that characterise the film, showcasing the strong female leads in a comedic light and contributing to its critical acclaim and box office success.

Annie's workplace

In the 2011 comedy film Bridesmaids, Annie Walker, played by Kristen Wiig, works at a jewellery store. The store location was filmed at 1009 West Mitchell Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The commercial district in this area is bustling and lined with numerous locally-owned shops, restaurants, and businesses that showcase the area's unique character. With an eclectic mix of old and new structures, historic buildings stand alongside modern storefronts and trendy cafes.

To get to 1009 West Mitchell Street, you would need to head south from the heart of Milwaukee. It’s a journey of a little over three miles and should take around 10 minutes.

In the film, Annie is a woman in her mid-thirties who is struggling to make ends meet. She is single and has not achieved much in life. Her bakery went out of business following the recession, wiping out her savings and resulting in her boyfriend leaving her. As a result, Annie has lost her passion for baking and now works a stressful, underpaid job at the jewellery store.

Annie climbing over a gate

The scene in Bridesmaids where Annie gets stuck climbing over a gate was filmed in Encino, California. The specific address is 3722 Sapphire Drive, opposite Tudor Drive. This is in the Hollywood-friendly San Fernando Valley. The area is characterised by high-end homes in a beautiful neighbourhood, with stunning architecture, manicured lawns, and scenic views that stretch for miles.

In the scene, Annie, played by Kristen Wiig, leaves a bridal shower feeling dejected and returns to her car, only to find that it has been repossessed. She then decides to walk home but comes across a fence blocking her path. As she attempts to climb over it, the automatic gate starts to rise, and she gets stuck, dangling upside down with her underwear on full display to passing traffic.

The house and gate belong to Ted, played by Jon Hamm, Annie's friend with benefits. The scene is a memorable one, showcasing Annie's comedic misfortune and adding to the overall humour of the film.

This location is just one of several in California that were used for filming Bridesmaids, including Los Angeles and Oxnard. The film also featured a few locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Chicago, Illinois, though principal photography took place in Los Angeles.

Bridal party scenes

The bridal party scenes in Bridesmaids were filmed at the Sherwood Country Club, a private, members-only golf and country club in Thousand Oaks, California. The club, founded by David H. Murdock in 1987, features an 18-hole championship golf course with breathtaking views of the Santa Monica Mountains and surrounding landscapes.

The scenes depict the engagement party, where Annie (Kristen Wiig) meets Lillian's (Maya Rudolph) bridesmaids: Rita, Becca, Megan, and Helen. From the start, Annie and Helen feel envious of each other's close relationship with Lillian, and their competitiveness intensifies as the film progresses.

To reach the Sherwood Country Club from Los Angeles, take US-101 N. The journey covers a distance of about 40 miles and should take around an hour.

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