June 27, 2024
Paul Thomas Anderson Filming Around Borrego Springs
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Paul Thomas Anderson's New Film Partially Filmed Around Borrego Springs
An upcoming untitled film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Regina Hall, and Sean Penn is set to hit theaters on August 8, 2025. This film has generated buzz not just for its star-studded cast and director, but also for its unique filming locations, including in and around Borrego Springs.
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Local Filming Locations
Part of the film's production took place in and around Borrego Springs, capturing the natural beauty and landscapes that define our area. Key scenes were shot along Montezuma Road, Henderson Canyon, Hellhole Canyon, and other spots within the Anza-Borrego Desert area. These locations will provide a stunning and authentic desert backdrop for the film.
Who is Paul Thomas Anderson?
Paul Thomas Anderson, also known as P.T. Anderson, is an acclaimed American filmmaker born on June 26, 1970, in Studio City, California. He is known for his distinctive storytelling and stylistic filmmaking, influenced by his early access to a vast array of films and his upbringing in the San Fernando Valley.
Notable Films:
- Hard Eight (1996)
- Boogie Nights (1997)
- Magnolia (1999)
- Punch-Drunk Love (2002)
- There Will Be Blood (2007)
- The Master (2012)
- Inherent Vice (2014)
- Phantom Thread (2017)
P.T. Anderson's films are known for their complex characters, innovative use of lighting, and ensemble casts.
Borrego Springs Resort Hosts Hollywood
Borrego Springs Resort hosted the production crews during their stay, providing accommodation and serving as a venue for wrap-up events and other logistics. The resort became a hub of activity, offering a glimpse into the workings of a major film production.
Film's Plot
Fox5SanDiego suggested that Sicco Rood believes the movie is a modern adaptation of the 1990 Thomas Pynchon novel “Vineland.” According to Goodreads, the book is about “a group of Americans in Northern California in 1984 that are struggling with the consequences of their lives in the 60s.” Learn More About Vineland
"It will be the director's most commercial effort to date, with Variety reporting the budget is approaching $100 million." - Variety
Social Media Mentions:
Leo arriving at the beginning of the week in Borrego Springs to film
by u/juju1174 in paulthomasanderson
Montezuma Valley Rd. closed for filming
Learn More:
- Movie Filming in Borrego Springs - Borrego Sun
- Jonny Greenwood to Score New Paul Thomas Anderson Film - Consequence.net
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