Are you curious about the real-life places where your favorite movies were filmed? In today’s post, we’ll delve into the filming locations of the 2002 film “The Good Girl” starring Jennifer Aniston and John C. Reilly. Join me on this exciting journey as we explore the house of Justine Last and her pothead husband, Phil, in this thought-provoking drama.
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A Convenient Stop
Last Tuesday morning, as I planned to visit Bill Cozbi’s Auto Body Shop from another famous film, “Bridesmaids,” I received a suggestion from Mike, a trusted movie location expert. He recommended making a quick detour to the residence of Justine and Phil Last. Intrigued by the proximity between the two sites and the allure of a Starbucks along the way, I couldn’t resist the opportunity.
A Familiar Neighborhood
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Mike, who resides not far from Santa Clarita, discovered the house back in 2001 during the production of “The Good Girl.” Although I hadn’t encountered this location previously, the filmmakers extensively used Justine and Phil’s home throughout the movie. However, as you can see in the images provided, the residence has undergone a few changes since its appearance onscreen. The front door has been replaced, a stone façade and a new garage door added, and the wood paneling removed from the garage. Despite these alterations, the house remains recognizable to fans of the film.
A Successful Location Scouting
According to the production notes for “The Good Girl,” finding suitable locations in sunny California to replicate the small-town Texas setting was a challenge. The search for Justine and Phil’s house, in particular, proved painstaking. The script described their residence as the last house on a street stretching into miles of barren land. The location managers managed to find this unique property in the Santa Clarita area, complete with flat streets, telephone poles, and a rural ambiance that doesn’t resemble an ordinary Los Angeles neighborhood. Kudos to them for their meticulous efforts!
An Insight into the Real-Life House
In real life, Justine’s house, constructed in 1961, features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and spans 1,125 square feet. Nestled on a 0.16-acre plot of land, it’s a cozy yet distinct abode that captivated moviegoers.
On-Screen vs. Real-Life Interiors
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While I initially assumed the interior of the house was used in the film, it seems that wasn’t the case upon closer examination. A look at the old real estate listing reveals that although the living room closely resembles its onscreen counterpart, the kitchen differs significantly. Even though the listing mentions recent remodeling, the dissimilarity between the kitchen in real life and in the movie is apparent.
Join the Hunt
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A special shoutout to Mike from MovieShotsLA for discovering this intriguing filming location!
Until next time, happy stalking!
Location Information:
Justine’s house from “The Good Girl” can be found at 25103 Fourl Road in Santa Clarita. The nearby Ricardo’s Auto Upholstery, also known as Bill Cozbi’s Auto Body Shop from “Bridesmaids,” is located at 24347 Main Street. Judy’s home from “Bridesmaids” is just around the corner from Ricardo’s, situated at 23418 8th Street. Notably, Officer Rhodes’ residence is directly across the street from Judy’s, at 23425 8th Street. Note that Calgrove Boulevard is blocked east of Creekside Drive, so to access these locations, take either Apple or Valley Street south off Lyons Avenue to reach 8th Street.
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