Her (2013) – Filming Locations
Romance / Science Fiction / Drama · Directed by Spike Jonze · Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson
In the not so distant future, Theodore, a lonely writer, purchases a newly developed operating system designed to meet the user's every need. To Theodore's surprise, a romantic relationship develops between him and his operating system. This unconventional love story blends science fiction and romance in a sweet tale that explores the nature of love and the ways that technology isolates and connects us all.
Where was Her filmed?
- Los Angeles, United States, Los Angeles – Theodore walks through futuristic Los Angeles cityscape; establishing shots of the elevated highways and modern architecture. The film's primary setting uses LA's actual downtown and freeways, which were digitally enhanced to appear more futuristic with color grading and visual effects
- Los Angeles, United States, Los Angeles – Theodore walks through vintage urban corridors and architectural landmarks near his apartment. The historic Bunker Hill district and Angels Flight Railway provide the visual foundation for Theodore's neighborhood, emphasizing isolation within urban density
- Los Angeles, United States, Los Angeles – Theodore navigates crowded urban spaces and engages with other people throughout the city. Downtown LA locations including markets and street-level environments ground the story in authentic urban spaces that were digitally enhanced for the film's sci-fi aesthetic
- Los Angeles, United States, Los Angeles – Theodore's apartment building and interior spaces, establishing his isolated living environment. The Bradbury Building's iconic iron and glass architecture was used for exterior shots of Theodore's high-rise apartment, symbolic of his urban isolation and modernist existence