The touching drama about self-discovery and the fleeting nature of life was filmed in New York. The frame features one iconic city location after another, including the Brooklyn Bridge, the Washington Arch in Greenwich Village, and urban and panoramic views of Manhattan. Filming also took place in Brooklyn itself: among the identified locations are Columbia Place and the Italian restaurant River Deli. The stand-up club Greenwich Village Comedy Club appeared in scenes related to completing unusual items on the wish list. All these and other locations in the film not only perfectly convey the spirit of New York — a city of opportunities and unexpected discoveries — but also enhance the emotional impact of the film on the viewer.

Filming Locations:

Cafe in Brooklyn

In the Movie

The scene where Alex discusses her mother's list of unfulfilled wishes with her friends. At the center of the plot is the story of Alex Rose, a young woman whose life changes after the death of her mother Elizabeth. Elizabeth leaves her daughter an unusual will: in addition to the usual inheritance, Alex receives a list of wishes that her mother compiled as a teenager. Elizabeth wants her daughter to try to fulfill all the items on this list after her death. This list becomes a kind of guide for Alex to rethink her life.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the River Deli cafe in Brooklyn. This popular Italian restaurant offers dishes based on traditional Sardinian cuisine, which sets it apart from the many Italian restaurants in New York. The owner, Andrea Mocci, and his wife Giovanna Fadda, themselves from Sardinia, brought recipes passed down from generation to generation to the menu. River Deli is located in a historic area of Brooklyn and was transformed from an abandoned space into a cozy establishment with an elegant interior. Its popularity is due not only to the delicious food but also to the unique atmosphere, which is perfect for meetings and gatherings.

Stand-up Club

In the Movie

The scene where Alex takes the stage at a stand-up club. In the list of cherished wishes that Elizabeth left for her daughter Alex after her death, there was an item about performing at a stand-up club. This list, full of her mother's teenage dreams, becomes a kind of guide for Alex to rethink her life. At first, Alex treats the task with distrust and skepticism, but completing the first items on the list, including the stand-up performance, forces her out of her comfort zone, and gradually she begins to feel the joy of life by following these random but meaningful actions.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the Greenwich Village Comedy Club. This stand-up club, opened in 2012, is one of the main venues for stand-up comedy in New York. It is located in the heart of Greenwich Village, an area known for its bohemian atmosphere and rich cultural history. The venue is distinguished by its cozy setting and intimate atmosphere: a small hall seating no more than 100 people allows the audience to be in close proximity to the performing comedians. Here you can always listen to both novice and experienced comedians known for performances on platforms such as Comedy Central and Netflix. The location perfectly conveys the spirit of self-expression, and the intimate setting of the club enhances the tension and emotionality of the moment when Alex first takes the stage, overcoming her fears.