The film "Arbitrage" was filmed in New York City, USA.

Filming Locations:

101 Park Avenue

In the Movie

In Reality

The scene was filmed at a 49-story office building built in 1982, located a block from Grand Central Terminal.

Julie's Apartment

In the Movie

The scene where the street facade and nearby alley serve as a backdrop for a more private, hidden side of the plot, visually separating the secondary residence from the polished corporate world and emphasizing secrecy and risk.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 77 White Street, located in the Tribeca neighborhood, near old cast-iron buildings and narrow streets that can be dressed to create an atmosphere of gritty, intimate moments. This area provides an earthy contrast to the luxury of Midtown and is ideal for discreet arrivals and departures, offering the right degree of privacy and realism for the plot.

Robert Miller's Apartment

In the Movie

The scene where the exterior and neighborhood are used to show the character's status residence, where well-maintained streets emphasize privacy and privilege, while tension builds around his personal and professional risks.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 19 Gramercy Park South, a private, elite residential building overlooking Gramercy Park in Manhattan. The surrounding blocks feature historic architecture, key-controlled park access, and quiet streets that create a sense of elite New York living, emphasizing the status and seclusion of this prestigious area.

New York County Supreme Court

In the Movie

The scene where the exterior of the courthouse is used to underscore the mounting legal consequences, adding authenticity through a recognizable justice setting, where institutional power contrasts with private attempts to control outcomes.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the New York County Supreme Court building at 60 Centre Street, an important civic landmark in Lower Manhattan with an official facade and constant court activity. Its surroundings naturally convey legal stakes, procedures, and public scrutiny, providing a powerful and realistic backdrop for justice-related scenes.

Gallery

In the Movie

The scene where the gallery space supports scenes related to the business side of the art world in the characters' lives, using a prestigious Chelsea address to connect luxury, taste, and money with a public cultural context.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 530 West 25th Street, located in the West Chelsea neighborhood, known for its contemporary art galleries and converted industrial buildings. The block's clean facades and established gallery infrastructure create a realistic setting for art-world scenes and events, perfectly capturing the atmosphere of New York's modern art market.

Central Park (near Gapstow Bridge)

In the Movie

The scene where the park setting by the bridge is used for transitional moments away from offices and apartments, giving the plot a public yet personal backdrop where characters can move, talk, and react in the open air.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Gapstow Bridge, a well-known pedestrian bridge in Central Park with views of Midtown, as well as surrounding trees and paths. This spot is frequently photographed and easily recognizable; it offers a tranquil public space amidst dense city streets, providing a scenic and peaceful backdrop for various scenes.

The Plaza Hotel

In the Movie

The scene where the hotel facade and surrounding area are used to stage moments related to status and high society, visually reinforcing the character's cultivated image and the polished world he tries to maintain.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Plaza Hotel, an iconic luxury hotel on the edge of Central Park, widely known for its high-end hospitality and prominent social history in New York. Its entrances, facade, and surrounding streets reliably convey prestige and wealth, creating an ideal backdrop for stories requiring an atmosphere of exclusivity and luxury.