The film was shot in Massachusetts, USA, mainly in the Gloucester area, where the real life of a fishing town blends with historical charm. The crew used real streets, docks, and old buildings, creating an atmosphere of authenticity and coziness. The choice of filming locations highlighted the character of the community and added dynamics to each scene, conveying the spirit of coastal life. These locations added depth, warmth, and genuine, vibrant color to the scenes.

Filming Locations:

Lane's Cove

In the Movie

Scene where Leo tells his sister Ruby that she should use her talent.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Lane's Cove in Gloucester - a popular spot for boat mooring, snorkeling, diving, and kayaking. The cove is protected by a scenic granite storm wall.

Rockport Music - Shalin Liu Performance Center

In the Movie

Scene where Ruby is about to show her abilities.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The performance center opened in June 2010. It seats about 330 people and has a third-floor reception area with a catering kitchen. The project was designed in collaboration by architects Alan Joslin and Deborah Epstein of Epstein Joslin Architects and R. Lawrence Kirkegaard of Kirkegaard Associates.

Steel Derrick Quarry

In the Movie

Scene where Ruby and Miles go swimming.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Steel Derrick Quarry is a popular swimming spot for local pass holders. But it was once a granite quarry. It was established in 1870 and owned by the Pigeon Hill Granite Co. Rockport is located about 40 miles (64 km) northeast of Boston at the tip of Cape Ann peninsula. Today Rockport is mostly a suburban residential and tourist town, but it still has a population of lobster fishermen and artists.

Jodrey State Fish Pier

In the Movie

Scene where Ruby works on her family's fishing boat.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The boat used for filming was the Angela Rose, a 24-year-old boat owned by Paul Vitale, a fisherman from Gloucester, Massachusetts. Vitale demonstrated his skills to the actors and crew. Gloucester is an important center of the fishing industry and a popular summer resort. It is located on Cape Ann and is part of the North Shore of Massachusetts. According to the 2010 US Census, the population was 28,789.