Although a significant part of the film takes place in Venezuela, the filming was mainly done in California and Los Angeles. For example, in one particularly memorable scene, Joe sees a bus submerged in a Venezuelan river and jumps straight into the water flow. Instead of Venezuela, this scene was filmed on the Middle Fork American River in Northern California, a place known for its strong rapids with turbulent water. Other scenes set in South America were filmed at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, while waterfall footage was shot on the island of Kauai in Hawaii.

Filming Locations:

Joe's House

In the Movie

Scene where A series of strange events at the hospital and at home after his wife's death make Joe question his sanity. One late night, he notices a dragonfly (the insect Emily was obsessed with) outside the window. Joe tries to calm himself and his parrot, saying it's just an insect. Then he sees Emily herself in the same spot where the dragonfly was flying.

In Reality

The scene was filmed At the house located at 1104 Michigan Avenue in Evanston, Illinois. It is about 12 miles north of downtown Chicago, just a few minutes' walk from the shores of Lake Michigan. Evanston is a picturesque suburb of Chicago, known for its green streets, historic homes, and proximity to prestigious educational institutions such as Northwestern University.

River

In the Movie

Scene where Joe rushes into the jungle and heads to a village. Climbing onto a cliff above the river, he sees a bus that was washed away by a landslide and is now partially submerged in the river below. Joe jumps from the edge of the cliff, diving into the turbulent river flow.

In Reality

The scene was filmed On the Middle Fork American River, which is located near Foresthill in Northern California. The river is known for its steep rapids and crystal-clear water. Surrounding the river are dense forests and high cliffs, creating an impressive atmosphere of seclusion and natural beauty.

Tropical Shore

In the Movie

Scene where Joe nearly met death in the sinking bus. Victor pulls him to safety on the shore and lets him catch his breath. Then, as Joe comes to, the guide insists they leave the area immediately.

In Reality

The scene was filmed At the Los Angeles County Arboretum. This is a botanical garden located in one of the picturesque corners of the city. Here you can find a variety of flora from around the world, including local plant species, as well as rare and exotic plants collected from all continents. The space is divided into several thematic zones, each reflecting different climatic and geographical regions.