The film was shot primarily in London, where industrial areas and architecture perfectly replaced the backstreets of Los Angeles, where the story takes place. This helped create the atmosphere of an urban crime thriller while maintaining realism and visual plausibility.
Despite the main filming location in the UK, some exterior scenes were shot in Southern California. This helped viewers better orient themselves in space and emphasized the American flavor of the story. Guy Ritchie aimed for maximum authenticity, so robbery and shootout scenes were filmed with minimal rehearsals to make events look natural.

Filming Locations:

Armored Car Robbery

In the Movie

The scene where H and his son Dougie witness a daring attack on an armored truck. H, under the pretext of buying a burrito, watches as a group of robbers, consisting of former military personnel, begins the assault. Panic ensues: H realizes the situation is critical and tries to protect his son. The robbers act coldly and methodically, killing two guards and leaving no witnesses. H tries to reach Dougie but is delayed by gunfire and chaos. Unfortunately, Dougie becomes a victim of the violence; his death deeply wounds H and becomes the catalyst for his thirst for revenge.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 103 South Myers Street, Los Angeles, under the freeway. This location is ideal for filming. This area is characterized by a lack of prying eyes, creating an atmosphere of seclusion and allowing criminals to operate unnoticed. Such locations are often used in cinema to create a tense and disturbing environment, as they enhance the sense of danger and impunity. Additionally, the location under the bridge adds an element of realism: such places are often associated with criminal activities and robberies.

Setup Robbery

In the Movie

The scene where H tracks the robbers near restaurants where the armored car arrives to collect cash. This location is ideal for a robbery: a busy area with a restaurant zone allows criminals to blend in with the crowd and remain unnoticed. At the same time, narrow passages and limited space create favorable conditions for an ambush and quick escape. H, inside the armored car, observes the robbers' actions. He realizes they are preparing for a new attack and decides to act from within to catch them off guard. The criminals are confident in their impunity and do not suspect that H is already among them.

In Reality

The scene was filmed near a Chinese restaurant at 425 Gin Ling Way, Los Angeles. The restaurant, known as Hong Kong Café, has a rich history and is located in the heart of Chinatown, adding color and authenticity to the scene. The choice of this location is due to its position in a busy area with many people, allowing criminals to easily blend into the crowd after the robbery. Narrow streets and proximity to other establishments provide an opportunity for a quick getaway, which is critical for a successful crime.

Armored Car Office and Parking Lot

In the Movie

The scene where H and his colleagues discuss plans for future robberies. The atmosphere seems casual as the armored car guards share information about routes and potential targets, but H remains silent and listens intently, lost in thought. H's internal conflict becomes evident: he is not just doing his job but harboring his own plan for revenge for his son's death. The other guards discuss vulnerabilities in their operations, sharing experiences and joking about the risks of the profession. H uses this meeting as an opportunity to gather information about the criminals who killed his son.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 635 Mateo Street in Los Angeles. This building, constructed in 1929, originally served as the headquarters of Hills Bros Coffee and features a distinctive industrial style with exposed brick walls and arched windows. The location is in the Arts District, known for its creative atmosphere and many historic buildings. This adds authenticity to the scene, as the armored car guards discuss their plans in an environment that reflects the real life of the city. Additionally, the presence of nearby restaurants and commercial establishments provides a natural context for the armored car team's work, adding plausibility to their actions.