The film was shot primarily in Manhattan and its surroundings, using recognizable New York City landmarks alongside improvised interiors to convey a gritty street horror story. The production contrasts tourist-famous exteriors with rough everyday streets and small building entrances, then moves to controlled interior spaces built in a private loft. This mix allows the film to quickly shift between public chaos and claustrophobic tension without leaving New York.

Filming Locations:

Statue of Liberty

In the Movie

Scene where an iconic harbor shot establishes New York as the setting with one clear image; the island and statue serve as a geographical shorthand, contrasting with the darker, tighter urban interiors elsewhere.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, reached by ferry and offering waterfront walks with views of Manhattan. The island's open sightlines, controlled access, and the statue's silhouette make it an easy location for 'New York Harbor' establishing shots.

Times Square

In the Movie

Scene where the street environment around the Midtown Manhattan intersection creates a fast and recognizable New York atmosphere with movement through crowded public spaces; the shots use real pedestrian flow, bright signage, and neighboring blocks to convey the city's intensity.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the densely populated commercial district at the intersection of Broadway and Seventh Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, with huge LED screens, constant pedestrian flow, and heavy traffic. It is one of New York's most filmed public places, providing an instantly recognizable urban backdrop at almost any time of day.