The film was shot primarily on real streets, parks, cafes, and waterfronts of New York City to keep the story grounded and immediate. The locations support a modern, everyday look as the characters go through classes, late-night conversations, and impulsive walks, contrasting ordinary city routines with the urgency of limited time. The mix of Manhattan and Brooklyn locations helps the relationship feel lived-in rather than staged.

Filming Locations:

26 New Dock Street, Brooklyn (New Dock Street)

In the Movie

Scene where a street-level New York moment that benefits from the calm industrial Brooklyn backdrop, giving the characters space away from crowds. The neighborhood's practical architecture and subdued street activity help the film feel contemporary and lived-in rather than like a postcard view.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 26 New Dock Street is a real address in Brooklyn used as a grounded, non-touristy exterior. The area consists of an active waterfront and converted industrial blocks with wide streets, loading dock-style buildings, and long sightlines that look good on camera.

Tompkins Square Park, East 7th Street and Avenue A, Manhattan (Tompkins Square Park)

In the Movie

Scene where a casual open space where characters can talk, walk, or pause in a public place without feeling staged. The recognizable East Village look supports the everyday rhythm of New York, with passersby and greenery in the background softening the tone.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Tompkins Square Park is a large public park in the East Village of Manhattan, surrounded by residential streets and local shops. It features mature trees, open lawns, seating areas, and pathways, making it suitable for naturalistic filming of walks and conversations from various angles.

Clock Tower, 346 Broadway and Leonard Street, Manhattan (346 Broadway)

In the Movie

Scene where a street-level urban episode using a highly recognizable architectural marker to place the characters in Lower Manhattan. The presence of the clock tower emphasizes the temporal aspect of the narrative without needing dialogue, while remaining a practical street location.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Clock Tower building at 346 Broadway is a protected landmark of cast iron and brick masonry in Tribeca with a prominent clock mechanism. Its corner location and distinctive facade create a strong establishing visual, while the surrounding streets offer classic Lower Manhattan architecture.

Brownstone Henry, 38 Garden Place and State Street, Brooklyn (38 Garden Place)

In the Movie

Scene where an exterior used as a character's home base, supporting scenes of arrivals, departures, and quieter emotional transitions. The brownstone facade and stoop create a natural stage for short conversations, reflective pauses, and everyday continuity.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 38 Garden Place is located on a short, secluded block in Brooklyn Heights near State Street, lined with historic row houses and mature street trees. On camera, the location feels private and residential, with classic brownstone details, stoops, and muted street noise.