The film was shot in Chad, New York, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The crew used a variety of locations: from the natural landscapes of Chad to the bustling streets of New York and Philadelphia. The chosen locations met the script's requirements and allowed conveying the characteristic features of each region, ensuring an authentic depiction and high quality of the final material.

Filming Locations:

Vanderbilt Avenue

In the Movie

Scene where Andre leaves the station, trying to figure out how the puzzle pieces fit together.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on the street, at the exit of New York's Grand Central Terminal.

Grand Central Station - Terminal

In the Movie

Scene where Andre asks Frankie for a phone to figure out what just happened.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the main concourse of New York's Grand Central Terminal.

Brooklyn Navy Yard

In the Movie

Scene where Andre recalls his childhood, looking at the New York skyline.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the Brooklyn Navy Yard (originally known as the New York Navy Yard) - a shipyard and industrial complex located in northwestern Brooklyn, New York. The 225.15-acre (91.11 ha) site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Brooklyn Navy Yard was established in 1801. From the early 1810s until the 1960s, it was an active shipyard for the United States Navy.

Tinto

In the Movie

Scene where Ray and Michael confront the manager of Mosto Tom when they try to rob the establishment.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in a vacant space on 20th South Street near downtown Philadelphia.

St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church

In the Movie

Scene where Young Andre at his father's funeral, who was a police officer.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at St. Augustine's Church, located in center city Philadelphia.

Brooklyn Bridge

In the Movie

Scene where it plays a key role in the lockdown conditions when authorities restrict movement in and out of Manhattan. The bridge area becomes an arena for tense moments of organizing the pursuit, coordinating patrols, and the feeling that the city is sealed off during an urgent chase.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the famous 19th-century suspension bridge connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn over the East River. It is a major New York City landmark with elevated pedestrian walkways, heavy vehicle lanes, and recognizable stone towers that often appear in film and television, providing a recognizable backdrop for many stories.

Nightclub, 18 Little West 12th Street

In the Movie

Scene where night episodes use the club atmosphere to show how the chase intersects with crowded social spaces. The location allows filming controlled entrances, tense interactions at doors, and the growing urgency as suspects disappear into the city's nightlife.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at an address in the Meatpacking District, near the High Line area, surrounded by nightclubs, cobblestone streets, and heavy pedestrian traffic. The street geometry and club context are practical for filming night scenes with controlled crowds and vehicle access, providing an authentic and atmospheric location.

Captain McKenna's House, 277 Stratford Road and Slocum Place, Ditmas Park, Brooklyn

In the Movie

Scene where the plot briefly moves to a private, residential setting associated with a high-ranking police character, creating a calmer atmosphere for conversations and decision-making. The location helps highlight personal stakes away from the city chase.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at a residential corner in the Ditmas Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, characterized by tree-lined streets and detached houses typical of early 20th-century suburban style. The quieter setting sharply contrasts with the Midtown and downtown filming locations, offering a unique atmosphere for storytelling.

Washington Street (between Gansevoort Street and Little West 12th Street)

In the Movie

Scene where action and street-level movement unfold along this corridor as officers regroup and suspects try to slip through busy blocks. The distance between intersections helps show quick tactical changes and the complexity of sealing off every route.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on a short stretch in Manhattan's Meatpacking District with characteristic block layout, mixed industrial-commercial buildings, and frequent nighttime traffic. It offers clear lines for filming movement, organizing foot chases, and positioning police cars at intersections, creating an ideal backdrop for dynamic urban scenes.

Grand Central Terminal Entrance, 42nd Street and Vanderbilt Avenue

In the Movie

Scene where officers and vehicles converge during the chase, their arrivals timed to changing leads. The entrance setting facilitates quick exchanges of information, surveillance-style observation, and the feeling that the net around the suspects is tightening near key exits.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at a prominent street-level entrance area on Vanderbilt Avenue next to Grand Central, surrounded by office towers, constant pedestrian flow, and numerous curbside drop-off and pick-up points. Its good visibility and convenient access roads help in filming police cars, arrivals, and departures, making it an ideal location for dynamic scenes.