Pershing Square is a public park located in the heart of LA. The square started here in 1866 as La Plaza Abaja, but it has undergone several name changes. In 1918 it was renamed Pershing Square. That was to honor General John J. Pershing, a World War I hero.
The Millennium Biltmore Hotel LA // Ghostbusters
In Ghostbusters the team arrives at the lobby of so-called Sedgewick Hotel in New York. In fact, this scene was filmed here at the famous Millennium Biltmore Hotel. Peter Venkman (Bill Murray), Ray Stantz (Dan Aykroyd) and Egon Spengler (Harold Ramis) enter by using the 5th Street entrance.
Citygroup Center // Heat
The scene from the suspenseful thriller Heat at this location begins with Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro) and his team leaving the Far East National Bank after a meticulously planned robbery. As they exit the building, they encounter a police ambush led by Detective Vincent Hanna (Al Pacino). What follows is an intense six-minute shootout, widely regarded as one of the most realistic in cinema history. It all ends at Union Bank Plaza, two blocks up the road, where Vincent Hanna dangerously ends a hostage situation.
Angel's Knoll // (500) Days of Summer
In (500) Days of Summer, Tom Hansen (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and Summer Finn (Zooey Deschanel) sit on a bench in the park at Angel's Knoll. Tom describes it as his favorite spot, explaining how people should appreciate the beauty of Los Angeles.
Angels Flight Railway Stairs // La La Land
In La La Land, Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and Mia (Emma Stone) share a brief but very romantic moment on the wonderful Angels Flight.
Grand Central Market // La La Land
In La La Land, Mia (Emma Stone) and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) have a date inside the historic Grand Central Market. The couple enjoys traditional pupusas at Sarita's Pupuseria, a Salvadorian restaurant in the market. The scene really captures the energy and diversity of the market which was built in 1917.
The Bradbury Building // Blade Runner
In the movie classic Blade Runner from 1982, the iconic Bradbury Building serves as the eerie residence of a genetic designer in a dystopian 2019 Los Angeles. Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) hunts for replicants in the building. The classical climax of the film, in which Deckard has to fight Roy Batty (Rutger Hauer), also takes place here.
The Second Street Tunnel // Independence Day
The 1,500-foot-long tunnel, constructed between 1916 and 1924, is known for its glossy, white-glazed tiles that create a unique lighting effect. Ironically, it's been described as "the most recognizable city landmark most Americans have never heard of".
Walt Disney Concert Hall // Iron Man
In Iron Man, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) unexpectedly arrives at a charity ball held at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in a beautiful car. The scene showcases the dazzling, stainless steel exterior of this landmark designed by the legendary architect Frank Gehry.
Arthur J. Will Memorial Fountain // Pretty Woman
The Arthur J. Will Memorial Fountain - dedicated to the man who played a pivotal role in the development of Los Angeles County's Civic Center - makes a brief appearance in Pretty Woman. Toward the end of the film, Edward Lewis (Richard Gere) and Vivian Ward (Julia Roberts) are seen strolling through the park, with Vivian walking on the fountain’s rim.
Gloria Molina Grand Park // (500) Days of Summer
The iconic dance sequence in (500) Days of Summer takes place in this park. As Tom (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) walks to work after spending the night with Summer (Zooey Deschanel), he breaks into a joyful dance routine set to Hall & Oates' "You Make My Dreams Come True".
Civic Center - Grand Park Station // Captain Marvel
In Captain Marvel, there's a scene where Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) emerges from the Civic Center/Grand Park Metro Station in pursuit of a Skrull. In other words: an alien. At the same time, Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) must fight off another Skrull impersonating Agent Coulson (Clark Gregg). Fury crashes his car near the Grand Park Station entrance in pursuit of - you guessed it right - Carol Danvers.
Los Angeles City Hall // Gangster Squad
In Gangster Squad City Hall serves as the headquarters for Chief Parker (Nick Nolte), who assigns Sergeant John O'Mara (Josh Brolin) the task of assembling a team to dismantle Mickey Cohen's criminal empire. The building features in a scene where Parker addresses the press.
