On Wednesday afernoon, the rain stopped and my friend Di Mackey and I watched a French crew filming scenes at a hotel/restaurant on a side street near Notre Dame. The footage will be part of an upcoming movie. Note the vintage clothing, newspaper and stacked wooden crates of mid-20th-century liquor and seltzer bottles.
The film crew discussing an upcoming scene. The vintage car and bicycles are props for the production. Alas, I had only my little pocket camera with me!
Taking a break to smoke. A few minutes later, the girl wearing white pumps crossed the street towards Notre Dame. Her pumps appeared too large and probably rubbed blisters on her heels, as she was walking with difficulty. Of course women in the '40s would have been wearing stockings, except when they were difficult to find during World War II.
A "Big Ben" British bicycle, leaned against a hitching post.
A vintage French bicycle used in the film's production.
Fun post Tara. When we were in Paris the last time, we witnessed a photo shoot with a model outside a cute little bistro. It was fun and drew quite a crowd!! We had been planning on eating at the place and had to come back another night.
Posted by: My Melange | 15 March 2009 at 04:12
That guy looking at you in the first pic looks like David. I was in New York when Goldie Hawn was filming, fascinating stuff though I was an extra once on a big movie as a favour to a friend who was the locations manager it was the most boring few days of my life, much better to watch than be part of.
Posted by: Di Overton | 10 March 2009 at 09:34
The bikes are to die for! ; ) I am looking at the hats on their heads. I even spotted a few scarves. My two favorite accessories to wear.
xo
Posted by: Christina | 08 March 2009 at 15:26
Somebody should have told her no wearing white shoes after Labor Day or before Easter! :) xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 07 March 2009 at 19:42
Wonderful images. I agree with Stephanie, do let us know if and when you discover which film that was.
Posted by: Relyn | 07 March 2009 at 19:34
What fun to stumble upon this! You'll have to let us know if you find out what the film is...
x..x
Posted by: stephanie | 07 March 2009 at 17:15
Those shoes :) It was a grand day out, nice capture.
xo
Posted by: Di | 07 March 2009 at 17:03
So interesting - especially re the shoes! Hope you and Di have / had a great time together.
Posted by: Kay | 07 March 2009 at 04:58
Isn't it a great car? There were two similar ones around the corner, viewed from another angle.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 06 March 2009 at 23:32
To look at the bike, it seems like fun. To ride it, apparently not so much. :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 06 March 2009 at 23:30
Thank you Rebekah. I think they refer to that bike as the "bone-cruncher." :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 06 March 2009 at 23:29
Helen, you should post those photos. That must have been so much fun! Lucky, lucky lady!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 06 March 2009 at 23:29
Love this! A few years ago I wandered into the latest Indiana Jones movie being made on and near the Yale Campus. Went back every day for a week.
The cast stayed in their vintage clothes all week and nearby storefronts were turned to the 1950's storefronts. The vintage vehicles were moved every day for various shots and walking through New Haven at night was one big party. I took many photos.
Movie making is magic! Thanks for the photos!
Posted by: Helen | 06 March 2009 at 23:05
This is so cool, Tara.
Posted by: Chris | 06 March 2009 at 22:34
thanks for the great photos
Posted by: Sparklemirror | 06 March 2009 at 19:02
Very cool pictures - whatever camera your eyes used to see through! Thanks for taking us along on your adventure. I agree with Dutchbaby, the British bike is such a treat to see.
Posted by: Rebekah | 06 March 2009 at 18:58
What a fun scene to stumble across. I love the car.
Posted by: Aimee | 06 March 2009 at 17:45
That's exciting!
Posted by: bella | 06 March 2009 at 16:45
What fun! Pocket camera is better than no camera. I'm sure glad you had it with you. The bicycle with the steering wheel is a scream.
Posted by: dutchbaby | 06 March 2009 at 14:49