Exploring the Filming Locations of E.T: A Nostalgic Adventure

TLDRJoin us on a nostalgic adventure as we explore the filming locations of the beloved movie E.T. Discover the iconic sites, relive memorable scenes, and get a glimpse of how the locations have changed over the years.

Key insights

🚲The artist took creative liberties with the E.T. street art, incorporating elements like a moon business logo and a shopping cart instead of a bicycle.

🌳Many of the filming locations for E.T. can be found in Southern California, particularly in Los Angeles.

🎃The Halloween scene in E.T. was filmed in a neighborhood cul-de-sac, where Elliot and his friends gather for trick-or-treating.

🚗One of the most memorable scenes in E.T. involves Michael riding his bicycle to save E.T., followed closely by the government agents.

🐛The iconic caterpillar jungle gym seen in E.T. is still standing at the park filming location, providing a nostalgic reminder of the movie.

Q&A

Where were the filming locations for E.T.?

Most of the filming locations for E.T. can be found in Southern California, particularly in the Los Angeles area.

What was the significance of the caterpillar jungle gym in the movie?

The caterpillar jungle gym was a memorable location in E.T. where Elliott and his friends meet up and where E.T. is hidden during the film.

Were any scenes from E.T. filmed in Northern California?

Yes, some scenes from E.T. were filmed in Northern California, but for this video, we focused on the filming locations in Southern California.

How have the filming locations changed since the making of E.T.?

Since the making of E.T., some locations have changed, with new buildings and landscaping. However, many key elements of the filming locations can still be recognized today.

Does the original E.T. street art still exist?

The original E.T. street art may no longer exist, as the artist often takes creative liberties and the artwork may have been removed or painted over.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Introduction: Exploring the filming locations of the beloved movie E.T.

05:32Elliott's House: Explore the iconic house where many scenes from E.T. were filmed, including memorable bike rides and encounters with E.T.

09:23The Cliffside: Discover the location where E.T. and his friends watch the government agents arrive in town, capturing that sense of adventure and mystery.

11:52The Caterpillar: Visit the park where the famous caterpillar jungle gym still stands, bringing back nostalgic memories of E.T.'s hiding spot.

13:26The Bike Chase: Relive the thrilling bicycle chase scene as Michael rides through the neighborhood, followed closely by government agents.

16:54The Park Encounter: Take a trip to the park where Elliott and his friends meet up, creating unforgettable moments under the starry night sky.