We've been watching The Wire from the beginning for the past few days, and we're officially hooked. It's a gritty drama that is applauded for its accurate portrayal of Baltimore's law enforcement and drug dealings in the ghetto. So imagine watching an episode or two of The Wire, and then following that up with this fluffy Baltimore-based movie, He's Just Not That Into You. A completely different portrayal of Baltimore, to say the least! Well, even though we weren't huge fans of this movie, we did find the sets to be...dare we say it? Accurate for a few well-to-do thirtysomethings? Take a look at three of the set after the jump and see if you agree with our assessment...
On the Set: He's Just Not That Into You
Gigi's Apartment
What we noticed the most about Gigi's red-hued apartment was that it seemed like it was decorated with Craigslist finds mixed with mainstream pieces, like Crate and Barrel and Pottery Barn. We love the vintage 50's dining table (which doubles as a desk) matched with red iron-wrought patio chairs.
Neil and Beth's Loft
Neil and Beth's loft feels like it's in a transition phase: It's filled with cast-offs from relatives and relics from their own days of singlehood...but they've just begun replacing the old with the new slowly, purchasing classic pieces (like their dining set) and artwork.
The standby trick to laying out a loft? Using rugs to designate different spaces.
A cozy, compact kitchen. We love this color combination of seafoam green with black and white.
Janine and Ben's Townhouse
Portrayed as the most financially successful of the couples, Janine and Ben are remodeling their new townhouse throughout the entire film. This picture perfect home may not have the warmth and charm of the other two sets pictured here, but it's got some nice modern details.
These frosted glass panels/shelving units reach from the floor to the ceiling and are used throughout the home.
The open layout of each floor encourages an easy flow from one room to the next.
A floating staircase gives the living room an airy yet industrial feeling.
The upstairs bedroom is split into two sections: the sleeping area and the den.
The other side of the bedroom leads to the vanity area and bathroom.
Set Decoration by K.C. Fox, Art Direction by Andrew M. Cahn
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(Images: Warner Bros. Pictures)
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I was enamored with the living spaces the entire time. I also like the space that Justin Long's character played. Especially the industrial-like kitchen!
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I didn't think it was possible but I hated that movie more than Mama Mia.
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I haven't seen the movie but those sets do seem very realistic
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I just On Demand-ed that movie 2 nights ago and spent the whole time drooling over the decor (and coming to the realization that my boyfriend of 2 years Might Not Be That Into Me! Ooof.)
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thanks! love these set-revisits.
Recently I saw P.S. I love you -- the the female protagonist complained about the apartment being small the entire time -- but it was really really adorable.
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Where can I get that blue sofa?????
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Okay, I saw this DVD at the supermarket and I was tempted because of the great cast -- and now I want to see the apartments. Is this a potential cult classic or a really bad movie that sank at the box office because it was a really bad movie?
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AustinSarah, I'd have to say it was excruciating watching this movie. Ginnifer Goodwin's character Gigi was probably worst (although she had a very cute wardrobe). Probably not cult classic material--not even in the guilty pleasure category.
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Cult classic? LOL, I seriously doubt that. It was a bad movie because it totally negated the whole point of the book, but I guess no one wants a dose of harsh reality when they go to the movie theaters.
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funny to see this post now. ever since i saw that movie, i've been searching high and low for screencaps of jennifer connelly and bradley cooper's apartment. i lurve those shelves. and the mirror (not shown here).
comicgeek, mamma mia is the most loatheful movie of 2008.
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Not a cult classic hello ScarJos acting!
There was a piece of artwork that hung in Jennifer Aniston and Ben Affleck’s apartment in the movie that had the word “should” written all over it. If you have any information on that piece, please e-mail me.
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The movie was pretty bad. I mean it wasn't the worst thing ever, but pretty bad, fairly incoherent, and somewhat misogynist. I liked the Drew Barrymore character pretty well though.
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I was looking for a movie to watch online tonight. Maybe I'll give this one a go.
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Baileyb -- it's not even good enough for that. Good decor eye-candy and that's about it. Misogynistic, uno riginal, and generally mind-numbing. Cosmo meets pop-psychology and they give dating advice for poor single girls who obviously have something wrong with them because they're single and lonely.
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oohhh, just saw this movie and was hoping there would be a posting here about it! LOVED Janine and Ben's kitchen. Anyone know where to get the orange vertical shelf in ScarJo's bedroom?
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I have to admit, that this movie was dreadful, but I did enjoy looking at all the homes of the characters.
liddybird: I loved the apartment in PS I love you...unfortunately that movie was also terrible...still worth watching for that cute apartment though.
Speaking of movies...I'm searching for screenshots from the 60's film Sunday in New York starring Jane Fonda. The apartment in that film was drool worthy.
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I don't have anything constructive to say about the decorating. I'm just here to say The Wire is one of the best television shows ever made.
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samanthalous:
all of that art is available at ghettogloss (silverlake, los angeles)! ghettogloss.com
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--it's a gallery/cleared rentals.
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the best part of the movie was the sets, the whole time i was watching the movie i was thinking about the homes and the setting. i thought they reflected the characters really well. their styles, ideas, socioeconomic level, employment. and is baltimore that lively?
most of the characters were ok but predictable and some of the issues made sense because they came from the book. too bad gigi was the most stupid and annoying character ever. no one is that idiotic. ugh.
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Ben Affleck was the only character I related to and liked...up until the end. Talk about tacked on. The movie was just really bad, stereotypical, added nothing new to the conversation of love and dating. Except that maybe being the other woman is actually something a bimbo should strive for?
The sets were really cute. I loved Janine's townhouse and Justin Long had an awesome apartment too.
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i loved the movie. and the sets.
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Terrible movie, but I agree on the sets! I loved Scarlett Johansson's character's apartment (which is lacking in this post! :P) - it was awesome.
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