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'Last Chance Harvey's' Tour of London

January 23, 2009 at 11:29 AM | by cmb | 0 Comments

"Last Chance Harvey", otherwise known as "Before Sunrise" for Baby Boomers, opens in theaters nationwide today. The movie is about Harvey (Dustin Hoffman), a jingle writer in London for his estranged daughter's wedding while back home his career is falling apart. He meets Kate (Emma Thompson), who works in Heathrow Airport surveying passengers about their flight, in an airport bar and the two quickly get wrapped up in a not so typical romance. Here’s a guide to Kate and Harvey's London.

Where to Stay:
The wedding scene in "Last Chance Harvey" was filmed in the Grosvenor House Hotel's ballroom. The hotel was built in 1929, but recently re-opened after thorough renovations. It is the quintessential British hotel combining the past with modern updates. The Marriott-family hotel is frequented by royalty, celebrities and business leaders looking for luxury while staying in London.

What to See:
Much of film (at least much of the film’s preview) happens while Harvey and Kate are walking around London, presumably sharing their life’s disappointments. At one point they wonder through the grounds of the Somerset House. The Somerset House sits between the Strand and the River Thames offering pleasant views of their 55 fountains that dance in the courtyard during the summer and ice skaters playing on London’s most popular skate rink in the winter. This majestic neo-classical building also features film, art, music and family events throughout the year. It is a perfect spot to sit and reflect as Harvey and Kate do in the film.

Kate and Harvey also walk through Belsize Park in the London Borough of Camden. Belsize Park is very fashionable. Part of the attraction of this area is that it is within walking distance of some of the best parks in London. There is also an abundance of exclusive shops and restaurants throughout the district making it a nice area for walking and window shopping.

Where to Eat:
Belsize Park has plenty of restaurants nearby to satisfy any taste. Two of the most popular with locals are The Stag on Fleet Rd and Meghna on Heath Street.

Meghna serves fine Indian food in an elegant setting. Their specialty is a chicken dish that is mildly flavored in a succulent creamy sauce and garnished with nuts. If you are interested in lighter fare, they also serve tapas and cocktails on a rooftop terrace.

The Stag is a casual pub that serves excellent dinners and snacks. For those interested in dining outdoors, they have a large garden with some covered areas. The Stag is also family friendly welcoming kids of all ages.

Related Stories:
· Last Chance Harvey Locations [Visit Britain]
· Last Chance Harvey Locations [IMDb]
· Movie Set Travel coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: MLive]

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