Where was Let it Snow filmed? All filming locations explored

Modified Nov 09, 2024 17:38 GMT

Let It Snow premiered on Netflix on November 8, 2019, offering viewers a charming Christmas romantic comedy. This film is set in a made-up town in Illinois, but it was all filmed in Ontario, Canada, which has beautiful scenery and a cozy winter feel. Beautiful snowy scenes in places like Brantford, Toronto and Millbrook bring the holiday spirit to life and give the movie the small-town, wintry feel it needs for its cozy Christmas story.

Ontario's scenic locations in the film stand in for Illinois. In Let It Snow, a group of high school friends experience a series of unexpected events during a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. The film depicts a perfect holiday setting at Brantford's Johnny Be Good Diner, Pinewood Toronto Studios and Millbrook's charming outdoor areas.

These settings grounded the plot and strengthened character relationships in winter. Filming for Let It Snow started on February 1, 2019, and concluded on March 29, 2019

The film’s festive settings in Ontario amplify the warmth and humor of the plot. From the quiet charm of Millbrook to the bustling city scenes in Toronto, the filming locations play a key role in making Let It Snow memorable.

Filming locations of Let It Snow explored

The 2019 Netflix movie was filmed all over Ontario, Canada. Some of the most important scenes were filmed in Brantford, Toronto and Millbrook. Each location added to the realism of the winter story and made the screen feel like a magical holiday place.

The team chose these places because they were cheap and had snowy landscapes. Here's a detailed look at the places where Let It Snow was filmed and how they added to the movie's warm holiday mood.

Brantford, Ontario

Brantford was one of the main filming locations because its old buildings and winter scenery made it a great place to shoot. The Johnny Be Good Diner on Paris Road in Brantford was turned into "Waffle Town," the diner where many important scenes take place.

This cozy diner was where the characters met, which let their friendships and budding romances happen naturally. The movie had got more festive feeling because of the city's charm and the cold winter weather.

Toronto, Ontario

The movie was mostly set in Toronto, and most of the filming took place at Pinewood Toronto Studios in Port Lands. Here, indoor scenes were made, giving the filmmakers the freedom to give the characters warm, cozy holiday homes.

There was also a Christmas market in Toronto's Allan Gardens, resulting in the holiday atmosphere being more lively. The movie had a busy city feel due to its many locations in Toronto. Brantford and Millbrook, meanwhile, had a more rural feel.

Millbrook, Ontario

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The snowy scenes that were important to the story could be filmed in Millbrook's beautiful outdoors. Millbrook was used to play parts of Illinois in the movie. It's known for its cute streets and beautiful scenery.

The peaceful scenery of the town went well with the emotional journeys of characters like Julie and Stuart, who become close while walking in the snow. Millbrook's quiet charm created a romantic setting, which was important for the story's theme of holiday connections.

Plot of Let It Snow

Waffle Town, Let It Snow filming location (Image via Netflix)

The film follows several interconnected stories set in the fictional town of Laurel, Illinois, on Christmas Eve. The story begins when Julie, a local teen, meets pop star Stuart Bale on a snow-stranded train. They get off together, and, after a reluctant lunch at Waffle Town, Julie and Stuart start bonding.

While Julie considers delaying her college plans to care for her ailing mother, Stuart encourages her to chase her dreams, leading to a heartfelt connection between the two.

Meanwhile, Dorrie, who works at Waffle Town, juggles her friendships and her new relationship with cheerleader Kerry, who at first tries to hide the fact that they are dating. Young Tobin, meanwhile, has a tough time telling his best friend Angie, also known as "The Duke," how he feels. The night is full of accidents and funny moments, especially after Tobin and Angie get lost at a party.

Another friend, Keon, plans a party to impress a DJ, but his plans get messed up. But as the night goes on, all of the friends end up at Keon's party, where feelings and problems that haven't been talked about come to the surface. It's a beautiful story about friendship, love and holiday cheer, with characters who find comfort and happiness in each other's company.

Cast of Let It Snow

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The film's talented ensemble cast brings the story's touching characters to life. Keirnan Shipka plays Angie (The Duke), while Isabela Merced plays Julie Reyes, a character who has to make a tough decision about her future. The pop star Stuart Bale, played by Shameik Moore, becomes Julie's love interest.

Liv Hewson plays Dorrie, who has to deal with dating and friendship issues; Jacob Batalon plays Keon, a friend whose party is where the movie's main event takes place. All of the actors bring something charming and relatable to the movie, which makes it feel more festive and romantic.

Let It Snow's holiday theme and festive scenery perfectly convey love and friendship. The movie creates a magical Christmas atmosphere with its thoughtfully chosen Ontario settings.

Every place reflects the season's warmth and joy, from Brantford's cozy diner to Toronto's busy streets and Millbrook's peaceful snow scenes. As a beloved holiday film, it blends romance and friendship in a beautiful winter wonderland.

Let It Snow is available to stream on Netflix.