All interior scenes were filmed at the Paramount lot, except the ballroom scene. The ballroom, as well as two driveway exteriors, were filmed on location at a mansion in South Pasadena, California. This site was destroyed in a fire on October 5, 2005. The driveway and fountain were recreated on the Paramount lot and used for most shots, including the guests' arrivals. Exterior shots of the South Pasadena mansion were enhanced with matte paintings to make the house appear much larger; these were executed by matte artist Syd Dutton in consultation with Albert Whitlock.
All interior scenes were filmed at the Paramount lot, except the ballroom scene. The ballroom, as well as two driveway exteriors, were filmed on location at a mansion in South Pasadena, California. This site was destroyed in a ,fire on October 5, 2005. The driveway and fountain were recreated on the Paramount lot and used for most shots including the guests' arrivals. Exterior shots of the South Pasadena mansion were enhanced with matte paintings to make the house appear much larger; these were executed by matte artist Syd Dutton in consultation with Albert Whitlock.