A new movie set in Indy — kind of 🎥

A new movie set in Indy — kind of

Interior of gathering area in Asherwood Estate

Asherwood Estate looks straight out of a movie to us. | Photo via the Carrie Holle Group, Compass Real Estate

Though the advertised star of the “The Duel” is Dylan Sprouse (of Disney’s Suite Life of Zach and Cody), the real star seems to be Indy.

The Hoosier-made film was produced at several central Indiana locations, one of which you can grab a drink at tonight.

The movie

Coming in at around 90 minutes, the plot explores the implosion of a group of 20-something friends as they entangle themselves in romance. All this leads up to a duel (yes, the type of fight that was common in the 1800s), which takes place at an estate in “Mexico.” But really, it was shot right here. Expect comical moments as well as dramatic plot points.

Interior of the Inferno Room — We don’t know how exactly the Inferno Room will tie into the plot, but we can’t wait to find out. | Photo via @lanadelweiss

The locations

Asherwood Estate, Carmel
As we mentioned above, the 107-acre estate acts as an estate in Mexico where a pivotal moment in the film kicks off. In real life, the property, valued at $30 million, was sold in 2021 to be made into a 40-lot subdivision.

Inferno Room, Fountain Square
We’re not sure what role Inferno Room will play in the plot yet, but we know it’s supposed to represent a Los Angeles bar. We certainly don’t feel like we’re in Indy when we set foot in the tiki bar.

The old Peppy Grill, Fountain Square
Now it’s World Famous HotBoys, but at the time of filming, it was still a Peppy Grill location — err, we mean a spot in San Diego. Pro tip: Craving a classic Peppy burger? You can still stop by its spot near IUPUI’s campus.

Pigasus Pictures

The film company responsible for “The Duel” and several others, Pigasus Pictures, has made a name for itself on the national stage in recent years. From winning the Special Jury Prize at the San Sebastián Film Festival for its newest movie, “Runner,” to streaming other projects on Peacock and Amazon Prime, the team is putting Indiana on the map. You might remember seeing its recent thriller “So Cold the River” — which we gave you an inside look at last year.

The Pigasus team also shared the news that it will be filming a new feature in Gary, IN — the last we heard, they were looking for someone to donate an old car on its last legs to be the star of the movie.

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Monday, March 6

Changing Views: The Photography of Dorothea Lange Exhibit | Monday, March 6-Sunday, Aug. 6 | Times vary | Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Cost of admission | Explore the work of Dorothea Lange and her fellow documentary photographers in a traveling exhibition featuring 1930s photography.
Horizon League Basketball League Championships | Monday, March 6-Tuesday, March 7 | 12 p.m. | Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $30 | Eight teams — four men and four women — will look to #ReachTheHorizon at this two-day championship.

Wednesday, March 8

Dropkick Murphys | Wednesday, March 8 | 7 p.m. | Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis | $39.50-$59.50 | See the American Celtic punk band as Indy gears up for St. Patrick’s Day.

Thursday, March 9

Comedy Open Mic Night | Thursday, March 9 | 7-9 p.m. | North Mass Boulder, 1411 Roosevelt Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Bring your best material and put on a show at the gym’s first-ever open mic night with Jake J.

Friday, March 10

A Streetcar Named Desire | Friday, March 10-Sunday, March 19 | Times vary | IndyFringe, 719 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis | $18-$25 | Get a new perspective on the timeless classic that takes place during a period of change in America.

Saturday, March 11

Lucky Dog 5K | Saturday, March 11 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Military Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis | $45 | Run with your pet and don’t forget to grab a treat at the finish line.

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Weather

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Cause

Ascension St. Vincent Foundation’s largest fundraising campaign has been announced. Peyton Manning will serve as chair for the Care for Tomorrow Campaign — an effort to improve maternal and infant health in Indiana. The funds raised will build a facility in which health care providers can treat mothers and babies in one place. 👶 (WTHR)

Jobs

More than 190 jobs are coming to Greenwood, thanks to a $34 million proposed expansion for Swiss company Endress + Hauser. Plus, the state’s first net zero energy and net zero carbon buildings will be built for the global leader in measurement instrumentation. The new headquarters will be at U.S. 31 and Worthsville Road. 💼 (WRTV)

Edu

We can’t hold it back anymore. North Central High School just won the rights to produce “Frozen: The Broadway Musical” — the only school in the state to earn this honor. North Central had to present how it would use the production as a community engagement and inclusion opportunity. You can catch the show from October 27-November 4. ❄️ (WRTV)

Seasonal

The Parks Alliance has partnered with Frank’s Paddlesports Livery to provide Hoosiers with an opportunity to go on their next river adventure. Frank’s is a canoe, kayak, and paddleboard provider that gives tours and instruction, aiming to offer equitable river access. You can start scheduling floats along the White River in May. 🛶

Asked

A bill moving through the New Mexico legislature would make it the first state in the country to have its own official aroma. This news got us thinking: what would Indy’s official aroma be? Give us your two scents. We might share it in an upcoming newsletter. 👃

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Events

Local hip-hop trio 81355 is making moves

Local musician Oreo Jones presenting to a crowd

One-third of 81355, Oreo Jones, giving a talk about his work with a Kan-Kan crowd. | Photo by INDYtoday team

Beloved local hip-hop trio 81355 (pronounced “bless”) is hitting the big stage at the South by Southwest Festival this year, in addition to performing a show here in Indy at the Old National Centre on Friday, March 10 and bringing back a popular music fest.

The musicians — Oreo Jones, Sirius Blvck, and Sedcairn Archives — have seen lots of success after landing a record deal with music label 37d03d, founded by members of Bon Iver and The National. They will be playing a number of performances at the Austin, TX festival, most likely including tracks from their new album “All That It Takes.”

Plus, we got a scoop that Indy’s biggest hip-hop festival created by Oreo Jones, Chreece, is coming back after a three-year hiatus on Saturday, August 26. In the past, the festival has featured 60+ local musicians and bigger acts during an all-day event at multiple Fountain Square venues.

ICYMI: We put together a playlist of some of Indy’s most popular musicians — start listening local. Need an intro to a couple of them? We’ve got you covered there, too.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Anna.

Editor’s pick: I’m still thinking about the opportunity City Editor Nicole and I had to visit the location of Pigasus Picture’s “So Cold the River” last year. We drove down to West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick and even got to ask star Bethany Joy-Lenz a question. If you want a little slice of what our day was like, check out our reel.

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