Movie filmed in Indianola?

The city received a request today from filmmakers to intermittently (5 minute periods) close Hwy 92 from Hwy 65/69 to Howard on December 15. They were not too open about the movie but did indicate the star was actor Ray Liotta (gang leader in Wild Hogs). The movie apparently is about domestic violence and some of the shots will be filmed in the A&W Restaurant.

The city intends to cooperate with the filmmaker’s request and will have officers at Hwy 65/69, 1st Street and Howard to control traffic. Affected property owners will also be contacted as will the IDOT.

When asked “why Indianola”, the response was it’s hometown charm. However, it was recent State legislation providing significant tax incentives that brought them to Iowa.

Whatever the reason, we are hopeful Indianola will get some good publicity if and when the movie hits the screens.