Where was Argo filmed?

The airport scene at what was supposed to be Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport was shot at the LA/Ontario International Airport, which is actually located in the city of Ontario, a city in San Bernardino County, California (not in Ontario, Canada). -IMDB.com See video of the real people behind the Argo movie.

Is Argo based on a true story?

The Argo true story reveals that the Americans first attempted to walk to the British embassy compound that was 20 minutes away. Actor Victor Garber (left) portrays Canadian Ambassador Ken Taylor (right).

Is the Argo movie poster real?

Argo movie poster that appeared as a full-page ad in Variety. Yes. In order to add credibility to the fake production, Tony’s team, working in secrecy alongside his Hollywood consultants, arranged for full-page ads to appear in Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, two well-respected trade publications. The actual ad is pictured at right.

What was the incident at the counter in the movie Argo?

There was a moment when someone at a counter did walk away with papers that belonged to a member of the group like in the movie, but the employee only stepped away to get a cup of tea and returned shortly. There was no need to further present a letter from the Ministry of Culture like in the movie. -Argo: Inside Story