Okay, let's talk about The Sex Lives of College Girls. You know, the show that makes college life seem a *lot* more glamorous than my ramen-fueled reality ever was?
The big question on everyone's mind (besides, you know, who's hooking up with whom) is: where do they actually *film* this thing?
Not Your Average Dorm Room
Spoiler alert: they don't actually film at a real college! Imagine trying to coordinate filming around midterms and noisy study groups. Nightmare fuel!
Instead, a lot of the show's magic happens in a studio. Think massive sound stages and carefully constructed sets. It's Hollywood, baby!
Specifically, the show is primarily filmed at the Warner Bros. Studios in Los Angeles. Classic!
But Wait, There's More!
While the studio provides the backdrop for most of the indoor scenes, they do venture out into the real world. Remember those picturesque campus shots?
Some of those scenes were filmed at actual colleges. Location scouts are sneaky like that.
Though it's not *all* done in LA, let's just say the bulk of it is. Those exteriors do look like University of Southern California, though nothing is confirmed.
The Illusion of Essex College
Essex College itself? Sadly, it doesn't exist. It's a fictional creation, a perfectly curated blend of collegiate charm and quirky character.
The creators, including the amazing
Mindy Kaling, clearly had a vision. And they nailed it! From the ivy-covered walls to the (probably) overpriced coffee shop, Essex feels incredibly real.
It's all movie magic, folks. Don't go applying to Essex anytime soon. (Though I kind of wish I could!)
My Unpopular Opinion:
Honestly, I'm glad they film on a set. Imagine the chaos of trying to film in a real dorm room! Sticky floors and questionable smells? No thanks!
Plus, the lighting is probably way better on a set. Nobody wants to watch a show where everyone looks like they haven't slept in days (even if that *is* accurate for college life).
And let's be real, the fake college probably has better snacks. Priorities, people! The snack budget is clearly a priority for Warner Bros.
So There You Have It!
The next time you're watching The Sex Lives of College Girls, remember it's all smoke and mirrors. Well, maybe not smoke. Probably just a really good lighting crew and a whole lot of caffeine.
Enjoy the show, laugh along with the characters, and maybe even reminisce about your own (hopefully less dramatic) college days.
Just don't expect to find Essex College on a map. And maybe lower your expectations for dorm room cleanliness. Trust me on that one.
