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'I'll Have What She's Having': The Role of the Diner in American Film
From 'When Harry Met Sally' to 'Mulholland Drive,' some of cinema's most memorable scenes have been set in American diners. These all-American eating establishments are enjoying a moment in the spotlight thanks to the centenary of Route 66, the legendary Chicago to California highway that was once dotted with traditional diners. Tom Brook has been exploring what these places have contributed to classic American cinema.
PHOTO: 'When Harry Met Sally' Columbia Pictures
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