Ten years ago, Out of the Furnace — a star-studded feature film shot in Pittsburgh’s small but iconic Rust Belt town of Braddock, Pa — was released.

Written and directed by Scott Cooper and premiering on December 6, 2013, the film stars Christian Bale as Russell Baze, a hardworking steel mill worker who lives in Braddock.

The film is an emotionally gripping drama that skillfully explores themes of family, loyalty, justice, and revenge. The story unfolds when Russell’s younger brother, Rodney, portrayed by Casey Affleck, returns from serving in Iraq, dealing with the trauma of war. Other notable characters are played by actors Woody Harrelson, William Dafoe, Zoe Saldana, Forest Whitaker, Sam Shepherd, and Tom Bower.

Set in 2008 against the backdrop of a declining industrial town in Pennsylvania, the film paints a stark picture of economic hardship and the struggles of the working class. Braddock, a former steel town, plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative. The rusting steel mills and dilapidated buildings capture Braddock’s desolation, creating a metaphor for hardships the Baze family has faced. Cooper chose Braddock and Carrie Furnace in an attempt to authentically convey the harsh realities of post-industrial America. The town becomes a character in itself, and is referred to several times throughout the film.

Braddock, North Braddock and Rankin make up the 15104 zip code. In the film, Russell Baze (Christian Bale) has a tattoo of 15104 on his neck, a nod to Braddock’s then-mayor (now U.S. Senator) John Fetterman, who has the same design on his forearm.

Over the years, Braddock has played host to a multitude of TV shows and movies, transforming its streets into a cinematic canvas that adds depth and character to the screenplays. Most recently, Braddock and the local bar featured in Out of the Furnace, Dante Club of Rankin, have provided sets for the productions of Rustin (Netflix), Mayor of Kingston (Paramount) and The Deliverance (Netlix).

Talbot Ave., Braddock Pa., with the Edgar S. Thompson Steel Mill in the background.
Driving scene. Christian Bale’s character, Russell Baze, works at the mill and drives through Braddock.
Braddock, Pa.
Walking scene. Russell Baze (Christian Bale) leaving his job for the day at the mill.
Bell Ave., North Braddock
Park scene
Exterior of the North Braddock Borough building
Police station scene. Russell Baze (Christian Bale) exiting the police station.
Current police vehicle for the North Braddock police.
The movie utilized the town name and police vehicles from North Braddock.
Kirkpatrick St., North Braddock
The view of the mill from the yard of the Baze family home. Many scenes take place inside the Baze home.
Kirkpatrick St., North Braddock.
Street view of the Baze family home.
Kirkpatrick St., North Braddock.
Exterior of the Baze family home.
Interior of the living room area
Home scene. Russell Baze (Christian Bale) visits his ailing Father (Bingo O’Malley) in their family home with his Uncle Red (Sam Shepherd) reading a newspaper.
Interior of the hallway
Hallway scene. Russell Baze (Christian Bale) standing in the doorway looking out onto the street.
Interior of the Living Room
Rodney Baze (Casey Affleck) sleeping on the couch.
Interior of the kitchen
Russell Baze (Christian Bale) in the kitchen of the Baze family home
Interior of the kitchen entrance
Rodney Baze (Casey Affleck) walking into the kitchen.
The wall phone hanging strong.
Phone call scene. Russell Baze (Christian Bale) repeatedly slams the phone after receiving bad news.
Monongahela Cemetery, North Braddock, Pa.
The cemetery where the Baze parents are buried.
Dante’s Club (formerly Hidy’s Café), Rankin, Pa.
The exterior of the bar where many scenes take place.
Dante’s Club (formerly Hidy’s Café), Rankin, Pa.
Interior bar scene. Woody Harrelson’s character, Harlan DeGroat, is seen entering the bar.
Dante’s Club (formerly Hidy’s Café), Rankin, Pa.
Bar scene. Dan Dugan (Tom Bower) talks to customers under the infamous “Dante’s Club” sign.
Dante’s Club (formerly Hidy’s Café), Rankin, Pa.
Bar scene. Dan Dugan (Tom Bower) talks to Russell Baze (Christian Bale) at the end of the bar.
Dante’s Club (formerly Hidy’s Café), Rankin, Pa.
Bar office scene. William Dafoe’s character, John Petty, owns the bar and meets with Harlan DeGroat (Woody Harrelson) in his back office.
West Braddock Ave, Rankin, Pa. “All Roads Lead to Rankin” mural by Artist, Jason Sauer.
Bar street scene. Street view of the exterior of the bar. Many scenes take place here.
Interior of Carrie Furnace, Rankin, Pa.
Fight scene. Shot of the crowd with John Petty (William Dafoe) overlooking the fight.
Interior of Carrie Furnace, Rankin, Pa.
Fight scene
Interior of Carrie Furnace, Rankin, Pa.
Chase scene. Russel Baze (Christian Bale) hiding out in an abandoned blast furnace.
Platform railroad trestle at Carrie Furnace, Rankin Pa., facing east.
Chase scene. Russel Baze (Christian Bale) arriving onto a railroad platform at an abandoned blast furnace.
Railroad trestle at Carrie Furnace, Rankin Pa.
Chase scene. Russel Baze (Christian Bale) chasing Harlan DeGroat (Woody Harrelson) down the tracks.
Exterior of Carrie Furnace, Rankin, Pa.
Chase scene. Russel Baze (Christian Bale) chasing Harlan DeGroat (Woody Harrelson) through the fields outside of Carrie Furnace.