Architecture on screen · 2011
Hugo filming locations
A real Paris reading room joins a film world otherwise built largely in studios.
Directed by Martin Scorsese · 1 documented location
Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève
Paris, France
Henri Labrouste
Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève
On screen: The library
The location reference identifies Sainte-Geneviève as the film’s library. It is distinct from the fictional station interiors created for the production.
- Architect / attribution
- Henri Labrouste
- Building chronology
- 1843–1850; opened 1851
- Place
- Paris, France
Filming evidence
Filming does not imply public access. Many locations remain homes, workplaces or heritage sites; consult each venue before visiting.