This Andalucia Movie Tour takes us to a land of extraordinary beauty, fascinating culture, and a history rich in traditions.
Andalusia has served as a filming location for numerous movies, thanks to its stunning variety of landscapes. Its beaches, caressed by the Mediterranean Sea, with their crystalline waters and picturesque coastal towns. This have been the backdrop for romantic films like “Paloma’s Beach” (2007), capturing the magic of a summer romance under the Andalusian sun. The renowned Costa del Sol also took center stage in “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” (2008), where Woody Allen told a tale of passions, adventures, and chance encounters.
The enchanting landscapes of Andalusia also provide an ideal setting for adventure and historical films. “Lawrence of Arabia” (1962), directed by David Lean, utilized the majestic sand dunes of the Tabernas Desert in the province of Almería to tell the extraordinary story of the legendary British explorer T.E. Lawrence. This region also served as the backdrop for spaghetti westerns like “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” (1966), directed by Sergio Leone, featuring Clint Eastwood.
Andalusia is a land of strong traditions and vibrant cultures, which is reflected in its cinema. Flamenco, the art of Spanish dance, has been widely represented on the silver screen. Films such as “Carmen” (1983), directed by Carlos Saura. It captured the essence and intensity of this unique form of artistic expression, while “Vengo” (2000), directed by Tony Gatlif, explored the Gypsy roots of flamenco.
The region is also renowned for its Moorish architecture, which has inspired many filmmakers. The Alhambra in Granada, with its intricate palaces and gardens. It has been the perfect location for romantic tales like “Stealing Beauty” (1998), directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Also city of Seville, with its majestic cathedral and charming neighborhoods, has been the backdrop for films like “Perfume: The Story of a Murderer” (2006), directed by Tom Tykwer.
Andalucia Movie Tour invites us to immerse ourselves in the beauty and energy of this unique region. Through the films that have used Andalusia as their backdrop. We discover its ability to inspire and captivate filmmakers from around the world, creating movies that celebrate the essence of this mesmerizing land.
Overview
“Andalusia: Where Cinema Meets the Magic of Spain” is a captivating exploration of the Andalusia region in southern Spain through the lens of cinema. It showcases the diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich traditions that have made Andalusia a popular filming location. From its stunning beaches to its historic architecture, the region has served as the backdrop for romantic stories, adventurous tales, and artistic expressions such as flamenco. The film invites viewers to immerse themselves in the beauty and energy of Andalusia, experiencing the magic that has inspired filmmakers from around the world.
Highlights
- Visit a western city
- Enter in the Star Wars palace
- Explore The Never-ending Story beach
Upon your arrival at Aeropuerto de Málaga-Costa del Sol, you will be transferred to your hotel.
After breakfast, you will head to the nearby province of Almería. Due to Hollywood’s decades- long love for Almería, it has been the setting for blockbusters such as Never Say Never Again and Western Classics like The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
Enjoy your afternoon by the Mónsul Beach, where Harrison Ford’s character Indiana Jones once walked around during the Last Crusade or part of The Never-ending Story or Talk to Her by Almodovar were also filmed
For your day stay in Almería, we travel back to the golden age of Westerns.
After arriving in Granada, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, the Castillo de La Calahorra awaits for you. Follow in the footsteps of old Hollywood, which once shot the classic films Doctor Zhivago and The Wind and The Lion here and more recently, Assassin’s Creed and Emerald City in 2016. Due to its location at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, you soon will feel like you are on a film set yourself.
The next stop on your tour is the capital of Andalusia: Sevilla.
After a free morning in Seville, we will depart to Jerez in the afternoon.
Known for its beautiful beaches and for its resemblance to Havana in Cuba, the province of Cadiz achieved new fame in 2002 due to one of the most popular scenes from Die Another Day. You will have the opportunity to spend another beach day at the same spot where Halle Berry’s character rose from the sea to meet James Bond. The Cathedral stars in films such as 1000 lines, Cuba, or The Nautical Chart. Tom Cruise & Cameron Diaz were also in calle Ancha, located in the heart of the city, filming Knight & Day.
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