- “Night Train to Lisbon” (2013): This philosophical drama is based on Pascal Mercier’s novel and takes place in Lisbon. It tells the story of an elderly Swiss professor who delves into the mystery surrounding the life of a Portuguese author.
- “The House of the Spirits” (1993): Set in Chile but filmed in Portugal, this film adaptation of Isabel Allende’s novel features a star-studded cast and explores the lives of a powerful family across three generations.
- “The Portuguese Nun” (2009): A French filmmaker’s tribute to Portugal, this movie follows a young French actress who travels to Lisbon to star in a film and becomes enamored with the city and its inhabitants.
- “Tabu” (2012): This award-winning film weaves between colonial Africa and modern-day Lisbon, following the lives of two women connected by a shared history and a mysterious past.
- “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005): While not entirely set in Portugal, the scenes at the Quidditch World Cup were filmed at the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland, which doubled as the fictional Portuguese coastal location.
- “Rush Hour 3” (2007): This action-comedy includes a car chase scene through the streets of Paris, which leads characters to a climax set in Portugal’s famous unfinished masterpiece, the Palace of Mafra.
- “The Ninth Gate” (1999): Featuring Johnny Depp, this supernatural thriller takes viewers on a journey across Europe, including scenes shot in Portugal’s Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra.
- “Our Beloved Month of August” (2008): Set in rural Portugal, this unconventional film blurs the line between fiction and documentary by incorporating real-life locals and their stories into the narrative.
- “Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow” (1963): While primarily set in Italy, this Oscar-winning film features a segment set in Lisbon. Sophia Loren and Marcello Mastroianni navigate the city’s streets, providing a glimpse into its ambiance.
- “Mysteries of Lisbon” (2010): This epic Portuguese film spans several generations and tells a story of love, revenge, and hidden identities. It showcases the splendour of Lisbon’s architecture and takes viewers on a journey through different eras.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Portugal
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