- “The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Directed by Baz Luhrmann, this movie is based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel and features scenes of the fictional town of West Egg, which was inspired by real locations in New South Wales.
- “Australia” (2008) – Directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman, this epic drama set during World War II showcases the beautiful Australian Outback, including locations in New South Wales.
- “The Matrix” (1999) – Although most of the movie was filmed in Sydney, the futuristic action scenes are set in a fictional world that resembles the city, making it a notable film set in New South Wales.
- “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) – Another delightful film by Baz Luhrmann, “Moulin Rouge!” is a musical set in Montmartre, Paris, although some scenes were filmed in Sydney, New South Wales.
- “The Castle” (1997) – This classic Australian comedy portrays the Kerrigan family fighting to keep their humble house, located in the fictional township of Coolaroo, New South Wales.
- “Mad Max: Fury Road” (2015) – Although most of the movie was filmed in Namibia, this post-apocalyptic action film, starring Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron, is set in the desolate wastelands of the Australian Outback, including parts of New South Wales.
- “Beneath Hill 60” (2010) – Based on a true story, this war film takes place in the tunnels beneath the Western Front during World War I and features scenes set in New South Wales, including Sydney.
- “Happy Feet” (2006) – An animated musical comedy, “Happy Feet” tells the story of Mumble, a tap-dancing emperor penguin from Antarctica who finds himself in various locations, including Sydney, New South Wales.
- “Predestination” (2014) – A mind-bending science fiction film starring Ethan Hawke, “Predestination” features a time-traveling narrative with several scenes set in New South Wales, particularly Sydney.
- “Razorback” (1984) – This Australian horror film is set in the outback of New South Wales and follows a giant wild boar terrorizing a small town, providing a thrilling and intense cinematic experience.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in New South Wales
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