- “Casino Royale” (2006): This James Bond film features a thrilling sequence set in Macau, where Bond plays a high-stakes poker game at the Casino Royale. The cityscape and atmosphere of Macau are showcased in various scenes.
- “Now You See Me 2” (2016): This heist thriller has a significant portion set in Macau. The characters perform mind-boggling magic tricks and engage in elaborate schemes amidst the backdrop of the city’s glitzy casinos and nightlife.
- “The Man with the Iron Fists” (2012): Directed by RZA, this martial arts film is set in 19th-century China, with some scenes taking place in Macau. It combines action, adventure, and fantasy, showcasing the city’s historical charm.
- “The Grandmaster” (2013): This critically acclaimed biographical martial arts film directed by Wong Kar-wai tells the story of Ip Man, the legendary martial arts master who trained Bruce Lee. The film features fight sequences set in Macau and other parts of China.
- “Exiled” (2006): This stylish action-thriller, directed by Johnnie To, follows a group of hitmen seeking revenge against an old friend in Macau. It portrays the city’s gritty underworld, combining intense action and a complex narrative.
- “Casino Royale” by Ian Fleming: Although primarily known for its association with James Bond, this novel features a significant portion set in Macau, where Bond visits the famous Lisboa Casino.
- “The Honourable Schoolboy” by John le Carré: This spy thriller is part of the George Smiley series and includes scenes set in Macau, where the protagonist investigates a money laundering operation.
- “The Expatriates” by Janice Y.K. Lee: This novel delves into the lives of three different women living in Hong Kong, and while Macau is not the main setting, it is mentioned and features in a few scenes.
- “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” by Suzanne Collins: As a Hunger Games prequel, this book includes a section set in Panem, where Macau is transformed into the Capitol. It provides an interesting and futuristic take on the city.
- “The Last Quarter of the Moon” by Chi Zijian: This novel highlights the lives of the reindeer-herding Ewenki people in northeastern China and includes passages set in Macau, where some of the characters visit.
WANDERLIST: Macau in books and on film
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