- “The Bounty” (1984): Starring Mel Gibson and Anthony Hopkins, this film tells the story of the famous mutiny on the HMS Bounty, which originated from Tahiti and made its way to New Caledonia.
- “La Belle Verte” (1996): Directed by and starring Coline Serreau, this French sci-fi comedy showcases the fictional planet of Shambala, which is actually filmed in locations around New Caledonia.
- “Robinson Crusoe” (2016): Although not entirely set in New Caledonia, this animated adventure film includes scenes that depict Crusoe’s island, which is beautifully represented by some of the landscapes found in New Caledonia.
- “L’Appât” (1995): Directed by Bertrand Tavernier, this French thriller uses New Caledonia as a backdrop for a gripping story of passion and deception.
- “Mademoiselle” (2001): Filmed and set partially in New Caledonia, this French romantic comedy follows the story of a photographer who travels to the island and falls in love.
- “The Poisonwood Bible” by Barbara Kingsolver: Although the majority of the novel is set in the Belgian Congo (present-day Democratic Republic of Congo), a section takes place in New Caledonia. It explores the experiences of a missionary family and their interactions with the locals.
- “Wind from the Sea” by Louis-Philippe Dalembert: This novel is set in New Caledonia during the late 19th century and delves into the complex relationships between the indigenous Kanak people and the French colonisers.
- “Savage Season” by Mons Kallentoft: Part of the Leonid Jonsson series, this crime novel follows a Swedish police detective who investigates a murder case that leads him to New Caledonia. It intertwines themes of culture clash and the impact of colonisation.
- “L’Indigčne” by Joseph Zobel: While this novel is primarily set in Martinique, it draws on the author’s experiences in New Caledonia. It explores the life of a young man of African descent facing racism and discrimination in the French colony.
- “La Terre Promise” by Bernard Moitessier: This autobiography recounts the author’s sailing adventures around the world, including a stop in New Caledonia. It paints a vivid picture of the island’s natural beauty and the author’s observations of the local culture
WANDERLIST: New Caledonia in books and on film
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