films to set the tone for upcoming trip!
May 20th, 2012 | 06:49 AM
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films to set the tone for upcoming trip!
When I visited London, Paris, Rome for the first time in 2007, a friend recommended some old films that really spoke to the "mood" and "scene" of those marvelous cities. Watching the films not only taught me a little about the culture of those places, but also helped revv me up for the travels!
I'm hoping you might have recommendation(s) for films that showcase the culture, beauty etc of Ireland, Scotland, Amsterdam and Germany.
It's casting a wide net, but I'm not picky... I would love to hear what you think!
To give you an idea, before my last Europe trip, I watched Roman Holiday, Charade, and La Dolce Vita to name a couple. I loved them, had never seen them before, and felt totally swept away by what I was about to experience.
Thank you! Happy trails!
I'm hoping you might have recommendation(s) for films that showcase the culture, beauty etc of Ireland, Scotland, Amsterdam and Germany.
It's casting a wide net, but I'm not picky... I would love to hear what you think!
To give you an idea, before my last Europe trip, I watched Roman Holiday, Charade, and La Dolce Vita to name a couple. I loved them, had never seen them before, and felt totally swept away by what I was about to experience.
Thank you! Happy trails!
May 20th, 2012 | 07:10 AM
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It's not Amsterdam, but "Girl with a Pearl Earring" is about Vermeer and set in Delft.
Maybe "Braveheart" for Scotland?
Most German films I can think of are quite dark and moody, and don't really focus on scenery. I recently saw "The Countess", where Germany stood in for Hungary and Romania. There were some beautiful shots of the countryside and castles. But it's a dark film, about Elizabeth Bathory.
Maybe "Braveheart" for Scotland?
Most German films I can think of are quite dark and moody, and don't really focus on scenery. I recently saw "The Countess", where Germany stood in for Hungary and Romania. There were some beautiful shots of the countryside and castles. But it's a dark film, about Elizabeth Bathory.
May 20th, 2012 | 07:53 AM
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What's the name of that old TV series starring Robert Carlyle with the little white Scottie dog? I think it was a crime drama set in Scotland. Actually it might not be what OP wants because it was kind of bleak.
How about The 39 Steps? It's more fun than anything else.
How about The 39 Steps? It's more fun than anything else.
May 20th, 2012 | 09:47 AM
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If you can find it in English or with English subtitles there's always Amsterdamned. Though part of the canal chase is actually Utrecht 
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Local Hero is a great film for Scotland. The TV series is Hamish MacBeth.
There's always Trainspotting too if you want really bleak.
.Local Hero is a great film for Scotland. The TV series is Hamish MacBeth.
There's always Trainspotting too if you want really bleak.
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May 20th, 2012 | 11:44 AM
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<i>Maybe "Braveheart" for Scotland? </i>
God No. Try The Wicker Man (the original, not the remake), Trainspotting, Shallow Grave, Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Hallam Foe, The Illusionist, Restless Natives!, The Bridal Path - but definitely Gregory's Girl & Local Hero.
You might also want to consider Whisky Galore.
God No. Try The Wicker Man (the original, not the remake), Trainspotting, Shallow Grave, Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Hallam Foe, The Illusionist, Restless Natives!, The Bridal Path - but definitely Gregory's Girl & Local Hero.
You might also want to consider Whisky Galore.
May 20th, 2012 | 12:34 PM
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Obscure one but I enjoyed it--Stone of Destiny--based on the truth of the recent history of the Stone of Scone.
The recent BBC series Case Histories about Jackson Brodie are set (unlike the books) in Edinburgh.
Rob Roy maybe?
And maybe a Macbeth or two!
The recent BBC series Case Histories about Jackson Brodie are set (unlike the books) in Edinburgh.
Rob Roy maybe?
And maybe a Macbeth or two!
May 20th, 2012 | 03:22 PM
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Hollywoodgreyhound,
Watching films really gets you in the mood for travel.
For Scotland, I would suggest MRS. BROWN, bio-top of the “romance” between the widowed Queen Victoria and her ghillie/servant John Brown. Stars Judi Dench and has fabulous Highland scenery.
Of course, THE QUEEN features many scenes around Balmoral.
For Ireland, THE WAKING OF NED DEVINE. Although actually filmed on the Isle of Man, it has beautiful scenery and warm Irish wit.
And going way back, you have RYAN’S DAUGHTER and THE QUIET MAN.
For UK – THE KING’S SPEECH and THE IRON LADY among others.
Watching films really gets you in the mood for travel.
For Scotland, I would suggest MRS. BROWN, bio-top of the “romance” between the widowed Queen Victoria and her ghillie/servant John Brown. Stars Judi Dench and has fabulous Highland scenery.
Of course, THE QUEEN features many scenes around Balmoral.
For Ireland, THE WAKING OF NED DEVINE. Although actually filmed on the Isle of Man, it has beautiful scenery and warm Irish wit.
And going way back, you have RYAN’S DAUGHTER and THE QUIET MAN.
For UK – THE KING’S SPEECH and THE IRON LADY among others.
