Top 10 Movies Filmed in Cape Town

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Cape Town is similar to Hollywood in many respects: both are close to the sea, located at the base of a mountain and full of beautiful people. But they also have one more thing in common – both are popular film locations.
Cape Town’s film industry is one that contributes greatly to the Mother city’s economy and international flavour, and it’s booming, with more and more productions being shot here every year. Hollywood blockbusters, such as Safe House expose the beautiful city to the world.
The recently built Cape Town Film Studios, which is the first Hollywood-style film studio complex to be built in Africa, with state-of-the-art support services. The building encompasses studio facilities, custom-built sets, a green room, sound stages, production offices and more, and being situated in Cape Town, its location is perfect for taking advantage of a moderate climate and a variety of stunning venues and outdoor locations.
So this week, we’re counting down our top 10 movies filmed in Cape Town.

Chronicle (2012)
Three high school friends gain superpowers after making an incredible discovery. Soon, though, they find their lives spinning out of control and their bond tested as they embrace their darker sides. Starring Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell, Michael B. Jordan.
Safe House (2012)
A young CIA agent is tasked with looking after a fugitive in a safe house. But when the safe house is attacked, he finds himself on the run with his charge. Starring Denzel Washington, Ryan Reynolds, Robert Patrick.
Dark Tide (2012)
A professional diver tutor returns to deep waters after 9 years, following an almost fatal encounter with a great white shark. The nightmare from the deep is still lurking – more carnivorous and hungry than ever. Starring Halle Berry, Olivier Martinez, Ralph Brown
Invictus (2009)
Nelson Mandela, in his first term as the South African President, initiates a unique venture to unite the apartheid-torn land: enlist the national rugby team on a mission to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup. Directed by Clint Eastwood With: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon, Tony Kgoroge.
The Last House on the Left (2009)
After kidnapping and brutally assaulting two young women, a gang led by a prison escapee unknowingly finds refuge at a vacation home belonging the parents of one of the victims — a mother and father who devise an increasingly gruesome series of revenge tactics. Starring Garret Dillahunt, Monica Potter, Tony Goldwyn

Dredd (2012)
In a violent, futuristic city where the police have the authority to act as judge, jury and executioner, a cop teams with a trainee to take down a gang that deals the reality-altering drug, SLO-MO.
Endgame (2009)
A story based on the covert discussions that brought down the Apartheid regime in South Africa. With: William Hurt, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Jonny Lee Miller.
Disgrace (2008)
After having an affair with a student, a Cape Town professor moves to the Eastern Cape, where he gets caught up in a mess of post-apartheid politics. Starring John Malkovich, Natalie Becker, Antoinette Engel.
Blood Diamond (2006)
A fisherman, a smuggler, and a syndicate of businessmen match wits over the possession of a priceless diamond. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Djimon Hounsou, Jennifer Connelly.
Doomsday (2008)
A futuristic action thriller where a team of people work to prevent a disaster threatening the future of the human race. Starring Rhona Mitra, Bob Hoskins, Alexander Siddig.