From Doctor Strange to Contagion, here are some Hollywood movies that are set in our home—Hong Kong
With international travel still off the cards, we’re spending our days stuck in Hong Kong. But that doesn’t have to be boring—we have plenty of islands, events, beaches, hotels, hiking spots to visit. Even Hollywood directors and producers can't resist the charm of our city. From the bustling streets, stunning skyline and harbour views to the unique visuals that we can truly call Hong Kong.
If you’ve already gone on a pilgrimage to see film locations in Hong Kong, why not watch movies set in Hong Kong and appreciate our city even more? Here, we list down some movies that were filmed, set or by Hong Kong that you should put on your watch (or re-watch) list—if you haven’t already.
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1. Godzilla vs. Kong
Godzilla vs. Kong is the most recent film to be set in Hong Kong. It serves as the third movie in the “Monster Verse” and sees the clash between the two reigning titans, Godzilla and Kong.
In the movie, Godzilla and Kong’s last fight happened in Hong Kong, amidst the skyscrapers. The film was a boss office success and received praises for its visual effects and action sequences.
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