![]() ![]() In the second segment, Chuck is forced to deal with the most basic biological needs. But a mechanical problem on the plane causes a terrifying crash, filmed with unprecedented, gritty realism. Returning home on a FedEx plane, Chuck can’t wait to spend Christmas Eve with Kelly. His fast-paced career takes him, often on a moment’s notice, to far-flung cities such as Moscow, away from his loving g.f., Kelly (a splendidly understated Helen Hunt). Set in 1995, the first segment establishes Chuck’s manic personal and professional lives. The narrative is divided into four asymmetrical parts. Hanks, who serves as a producer, plays an ambitious FedEx system engineer whose life, run with the precision of a Swiss watch, is shattered when his plane crashes, leaving him alone on a remote island. But the 1994 Oscar winner spanned decades and numerous locales, with its hero the only constant however, the bulk of the new pic is confined to one setting and a much tighter time frame, depicting in detail the moral odyssey of one man. Featuring names such as Sean Penn and Naomi Watts, the movie features scenes shot in Central Gardens in Midtown, the Arcade Restaurant, and the popular watering hole Earnestine & Hazel’s – also home to the famous Soul Burger.“Cast Away” bears thematic resemblance to “Forrest Gump,” the earlier Zemeckis-Hanks teaming, in its focus on the personal journey of an Everyman. One for hardcore Memphis fans only, this crime film tells the story of a fatal accident that brings three unlikely people together. Credit: Memphis Tourism / Alex Shansky 21 Grams (2003) Some of the recognisable filming locations include Arcade Restaurant (Memphis’ oldest restaurant) and the Pinch District. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, and starring a who’s who of 1997 including Matt Damon and Claire Danes, the gripping film followed an underdog lawyer taking on an insurance giant. The Rainmaker (1997)įour years later, another Grisham novel was filmed in Memphis (and San Francisco). ![]() ![]() Grisham found Memphis to be the perfect setting for his southern thriller, with scenes of Tom Cruise racing past recognisable downtown sights such as the Cotton Exchange, the Peabody Hotel and Mud Island. Credit: Memphis Tourism / Dustin Williams The Firm (1993)īased on the John Grisham novel, this 1993 film starring Tom Cruise, Holly Hunter and Jeanne Tripplehorn told the story of a young lawyer who is lured in by a hotshot law firm and quickly lands himself in hot water. FedEx allowed filming at its international sorting hub, which is just down the road from the Memphis International Airport. Sure, it may not have been the main setting, but it was featured more than once. Cast Away (2000)īefore he became stuck in a deserted island and befriended a volleyball named Wilson, Tom Hanks’ character in Cast Away was shown to live in Memphis. The movie’s feature song, “It’s Hard Out Here for A Pimp,” was written by Memphis-based hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, who won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Set and filmed in Memphis, the film featured Terrence Howard as a pimp turned rapper, and featured music recorded by renowned local talent. Credit: Memphis Tourism / Dan Ball Hustle & Flow (2005)Īnother film where you can feel the energy of Memphis is Hustle & Flow, which was written and directed by local Craig Brewer. The movie highlights elements of Memphis’ music history with scenes shot at Sun Studio, The Orpheum Theatre and the South Main Neighbourhood. The site now features a bronze statue of Cash in his honour. The ring of fire…” This fantastic biopic starring Joaquin Phoenix and Reece Witherspoon focused on the life of legendary musician Johnny Cash, who played his first professional gig at the Galloway Church in Memphis. While we can’t travel to see Memphis in the flesh right now, though that will hopefully change soon, these movies are the next best thing. Memphis, Tennessee has been featured in numerous films over the years. We watched Walk The Line recently (great movie!) and it got us thinking about filming locations, in particular the city of Memphis, and how they can almost feel like another character, breathing more life into the scripts. But there’s another element we often overlook – the filming location. Aside from audiences willing to see it, you need a good script, solid actors, a skilled director and an army of other behind the scenes talent. There are certain elements required for a successful movie. ![]()
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