Some people say that Rome casts a magic spell on many of its visitors. Judging by the movie Roman Holiday, that's definitely the case. Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck, the two main characters, though from widely different origins, manage to fall in love with each other and when they finally have to part, the lovely time spent together in the Eternal City is a lovely memory for both to retain.
Ever heard of La Dolce Vita, a movie shot by Federico Fellini in 1960? If you don't like movies dealing with social problems, this one is certainly not for you. We thought of mentioning it, though, because there are some beautiful views of Rome - and not only, remember Anita Ekberg's exhibition in Trevi Fountain - in some parts of the movie, that have become famous in film history. Incidentally, Fellini always said that Rome had bewitched him and at the same time inspired him as no other place did.
Why would anyone throw a coin in a fountain and nobody standing around would find it strange? To find out you should see Jean Negulesco's 1954 movie Three Coins In The Fountain. The title actually refers to the old tradition of throwing a coin in Trevi Fountain as a good omen for your return to Rome again in the future. Of course the background of the love story running through the movie is all of Rome, with many scenes being set in various typical parts of the city.
Are you familiar with the 1959 historical colossal movie Ben Hur? Its director, William Wyler, only a few years before had shot Roman Holiday and, quite clearly, fallen in love with Rome. So he decided to set the first "colossal" in movie history in Ancient Rome. The scenes were all shot in Cinecitta - Rome's "Holliwood" studios - but they are so realistic that you feel as if you are literally stepping back in the past. The glorious, if occasionally cruel, days of ancient Rome are perfectly re-enacted.
Ever heard of Turtle Fountain Square in Rome? Well, if you look up city guides you won't find this name, simply because officially the square is called Piazza Mattei. It's a charming little square set in the very heart of the Roman Jewish Ghetto, one of the oldest areas of Rome. Anthony Minghella found it so captivating that he set some scenes of his movie The Talented Mr. Ripley right there.
Do you remember Blade Runner? That was a movie looking into the future. Ridley Scott, though, also directed a movie set 2000 years back in time: The Gladiator. The big difference is that, while Blade Runner is sheer imagination, The Gladiator actually is a true-to-life reproduction of Ancient Rome.
Is it true to say that Rome has been the setting of countless movies or parts of them? The answer is obviously yes! Take for instance Norman Jewison's Only You. Some scenes are shot in Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, the very heart of Rome's most traditional suburb. The love story between the two main characters finds a splendid background in the local setting, which is traditionally considered extremely romantic, particularly at dusk.
Ever heard of La Dolce Vita, a movie shot by Federico Fellini in 1960? If you don't like movies dealing with social problems, this one is certainly not for you. We thought of mentioning it, though, because there are some beautiful views of Rome - and not only, remember Anita Ekberg's exhibition in Trevi Fountain - in some parts of the movie, that have become famous in film history. Incidentally, Fellini always said that Rome had bewitched him and at the same time inspired him as no other place did.
Why would anyone throw a coin in a fountain and nobody standing around would find it strange? To find out you should see Jean Negulesco's 1954 movie Three Coins In The Fountain. The title actually refers to the old tradition of throwing a coin in Trevi Fountain as a good omen for your return to Rome again in the future. Of course the background of the love story running through the movie is all of Rome, with many scenes being set in various typical parts of the city.
Are you familiar with the 1959 historical colossal movie Ben Hur? Its director, William Wyler, only a few years before had shot Roman Holiday and, quite clearly, fallen in love with Rome. So he decided to set the first "colossal" in movie history in Ancient Rome. The scenes were all shot in Cinecitta - Rome's "Holliwood" studios - but they are so realistic that you feel as if you are literally stepping back in the past. The glorious, if occasionally cruel, days of ancient Rome are perfectly re-enacted.
Ever heard of Turtle Fountain Square in Rome? Well, if you look up city guides you won't find this name, simply because officially the square is called Piazza Mattei. It's a charming little square set in the very heart of the Roman Jewish Ghetto, one of the oldest areas of Rome. Anthony Minghella found it so captivating that he set some scenes of his movie The Talented Mr. Ripley right there.
Do you remember Blade Runner? That was a movie looking into the future. Ridley Scott, though, also directed a movie set 2000 years back in time: The Gladiator. The big difference is that, while Blade Runner is sheer imagination, The Gladiator actually is a true-to-life reproduction of Ancient Rome.
Is it true to say that Rome has been the setting of countless movies or parts of them? The answer is obviously yes! Take for instance Norman Jewison's Only You. Some scenes are shot in Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, the very heart of Rome's most traditional suburb. The love story between the two main characters finds a splendid background in the local setting, which is traditionally considered extremely romantic, particularly at dusk.
About the Author:
Cristiano Rubbi, a great fan of motion pictures, is determined to prove that tourism and the movies are closely connected. He has tried to combine his business as tour operator with his pastime. You can see for yourself by surfing on his website, joining his forum or simply sending an email to info@niceandeasytravel.it.
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