Ten Best Films Set in London, London, England

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Ten Best Films Set in London

Ten Best Films Set in London, London, England

The Travel Pages picks the ten best films set in London, with their stars and their stories, and with locations to visit for each one.

The life of William Thacker, a charming but ordinary bookstore owner in the vibrant Notting Hill neighborhood, takes an unexpected turn when he meets Anna Scott, a world-famous American actress who wanders into his shop. Their initial awkward encounter blossoms into an unlikely romance, navigating the vast differences in their lives and the intense scrutiny of the paparazzi. Their relationship unfolds against the backdrop of the quirky streets, bustling markets, and cozy pubs of Notting Hill, showcasing the area’s unique charm and community spirit.

Location to visit: Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill, a central location in the film with its colorful stalls and antique shops. See it here:

In a dystopian near-future London, Alex DeLarge leads a gang of “droogs” in acts of “ultraviolence.” After being imprisoned and subjected to experimental aversion therapy, he is released back into society, supposedly cured. However, he finds himself a pawn in political machinations and vulnerable to those he once terrorized. The film presents a stark and stylized vision of London, using brutalist architecture and unsettling imagery to explore themes of free will, social control, and the nature of good and evil. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Ten Best Films Set in London
Guide Location: England » London
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Michael Gerrard
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Portobello Road Market
  • Thamesmead Southmere Lake
  • Somerset House
  • St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • Winchester Pub
  • Marylebone Station
  • Paddington Station
  • Houses of Parliament
  • Elizabeth Tower
  • Covent Garden market

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