The stunning landscape of the South of France has been a
popular backdrop for many iconic movies, due to its unique natural formation
where the snow-capped Alpine mountains overlook the dazzling sun, sand and sea
of the French Riviera creating its breath taking scenery.
It is not just the magnificent views that have made the big
screen but also the Luxurious properties that line the Golden Coast such as
Hotel du Cap Eden Roc in Cap d’Antibes and the Carlton in Cannes, as well as
some of the world’s most prestigious villas.
One of the most popular and iconic movies to be filmed on
the Cote d’Azur was ‘And God Created Woman’ staring Brigitte Bardot this movie
put St Tropez on the map as a glamourous youthful beach destination. People
still travel to St Tropez in search of this amazing experience where one can
view the rich and famous relaxing and sipping champagne on the fabulous yachts.
Of course one cannot discuss films within the South of
France without touching on Cannes; home of the Film Festival this destination
is used to being in the spotlight. Perhaps one of the most memorable films set
in Cannes is ‘To Catch a Thief’ showcasing some of the most beautiful towns and
villages across the Riviera the movie encouraged glamour and sophistication in
the Cote d’Azur.
‘An Affair to Remember’ filmed in Villefranche-sur-mer
displayed the area beautifully with the array of pastel shades and colourful
floras, the picturesque setting truly was unforgettable. From Villefranche
breath-taking views of Nice and Cap Ferrat can be admired.
In 1971 Antibes and Juan Les Pins were the chosen
destinations for the famous James Bond film Diamonds are forever. The famous
Hotel du Cap Eden Roc and its amazing views were what attracted the film makers
to Antibes. The French Riviera presents the perfect location for a James Bond
production with the Old Riviera style, sophistication, yachts, sun and dazzling
Caribbean Sea at your fingertips it is the picture-perfect destination for
James Bond.
There are several
movies filmed and set in the South of France perhaps the most recent being the
Grace of Monaco starring Nicole Kidman. The natural beauty of the Cote d’Azur cannot be beaten and we are
confident that the South of France will continue to appear on our screens for
years to come. Elegant Address visit the picturesque French Riviera regularly
to admire its beauty and visit our luxury properties ensuring that all areas
and all of our luxurious villas we present to our clients are of the highest of
standards.
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