‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ is a spy movie released in 2015, directed by Guy Ritchie. It is based on the 1964 TV series of the same name, created by Norman Felton and Sam Rolfe. The movie stars Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, Alicia Vikander, Elizabeth Debicki, and Hugh Grant. It was produced by RatPac-Dune Entertainment and Davis Entertainment, with Turner Entertainment Co., which holds the rights to the original TV series, also being involved.
Where was “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” Filmed?
Guy Ritchie’s 2015 movie ‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ was filmed in both Italy and England. The film is set during the Cold War and has a stylish, classic look, just like the original TV series from the 1960s.
In the movie, a top CIA agent goes to East Berlin to find the daughter of a Nazi scientist who can create an atomic bomb for a criminal organization. The American agent teams up with a KGB agent and the girl to fight their common enemy.
The main filming started on September 9, 2013. By October 2013, they were filming at several places in the UK, including the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, Royal Victoria Docks in London, and Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit in West Sussex.
Filming Locations in the UK
Old Royal Naval College and Other London Locations: The movie used different locations in the UK to stand in for Berlin. For example, the fight scene in a public toilet between Solo (played by Henry Cavill) and Kuryakin (played by Armie Hammer) was shot in Regent’s Park, London. The car chase in the first part of the movie was filmed at Chatham Historic Dockyard in Kent, UK.
Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit: Some scenes were shot at the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit in West Sussex. This location is famous among motor racing fans. Every year, the Goodwood Revival event is held here, celebrating the golden era of motorsports from the 1950s and 1960s.
Chatham Historic Dockyard: The Wartburg vs. Trabant car chase scene was also filmed at the Historic Dockyard Chatham and at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, which is also known for being one of the locations used in the ‘Enola Holmes’ movie.
Filming Locations in Italy
Rome, Italy: The movie also takes us to beautiful locations in Italy. The first Italian location shown in the film is Rome, where the famous Fontana Della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Ugly Boat) in Piazza di Spagna appears. The movie has a stylish look that reminds viewers of classic films like ‘Roman Holiday’ and ‘La Dolce Vita.’
Grand Plaza Hotel, Rome: The spies stay in the luxurious Grand Plaza Hotel, a historic 5-star hotel located at 126 Via del Corso, in the heart of Rome. The hotel has been featured in other movies as well, such as the ‘John Wick’ series and the ‘Ripley’ series. Though the movie shows the trio of secret agents on the terrace of the Grand Plaza Hotel, the scene was actually filmed on a different terrace in Piazza Venezia, with the statues of Trajan’s Column in the background.
Theater of Marcellus and Santa Teresa di Caprarola: Another scene was filmed late at night near the Theater of Marcellus, a historic Roman theater built before the birth of Christ. The Convent of Santa Teresa di Caprarola and the nearby Villa Farnese in the north of Rome were used to represent the Vinciguerra estate in the movie.
Gulf of Naples and Surrounding Areas: The next set of locations is in the Gulf of Naples in Campania. Some scenes featuring local fishermen were filmed at the colorful port of Corricella on the island of Procida. The fictional island of Victoria and Alexander Vinciguerra was created by combining the shape of Vivara Island with the Aragonese Castle of Baia in Bacoli, located on the beautiful island of Ischia.
Baia Castle and Other Naples Locations: Baia Castle, also known as Castello Aragonese, is a fortress that overlooks the Gulf of Pozzuoli. It was used as a filming location in the movie. The red house seen in the film, Villa Ferretti, was recently confiscated from the mafia. More scenes were shot at Castel dell’Ovo, the oldest castle in Naples, and other locations in Naples, such as the marina and Mostra d’Oltremare, a venue used for exhibitions.
‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ is a stylish and exciting spy movie that takes viewers on a journey through some of the most beautiful and historic locations in Italy and England. With its glamorous settings and action-packed scenes, the movie is a treat for fans of the spy genre.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
Q: Where was The Man from U.N.C.L.E. filmed?
A: The Man from U.N.C.L.E. was filmed in various locations across Italy and the United Kingdom. Key filming locations included Rome, Naples, and the island of Ischia in Italy, as well as London, Kent, and West Sussex in the United Kingdom.
Q: When was The Man from U.N.C.L.E. filmed?
A: Filming for The Man from U.N.C.L.E. began on September 9, 2013, and continued until late December 2013.
Q: When was The Man from U.N.C.L.E. released?
A: The Man from U.N.C.L.E. was released in the United States on August 14, 2015.
Q: Which famous Italian locations were featured in the film?
A: The film featured several famous Italian locations, including the Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna in Rome, the Grand Plaza Hotel in Rome, the Convent of Santa Teresa di Caprarola, and the Aragonese Castle of Baia on the island of Ischia.
Q: Were any scenes from The Man from U.N.C.L.E. filmed in the UK?
A: Yes, several scenes were filmed in the United Kingdom. Notable locations included Regent’s Park in London, the Goodwood Circuit in West Sussex, and the Historic Dockyard Chatham in Kent.
