A few early eighties impressions from London's government district. I actually wanted to wait until the red buses were positioned exactly like in the film's screenshot, but on the other hand I didn't want to overtax my girlfriend's patience.
Octopussy - Sotheby's, London
James Bond leaves the auction house after cleverly swapping the priceless Fabergé egg for a fake. By the way, Sotheby's is conveniently located on New Bond Street. However, the name is not based on Her Majesty's favorite spy, but on Sir Thomas Bond who lived in the 17th century and was a landowner and accountant of the household of Queen Henrietta Maria.
Winners and Sinners - Hong Kong Coliseum
Sammo Hung and his Five Stars Cleaning Crew happily stroll along the Hong Kong Coliseum in Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon. The building was inaugurated in April 1983, Winners and Sinners was released three months later. Accordingly, this was probably the stadium's first appearance on the big screen.
Aces Go Places II - Houston Centre
Sam Hui entering one of Houston Centre's upper floors by the use of a zip-wire. Ethan Hunt would be proud of him.
Duel to the Death - Shing Mun Reservoir
The Shing Mun Reservoir has served as a film location for many HK productions in the 70s and 80s. Ching Siu-Tung's classic "Duel to the Death" (1983) is no exception.
To view all entries about the frequently used area, click here.
To view all entries about the frequently used area, click here.
Duel to the Death - Tung Ping Chau
The stony coast line of Tung Ping Chau provides the appropriate setting for the interchange of ideas between two warriors.
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