Iguaçu Falls has been the scene of famous films!
In addition to being one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, Iguaçu Falls has been the stage for some big-screen shows.
We bet you already know some of them, you don't need to be a movie buff to at least have heard of some of the films we'll mention!
So, if you want, grab the popcorn and read this article!
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Black Panther (2018)
You don't have to be a Marvel fan to know this award-winning superhero film "Black Panther", a much talked about film in 2018, in addition to having won 3 Oscars in the categories of best original soundtrack, best costumes and best art direction. Not to mention the many awards won outside of the Oscars!
Anyway, what brings the incredible film from the Wakanda region to our list is not just because of its awards, but because of its setting!
During a fight scene, the beautiful Iguaçu Falls become a stage for the protagonists to appear! Even though it was not literally recorded there by the actors (because that would be extremely dangerous), the scenes are set in the Falls.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Out of the Shadows (2016)
Another fun and well-known film, like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 – Out of the Shadows, also makes our list for an incredible action scene that takes place nothing more and nothing less than in the currents of Iguaçu Falls!
If you haven't seen this film yet, we recommend watching it and paying attention to the scene that highlights our beloved waterfalls.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)
For those who know the most classic cinema sagas, you have certainly seen a film about the adventurer Indiana Jones!
In this specific case, the Iguaçu Falls are very prominent, gaining radical and adrenaline-filled moments for the protagonists who sail by boat, without control, through the Cataratas waterfalls in exciting and even very fun scenes for the final film in the saga.
007- Against the Rocket of Death (1979)
Another cult favorite on the list, one of the most memorable films in the 007 saga, was also set in the most exuberant waterfalls in Brazil.
Em 007 – Against Death Rocket, this moment occurs when the protagonist sails in a speedboat in an action scene along the river, and ends up finding himself trapped by the Devil's Throat, where he has an unusual attitude of dodging the problem, you probably remember this if you've seen the film.
Paddington 2 (2017)
For children or adults, the protagonist Paddington is a very fun teddy bear that for the second time took to the big screen and brought the look of the currents and the Iguaçu Falls.
In a funny scene, where Paddington is rescued from the current by one of the brown bears that are on a kind of bridge overlooking the center of the Falls.
A Fantastic Woman (2017)
Oscar winner in 2018, in the best foreign film category, “A Fantastic Woman” also features scenes from the most famous Waterfalls in Brazil.
In the plot, the couple who play the main roles, Marina (Daniela Vega) and Orlando (Francisco Reyes) have the dream of visiting the Iguaçu Falls together, so scenes of the attraction are shown, right at the top of the falls, giving a photograph even more beautiful to the film.
Furthermore, this film was one of the first to have a transgender actress starring as the protagonist on the big screen. This award-winning film won awards three times at the Berlin Film Festival in 3, in addition to representing Latin America at this edition of the Oscars (2017).
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Other films that had a photographic presence of the Falls:
In addition to these films, others such as the national film “Through the Window (2017)” which is set in the southern region of the country, telling the story of a woman named Rosália and her plot after losing her job, in this film there is a very striking scene with the protagonist observing the Falls up close.
One of the classics for those who love a cult film is the one set in the Land of Falls called “The Mission (1986)” starring celebrities like Robert De Niro, this old film chronicles an old time with conflicts of interests and morals in focus.
Lesser known films that also featured Iguaçu Falls are the “If Cats Disappeared From The World (2016)"and "Happy Together (1998)".
Video credits: Official “Iguaçu Falls” channel available on YouTube!
Where is there a cinema in Foz do Iguaçu?
On your trip to Foz do Iguaçu, we imagine you want to catch a movie, so we've put together these recommendations where you'll find these places easy:
CineCataratas
No Shopping JL Cataratas, you can find CineCataratas on the top floor of stores, which has current film releases, with drinks and food for sale, such as popcorn, soft drinks, sweets, etc.
These can be sold in promotional combos, as well as tickets that operate at a half discount depending on the day and time of purchase.
Very popular as it is located in the center of Foz, CineCataratas has 4 modern and cool rooms, great for those who want to watch a movie with the crowd.
Address: Av. Costa e Silva, 185 – Polo Centro – 85863-000 -Foz do Iguaçu – PR.
Cinemark in Foz do Iguaçu
Within the Shopping Catuaí Palladium, there is Cinemark, which has 6 cinemas, showing new films that arrive in Brazil.
With rooms of different categories such as XD, Real D 3D, D-Box, Prime, Movie Bistrô and even having rented rooms, as well as having great promotions for movie fans and more!
Open from 13pm to 21pm Monday to Friday; on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays opening from 12pm until 21pm.
Address: Avenida das Cataratas, 3570 – Vila Yolanda – Foz do Iguaçu/PR
Research reveals that going to the cinema is the main cultural activity of Brazilians:
According to an article published on the Gazetadopovo.com.br website:
According to a survey carried out by the consultancy Jleiva Cultura e Esporte together with Datafolha, it showed that around, 64% of Brazilians, approximately 21,2 million people, said they had gone to the cinema over a period of 12 months.
The research was based on the interview of more than 10 thousand people over 12 years old, being carried out in the most populous capitals of the country such as the cities of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife, Porto Alegre, Curitiba, Salvador, São Luís , Fortaleza, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Belém and Manaus.
Unfortunately, while cinema is one of the only cultural activities that any Brazilian has ever done, other similar attractions such as museums and theaters are still not visited as much, indicating a problem in the connection between people and these places.
Full research article, available at: Gazeta do Povo
Accommodation in Foz do Iguaçu:
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We have the best in hospitality, with perfect rooms for your rest, with air conditioning, comfortable box bed, telephone, minibar, TV, electronic lock, digital safe, etc.
Furthermore, at the reception of the Hotel Tarobá there is a base for Iguassu Combo that you can schedule several tours in Foz do Iguaçu on your trip! Enjoy and have a perfect stay for your trip!
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Conclusion: Famous films recorded at Iguaçu Falls!
Now that you know which films were made at Iguaçu Falls, where to find cinema in Foz do Iguaçu and where to stay in the city, how about packing your bags and coming to see our beautiful region?
I myself was surprised by the number of films that were recorded here, I assume that this made the place even more interesting, if you are also looking for curious facts about the places you want to visit, how about getting to know our Blog and also travel to the Land of Falls for good?!
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Don't waste time thinking, if even movie characters have done this, so should you!
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Cover: Image of the Falls |Macuco Safari | Avant Productions.
Article by Lauana G. Simões
