Country

Turkey has a strong screen identity built around Istanbul, where historic landmarks, bazaars, waterfronts and narrow streets have been used in many international productions. The city is especially associated with James Bond, appearing in “From Russia with Love”, “The World Is Not Enough” and “Skyfall”, with locations such as Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar and the Bosphorus helping to define its cinematic image. Istanbul has also appeared in films such as “Topkapi”, “Argo”, “Taken 2”, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” and “The International”. Beyond Istanbul, Turkey’s varied landscapes have also attracted productions, from Cappadocia’s rock formations and ancient sites to the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. With its mix of Ottoman, Byzantine and modern architecture, dramatic geography and position between Europe and Asia, Turkey remains one of the most distinctive filming countries in the region.