Movie Magic Exposed: 24 Famous Scenes and Their Miniature Secrets

There is a lot of work that goes into making good films. Everything begins with a good and compelling story. Casting talented actors to bring the words off the pages to life can make or break a movie. After that, everything begins to flow in like costumes, makeup, and location.

Nonetheless, when the story calls for locations that do not even exist in this world or are impossible to recreate, directors and producers turn to the genius minds of set decorators. These men and women have created the epic and breathtaking worlds of some of Hollywood’s favourite and classic films. Take a look inside the magical world of movie sets.

Goldeneye

Inception

The Lord of the Rings

The Grand Budapest Hotel

The Fifth Element

Escape from New York

Superman Returns

Harry Potter

Batman (1989)

Braindead

ParaNorman

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark

Superman (1978)