54 | Viking Explorer Society News
For those who find joy in cinema, summer offers the perfect opportunity to immerse
yourself in stories that awaken a sense of spirited exploration.
WHAT TO WATCH
Whether you're preparing for an
upcoming journey or seeking to
relive past adventures, films are
gateway to experiencing the
world's beauty and complexity,
combining visual artistry with
storytelling. These films may
spark inspiration for your next
adventure:
THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL
(2014)
This whimsical Wes Anderson
masterpiece takes viewers to a
fictionalized Alpine resort
inspired by Eastern Europe. Its
vibrant visuals and intriguing plot
are a delightful nod to the
golden age of travel.
COLD MOUNTAIN (2003)
Based on the novel by Charles
Frazier, Anthony Minghella's Cold
Mountain is a sweeping tale set
in the final days of the American
Civil War. Winner of 20 awards;
for her performance in a
supporting role, Renée Zellweger
won an Academy Award, Golden
Globe Award, Screen Actors
Guild Award and BAFTA Award.
MIDNIGHT IN PARIS (2011)
Woody Allen's charming tale
follows a writer who steps back
in time to the literary circles of
1920s Paris. With stunning shots
of the Seine, Montmartre, and
the Eiffel Tower, it's a must-watch
for Francophiles.
GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM
(1987)
When an unorthodox and
irreverent DJ is stationed in
Vietnam to bring humor to
Armed Forces Radio, he begins to
shake things up. Filmed in
Bangkok and Phuket.
GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING
(2003)
This film tells the story of a young
peasant maid who becomes a
secret model for one of Johannes
Vermeer's most famous works,
Girl with a Pearl Earring. Filmed
in Belgium, Luxembourg and The
Netherlands.
MYSTERIES OF EGYPT (1998)
A striking visual survey of the history,
ancient sites and natural wonders of
Egypt as narrated by Egyptian actor
Omar Sharif. Filmed in multiple
locations including Cairo and Luxor.
