Heart of Stone is an action thriller directed by Tom Harper and written by Greg Rucka. Scheduled to stream on Netflix on August 11, 2023, the film stars Gal Gadot as Rachel Stone, Jamie Dornan as Parker and Alia Bhatt as Keya Dhawan. The film will mark Bhatt’s much-awaited Hollywood debut. The cast also includes Sophie Okonedo, Matthias Schweighöfer, Jing Lusi and Paul Ready.
Alia Bhatt shared that the film, which promises some jaw-dropping stunt sequences, has been shot in the Italian Alps, the Sahara Desert and Iceland in the Tudum Global Fan event held in Brazil. The filming schedule for Heart of Stone began in London in March 2022 after which the production was moved to Reykjavík and then was wrapped up on July 28, 2022, in Lisbon, Portugal.
From snow-capped mountains to sand dunes and some of the most iconic streets in the world, the trailer of Heart of Stone takes the viewers on an enthralling ride across the globe. To know the exact shooting locations of the film that can be visited, scroll down.
Heart of Stone shooting locations you can visit
Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland is home to glaciers, majestic waterfalls, volcanoes, hot springs and Northern lights. The production team moved to the capital city of Reykjavik to shoot some stunt sequences at this breathtaking location.
Popular movies that have been filmed here: Batman Begins, Interstellar and The Star Wars Saga.
Things to do: Visit Gullfoss Falls, Thingvellir National Park, Kerid Crater and Skaftafell Waterfall.
Best time to visit: July to August is the most popular time to visit Iceland.
How to reach:
By air: Keflavik International Airport is the nearest airport, approximately 52 km away.
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South Tyrol, Italy
Another destination that was chosen for the filming of Heart of Stone was Italy. Backdropped by the Italian Alps, travellers who enjoy outdoor activities frequent this destination. South Tyrol is a winter wonderland, ideal for skiing and snowboarding and in summer, one can spend time trekking and biking.
Popular movies that have been filmed here: The Italian Character, The Russian, The Holy Land of Tyrol, and Wild East.
Things to do: Visit the Archaeological Museum, Taufers Castle, Lake Karersee and the historical landmark of Novacella Abbey.
Best time to visit: June, July, September and October are favourable months to visit due to optimal weather conditions.
How to reach:
By air: Verona Villafranca Airport is the closest airport, 152 km away.
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Lisbon, Portugal
Some of the street fighting scenes in the film are shot in Lisbon. One can easily spot the yellow-coloured buildings, tram tracks and cobbled streets that are reminiscent of the capital city of Portugal in the action clip revealed in the trailer.
Popular movies that were filmed here: Night Train to Lisbon, Lisbon Story, Porto and Tabu.
Things to do: Visit the historical landmark of Praça do Comércio, Lisbon Cathedral, National Tile Museum, and ride on the famous tram 28.
Best time to visit: In the spring and summer months of March to May and June to September.
How to reach:
By air: Humberto Delgado Airport is the nearest airport, 5.2 km away from the city centre.
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Morocco
Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea lies Morocco in North Africa. Offering diversity and varied geography, Morocco is known for its Arab and European cultural influences. The country is home to rugged mountain ranges, ancient cities, stunning beaches and vast deserts making it an apt location to film a few scenes in the movie. Some scenes were filmed in Erfoud Town as well.
Popular movies that were filmed here: The Mummy, Arabian Nights, Marrakech Express, and Aquaman.
Things to do: Visit the Royal Palace, the fortress of Ksar Maadid, Macro Fossiles Kasbah Museum, and shop at the souk (market).
Best time to visit: Morocco can be visited any time of the year, however, the best months to visit are from September to November, during the pleasant autumn season.
How to reach:
By air: Moulay Ali Cherif Airport is the closest airport to Erfoud Town, approximately 71 km away.
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Shepperton, Surrey, England, UK
Shepperton is an urban village located approximately 30 km away from central London. Surrounded by fairy-tale castles such as Windsor Castle and Kensington Palace, the southeast part of England has something for everyone. An entire day can be spent hiking on the North Downs Way or walking from heathland and woodland, which is one of the most picturesque walking routes.
Popular movies that were filmed here: Gladiator, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Duchess, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Things to do: Visit Brooklands Museum, St Nicholas Church, Thorpe Park Resort, and experience car racing and displays of legendary vehicles at Mercedes-Benz Word.
Best time to visit: June, July and August to experience pleasant weather.
How to reach:
By air: London Heathrow Airport is the closest airport, 12.2 km.
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London, UK
Spending balmy evenings walking in lush parks like Hyde Park and Victoria Park or grabbing a drink at one of the many rooftop cocktail spots makes for a perfect day in the city. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, London offers a variety of landscapes and scenic views that adds to its charm.
Popular movies that were filmed here: Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Love Actually and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
Things to do: Visit The British Museum, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, the cultural landmark of Big Ben and take a walk at Hyde Park.
Best time to visit: In the summer months from June to August.
How to reach:
By air: London Heathrow Airport is the closest airport, 24 km away from the city centre.
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