Jordan's famed sites of Petra and the stunning desert landscapes of Wadi Rum have been attracting major international productions since the early 1960s. Now the new Olivewood Film Studios has expanded the country's production infrastructure
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'Grant Me a Son' shot completely at Olivewood Film Studios. Pictured from left, Shafiqa Al Tal, Motaz Allabadi and directors Rana and Ahmad Al-Yaseer. Courtesy of Ahmad Al-Yaseer Jordan remains a beloved location not only because of its awe-inspiring cultural and geological sites but also due to a dynamic film industry and highly skilled crews honed over decades of hosting international productions.
The world heritage sites of Petra and the unique desert landscapes of Wadi Rum have been attracting major international productions since the early 1960s. The country’s grand vistas have provided epic backdrops for such films as David Lean’s “Lawrence of Arabia”; Steven Spielberg’s “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”; Ridley Scott’s “The Martian”; Gareth Edwards’ “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”; Chad Stahelski’s “John Wick 4”; and Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” films.
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