Cat Ba Island has been chosen by Hollywood as the setting for a blockbuster film, promising to transform the island into a global tourist destination. Find out more!
The selection of Cat Ba Island as the setting for a Hollywood film project has attracted significant attention from the media and international tourists. This is not only a significant step forward for the Vietnamese film industry but also opens up opportunities for sustainable tourism development for this beautiful island.
1. The Decision to Choose Cat Ba as the Film Setting
On March 10, 2025, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung received a delegation of Hollywood film directors and producers to discuss plans for a new film production in Vietnam. During the meeting, Rose Lam, Global Production Director of Riot Studios, stated that after surveying numerous locations in Asia such as Japan, South Korea, and Thailand, the company identified the Cat Ba archipelago (Hai Phong) as the ideal location for this project.
2. Introduction to Riot Games and their New Film Project
Riot Games is a multinational video game development and publishing company with many popular titles, especially “League of Legends,” which attracts 650 million players worldwide. Their new film project based on this game promises to create a strong ripple effect, attracting the attention of a large number of fans and contributing to promoting the image of Vietnam.
3. Reasons for Cat Ba Island’s Selection
According to VnExpress, Hollywood film crews highly appreciate Cat Ba’s pristine natural beauty and diverse topography, especially its majestic limestone cliffs, unspoiled beaches, and rich primary forest ecosystem. This setting is suitable for adventure and fantasy films, providing stunning visuals without requiring extensive post-production editing.
Hollywood’s choice of Cat Ba Island as the setting for a blockbuster film promises to transform the island into a global tourist destination. Find out more!
The selection of Cat Ba Island as the setting for a Hollywood film project has attracted significant attention from the media and international tourists. This is not only a significant step forward for the Vietnamese film industry but also opens up opportunities for sustainable tourism development on this beautiful island.
Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Island
1. The Decision to Choose Cat Ba as the Film Setting
On March 10, 2025, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung received a delegation of Hollywood film directors and producers to discuss plans for a new film production in Vietnam. During the meeting, Rose Lam, Global Production Director of Riot Studios, stated that after surveying numerous locations in Asia such as Japan, South Korea, and Thailand, the company identified the Cat Ba archipelago (Hai Phong) as the ideal location for this project.
2. Introduction to Riot Games and their New Film Project
Riot Games is a multinational video game development and publishing company with many popular titles, especially “League of Legends,” which attracts 650 million players worldwide. Their new film project based on this game promises to create a strong ripple effect, attracting the attention of a large number of fans and contributing to promoting the image of Vietnam.
3. Reasons why Cat Ba was chosen
According to VnExpress, Hollywood film crews highly appreciate Cat Ba’s pristine natural beauty and diverse terrain, especially its majestic limestone cliffs, unspoiled beaches, and rich primary forest ecosystem. This setting is suitable for films with adventure and fantasy elements, providing stunning visuals without requiring excessive post-production work.
The beauty of Cat Ba at sunset
Thanh Nien newspaper also emphasized that one of the important reasons Cat Ba was chosen is its geographical advantage. The island is located near Ha Long Bay – one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites – and has a rapidly developing tourism infrastructure in recent years.
4. Tourism Development Opportunities from Hollywood Film Projects
Attracting a Large Number of International Tourists
After the film’s release, Cat Ba will be widely introduced to global audiences, especially those who love cinema and travel. According to statistics from destinations featured on the big screen, the number of tourists typically increases by 20-50% after a film’s release. A prime example is Maya Bay (Thailand), which quickly became a globally popular tourist destination after appearing in the film *The Beach* (2000).
One of the outstanding projects contributing to changing the face of Cat Ba is Sun Group’s Green Island Bay City. The project focuses not only on high-class tourism experiences but also emphasizes sustainability and environmental protection. Highlights include the “Green Island Symphony” show, featuring an impressive combination of jetskiing and fireworks, and the VUI-Fest Night Market – offering shopping and dining experiences using eco-friendly materials. Additionally, visitors can enjoy upscale dining at Sun Bavaria Cat Ba Gastro Pub, serving craft beer and signature seafood dishes.
