Spain: Hollywood's Favourite Hot Spot

If three sets of eyes to turn a shift back and forth like sweat beads above the eyebrows. The three men nervously glance back and forth, waiting for someone to make that fateful first step. Finally, guns drawn. Angel Eyes drops to the ground. Tuco tries to fire but his gun is unloaded. The Man With No Name send Angel Eyes to the grave with another ball before Tuco forced to surrender to force and gave him a shovel and make him dig for lost Confederate gold. This scene is the finale of the masterpiece of Sergio Leone's The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. It is an undeniable triumph of the Western film genre. You may think that it was filmed in Old Tucson or maybe just a short drive from Hollywood. But this classic scene was just north of Madrid, Spain filmed. In fact, Leone and Clint Eastwood's Dollars trilogy full shot with Spain warrants the American Southwest. Hollywood's fascination with the Spanish landscapes and architecture has a rich history. From classic recordings Leone, as used for the picturesque Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in the opening scenes of the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough, the views of Spain - or because of ignorance of the average American with them or by their sheer beauty - have served as the backdrop for many films. And now Hollywood stars are planting roots in Spanish soil. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones with their children spend their summers in Majorca, the largest island off the coast of Spain, like Claudia Schiffer. More family oriented celebs such as the Douglas family inhabit the north coast, while the south coast a glorious night life and many resorts that cater to the young and adventurous offers. Just a ferry ride to the island of Menorca is much visited for the day to take in the equally glorious weather Menorca Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are reportedly considering a Spanish property, but whether, given the recent Bilbao vacation spot or somewhere a little quieter to yet to be determined. Maybe they have somewhere near Barcelona or Madrid, then choose where celebrations for World Refugee Day are often held.The Costa del Sol, where the weather is almost perfect year round, is famous for its more than forty picturesque golf courses. Sean Connery lived in Marbella, where he enjoyed playing golf daily when not busy with projects. Joan Collins lived in Marbella before her celebrated role in the television drama Dynasty. This historic Andalusian city was used as background for the recent political and historical thrillers Syriana Munich.Perhaps and those working in the film, eager to get away from the ebb and flow of Tinseltown, looking to find a home far from home where their work receives accolades. The San Sebastian Film Festival attracts fixtures such as Jeremy Irons, Jessica Lange, and Mel Gibson Melanie Griffith. Director David Cronenberg attended the event after a friend told him that the best festival of the arts in the world.The country is another attraction for celebrities. From Goya's portraits of Picasso's blue period, the arts flourished in Spain. Cillian Murphy recently signed on with Al Pacino in a movie based on the Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dali to be filmed primarily in Spain. Spain offers visitors a diverse mix of Hollywood recreation, weather and intriguing culture. The country has attracted celebrities both the northern and southern coasts and many of the islands, and the stars is the perfect place for both film and starting a family too. From Sienna Miller sunbathing on the shores of Ibiza to Woody Allen movie called Vicky Christina Barcelona future work - that is a love letter to the legendary city types - modern movie stars can not seem to get enough of Spain.