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Nicolas Cage 'Knows' Melbourne

March 19, 2009 at 11:27 PM | by cmb | 0 Comments

Nicholas Cage’s latest fantasy flick, "Knowing", opens in theaters everywhere today. The movie, about a teacher who opens a time capsule and realizes that his family plays a role in some chilling predictions contained inside, is set in Boston but was filmed in Melbourne, Australia. Cage also filmed "Ghost Rider" in Melbourne in 2007. Here’s a guide to help you get to ‘know’ Melbourne.

What to Stay:
The Grand Hyatt Melbourne recently spent a fortune on renovations that include a trendy new lobby, restaurant, and bar. The hotel is also centrally located near shops, restaurants, and late night hotspots. Currently, rates start at US$219.

Where to Eat:
Chef Teage Ezard’s signature restaurant, the aptly named Ezard, serves bold dishes inspired by a variety of international cuisines ranging from Asian to French. Ezard receives raves for its modern décor and the ability to create unique dishes like the roast duck with green chilli and shallot sauce, stir fried silk melon garlic shoots and rice noodle rolls. Ezard is open daily but reservations are preferred.

What to See:
One of Melbourne’s most popular tourist attractions is also one of "Knowing’s" filming locations. St. Patrick’s Cathedral was designed by William Wardell and is regarded internationally as the finest ecclesiastical building in Australia and a pre-eminent example of the Gothic Revival style. The cathedral is open to the public everyday for touring and morning Mass.

Related Stories:
· Locations [Filmed in Melbourne]
· Cage puts Melbourne on the film map [The Age]
· Movie Set Travel [Jaunted]

[Photo: Slashfilm]

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