Five Movies Set in Seattle

Whether you live in Seattle or are planning to relocate to the area, it’s always fun to see if you can spot some landmarks on the big screen (or on the little screen if you watch a streaming video). Following are five films you may want to take a look at to see whether you can spot anything of significance. The Parallax View (1974) is the story of an overly eager reporter who gets in deep water while investigating a senator’s assassination which in turn leads to conspiracy complications.10 Things I Hate About You (1999) is loosely based on Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” only this is story is set in a modern day high school. Sleepless in Seattle (1993) is a classic that you knew would be included in the list. Apart from the oh-so-famous antics of Meg Ryan the film showcases the romantic twinkling side of the city. The Ring (2002) is based on the story of a young journalist investigating a mysterious videotape that results in the death of anyone who sees it within one week of viewing. Say Anything (1989) is a romantic comedy starring a young John Cusack playing the role of an overachiever who falls in love with the class valedictorian during the summer before she heads off to college.