May 5, 2025

Peru at the Cannes Film Market : an invitation to explore the country through its cinema

In its first appearance at the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film, Peru is showcasing its spectacular natural settings as an exceptional tourist and film destination.

Through the Film in Peru initiative, PROMPERÚ invites travelers and film professionals to discover the country’s wonders through iconic films shot in its territory.

Sandoval Lake, Madre de Dios region © Luis Francisco Gonzales / PROMPERÚ

Peru, an open-air studio

Peru has attracted major international productions with the diversity of its landscapes and the richness of its culture. Many regions have become veritable cinematic “characters”:

Cusco and Machupicchu are among the iconic locations in the blockbuster Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023). Several spectacular scenes were filmed in the historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu, as well as in the cobblestone streets and historic squares of Cusco, the capital of the ancient Inca empire.
In Paddington in Peru (2024), the famous British bear returns to the footsteps of his origins. The film depicts the city of Lima, with its contrasts between colonial architecture and modernity, the Andean landscapes around Cusco, and the depths of the Amazon rainforest, an area rich in biodiversity.
Two cinematic masterpieces by Werner Herzog, Aguirre: The Wrath of God (1972) and Fitzcarraldo (1982), were filmed in the depths of the Peruvian Amazon. Among the iconic locations are the surroundings of Iquitos, capital of the Loreto region, whose majestic landscapes contribute fully to the mystical and captivating atmosphere of the films. The story of Aguirre: The Wrath of God is also anchored in the Madre de Dios region, where the river of the same name, the Amazon rainforest, and the town of Puerto Maldonado play a key role in the narrative. These natural settings enhance the mise-en-scène and contribute to the dramatic intensity of these works, which have become cult classics.
Finally, the international series La Reina del Sur was also filmed in Cusco, the “Imperial City”, famous for its Inca and colonial heritage, as well as at the Malecón de Miraflores, a symbol of the contrast between modernity and tradition.

Kuélap archaeological complex, Amazonas region © Jhon Aguilar / PROMPERÚ .

Ten regions in the spotlight at the Film Market

The Peruvian stand at Cannes will highlight ten key regions with strong cinematic and tourist potential: Lima, Amazonas, Junín, Lambayeque, Áncash, La Libertad, Loreto, Arequipa, Piura and Tumbes . These territories are showcased through visual media illustrating the country’s extraordinary diversity: wild beaches, Andean highlands, lush jungle, deserts, colonial cities, etc.

Cinema, a vector of travel inspiration

Through its website www.filminperu.com , PROMPERÚ offers a catalog of filming locations open to professionals in the sector, but also to those curious who wish to follow in the footsteps of their favorite films. Each production filmed in Peru becomes an invitation to travel, an original and immersive way to discover a country where all stories are possible .

About PROMPERÚ

PROMPERÚ (Peru Promotion Commission for Export and Tourism) is the national organization dedicated to promoting tourism, exports, and investment in Peru. Its mission is to position the country as a premier destination for travelers, investors, and business partners worldwide. For more information, visit: www.peru.travel/en

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Sandoval Lake, Madre de Dios region © Luis Francisco Gonzales / PROMPERÚ .
Kuélap archaeological complex, Amazonas region © Jhon Aguilar / PROMPERÚ .

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