10 Malaysian locations that made it into movies

Broga Hill is a great place for hiking. Photo: Tourism Malaysia

Never underestimate a dark, dingy alley in the city of Kuala Lumpur – it could one day be the location of an important scene in the next big blockbuster film.

If you’re a movie buff, you would probably realise that Malaysia is becoming a prime location for international movie productions. Film companies have shot scenes at iconic Malaysian spots, as well as incorporated both obscure and locally-known places into their work, either as an actual venue in the country or doubling up as another location.