One of the biggest things to happen in Tallinn in the recent years, at least in terms of a little Hollywood fame - many memorable/important scenes from Christopher Nolan's 2020 released motion picture "Tenet" were filmed here. The locations can be found all over the city, and capture multiple architectural periods and styles - from Soviet to the modern era as well as a few glimpses of Old Town, other recognisable Tallinn landmarks, and the passenger port area.
Here are a few of the more interesting locations which you'll be able to visit while in Tallinn.
Linnahall - "Kyiv Opera House" Soviet-era concert hall (now closed while awaiting renovations, it can still be viewed and climbed) - used for the film's dramatic opening scene. Linnahall. Photo by Kadi-Liis Koppel, visittallinn.com Kumu Art Museum - "Oslo Freeport" Contemporary art museum with stunning modern architecture which contrasts the surrounding, Kadriorg Park and Presidential Palace - used for the fictional location set in Oslo. KUMU. Photo by Kadi-Liis Koppel, visittallinn.com
Laagna Road - Soviet-era freeway which winds through the Lasnamäe living district, Tallinn's largest - used for the thrilling car-chase scene. Laagna road. Photo by Kadi-Liis Koppel, visittallinn.com
Train tracks at the edge of the Telliskivi Creative City - where Old Town and the train station and bustling Baltijaam market meets the funky and hip Kalamaja area - railway track action scene.
Maarjamäe Memorial Complex - first built in the 1970's and recently added to, this complex with it's large concrete Obelisk now serves as a memorial to remember the victims of the Soviet Union - scene for a very intense and highly intriguing discussion. Maarjamäe Memorial complex
As we mentioned, there are many other locations to discover, a complete list with more background and info can be found at:
https://visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/ideas-tips/tips-and-guides/tenet-filming-locations
If you're a film buff, Christopher Nolan fan or just loved "Tenet", we're sure you'll get a kick out of visiting some - or all, of the various locations.