The village church that hosted a Hollywood whodunnit
Summary
A small church in Epping Forest, England, became a filming location for "Wake Up Dead Man," the latest movie in the Knives Out series. Hollywood stars such as Daniel Craig and Glenn Close filmed scenes at the Holy Innocents Church, which brought financial benefits and attention to the area. The crew used the entire area around the church, and the filming provided a significant economic boost to the local community.Key Facts
- Holy Innocents Church in Epping Forest was used as a filming location for a Knives Out movie called "Wake Up Dead Man."
- The church, built in 1873, was chosen because of its appearance and setting in the woods.
- The filming took place during the summer of 2024 with actors like Daniel Craig and Mila Kunis.
- Reverend Jane Yeadon was eager to be on set and ensured the church was protected during filming.
- The film's production provided significant financial support for the church, including repairs to the Grade II-listed building.
- The local economy benefited by over £1.3 million from the production's activities like catering and accommodation.
- Epping Forest, known for its ghost stories, may experience increased "screen tourism" due to the film's global reach.
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