Heart of the Beast film crew filmed Alaska scenes in New Zealand
The production team for the survival drama Heart of the Beast shot scenes meant to depict the Alaskan wilderness on the South Island of New Zealand near Glenorchy.
Location choice explained by director
Director David Ayer stated that the wilderness serves as an essential character in the movie. The crew recreated the Land of the Midnight Sun setting instead of traveling to Alaska. Production designer Greg Berry noted that significant thought went into selecting locations and filming methods.
Production goals focused on realism
Berry wanted the journey for Sergeant Major James Belmont and his dog Odin to feel realistic. The team aimed to convey a dual sensibility of nature through their visual storytelling. They used the landscape to help tell the story as characters moved through remote areas.
Short schedule added energy
Ayer said the short production period of 45 days added energy to the filming process. The crew worked in very remote places during this race against time.
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