9 Movies That Perfectly Represent The Cities They Take Place In

In truly atmospheric movies, cities can actually feel like characters in the film, which perfectly represent the place in which they are set. From iconic releases of Italian neorealism to iconic works from modern musical classics, talented directors have been imbuing their films with a sense of time and place since the beginnings of cinema itself. While some movies encapsulate the awe-inspiring beauty of their city setting, others tap into the grimy underbelly of addiction, crime, and violence that make up urban landscapes.