Filming Location
The Beach with the Wooden Dock
The stunning beach adorned with the wooden dock seen in the movie “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” was filmed on the picturesque island of Kefalonia. Wondering where exactly this location is? Simply click on the map pointer in the navigation area to find out!
“It’s too hot. The fish are all hiding in the rocks, or keeping cool at the bottom of the sea.”
Captain Corelli
Where Did They Film the Dock Scenes?
When Pelagia (Penélope Cruz) meets Madras (Christian Bale) on the wooden dock, a playful scene unfolds. Madras grabs Pelagia and throws her into the water, then jumps in after her. This memorable scene was filmed at the secluded Horgota beach, located in the northeastern part of the island of Kefalonia, Greece. It’s approximately a 45-minute drive from the town of Sami.
The jetty was specially constructed for the film and remained in place for several years after the production wrapped up. Sadly, over time, it has been dismantled, and the wooden structure is no longer there. However, a visit to Horgota beach is still worth your while, as the natural beauty of the place remains intact.
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Scenes filmed at Horgota beach:
Madras throws Pelagia into the sea Madras (Christian Bale) is fishing on a boat with a fishing net. Pelagia is walking onto the wooden jetty and looks at Madras. He docks his boat, telling Pelagia (Penélope Cruz) that it is too hot for fishing. Then he grabs her playfully and throws her into the water. He jumps after her, and they kiss in the water.
Madras says goodbye to Pelagia Madras (Christian Bale) is going to the partisans to fight against their enemy. He says goodbye to Pelagia on the shore beside the wooden pier. He kisses her and goes towards a boat that is tightened to the pier.
Captain Corelli leaves for Italy The partisans bring Captain Corelli (Nicolas Cage) to a boat. From there they will bring him back to Italy. On the shore, Pelagia (Penélope Cruz) waits for him. She says that she had to see him one last time. They say goodbye to each other and hugged for the last time. Then Captain Corelli leaves.
