The Biggest Box Office Hits Filmed in Each State

California: Chinatown

Roman Polanski’s Los Angeles-centric noir classic Chinatown, arguably one of the greatest movies ever made, tops the list for films shot in California. While the home of Hollywood certainly has its fair share of movies filmed within the state’s borders, Chinatown tops the list.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.