25 Deserted Film Sets Frozen in Hollywood History

21. "Waterworld" Atoll Remnants, Hawaii, USA: A Sunken Saga

The notoriously expensive 1995 film "Waterworld" featured a colossal, purpose-built atoll set off the coast of Kawaihae, Hawaii. This floating fortress, a marvel of engineering, faced numerous challenges during production, including a hurricane. After filming, parts of the massive structure reportedly sank or were dismantled, while other elements were repurposed or simply left to the mercy of the ocean. Its remnants, whether visible or submerged, tell a tale of extreme filmmaking ambition and the ephemeral nature of even the grandest cinematic constructions.