25 Deserted Film Sets Frozen in Hollywood History
7. Huế City Set / Beckton Gas Works: Full Metal Jacket
To recreate the war-torn city of Huế for Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket (1987), an abandoned gas works in Beckton, East London, was dramatically transformed. This derelict industrial site, with its brutalist architecture, was partially demolished and styled to resemble battle-scarred Vietnam. After filming, the site remained derelict for years before further redevelopment. While much is gone, the area retains some industrial ruins and the haunting memory of its cinematic transformation, showcasing how filmmakers can repurpose urban decay into powerful cinematic landscapes.
