The highly anticipated film "G20," featuring Viola Davis, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Released on April 11, 2025, this political action movie showcases Davis in the role of Danielle Sutton, the fictional President of the United States. In this thrilling story, President Sutton embarks on a family trip to South Africa for the annual G20 summit, only to confront a terrorist group that takes world leaders hostage.
Directed by Patricia Riggen, "G20" blends action and drama as it follows President Sutton’s fight to protect her family and the world. Davis, who also serves as an executive producer, is joined by Anthony Anderson, who plays her husband. The film presents a high-stakes scenario where the fate of global cooperation hangs in the balance.
While the film is set in South Africa, it was actually filmed in Cape Town. However, some locations, like the hotel featured in the movie, were created digitally. The hotel, known as the Grand Diamont, does not exist in reality. Visual effects played a significant role in bringing this fictional setting to life, with the production team combining various locations and digital enhancements to create an impressive backdrop.
In interviews, visual effects supervisor Sean Farrow explained the effort behind the hotel’s creation, emphasizing the balance between cinematic grandeur and realism. The interior scenes were filmed on set, with visual effects used to create realistic views from windows, whether it was day or night.
Producers have noted that the unique hotel setting might lead to inquiries from tourists hoping to visit. However, they’ve confirmed that it’s purely a product of creative artistry and does not exist in Cape Town.
For those interested in action-packed films with a strong lead, "G20" promises a mix of excitement and political intrigue. You can watch it now on Amazon Prime Video.