* Germany: Most of the film was shot in Germany, including the fictional city of "Düsseldorf" which was actually filmed in Berlin.
* Other locations: The film also features scenes shot in:
* California, USA: The opening scenes of the film were shot on the beaches of Malibu, California.
* London, England: There are some scenes shot in London, specifically in the underground.
* Other European locations: There are some scenes shot in other European locations like the Netherlands and Spain.
The film's production design was very ambitious, recreating the fictional city of "Düsseldorf" in a number of locations. This involved setting up elaborate sets and using visual effects to create a sense of scale and grandeur.