Charlize Theron Takes on the Australian Wild in Netflix’s Upcoming Film ‘Apex’
The upcoming Netflix original Apex is a high-stakes survival thriller directed by Baltasar Kormákur, scheduled for a global release on April 24, 2026. While the story follows a grieving rock climber, the true star of the film is its breathtaking and unforgiving Australian setting. The Landscape as a Character Filmed extensively across New South Wales, the production utilizes the rugged beauty of the Blue Mountains to create an atmosphere of isolation and dread. Key filming locations included: Wandarra National Park: Serving as the primary wilderness backdrop. Glenbrook Gorge: Used for intense river and climbing sequences. Sydney & Western Sydney: Providing the urban contrast to the deep bushland. Charlize Theron’s Physical Performance Academy Award winner Charlize Theron stars as Sasha, an "adrenaline junkie" seeking solace in the wild. In a feat of extreme method acting, Theron reportedly performed many of her own stunts, including climbing mountain f...