A boy befriends a dolphin whose tail is damaged in a crab trap. He enlists some friends in creating a prosthetic tail for his flippered friend. The family-friendly film that is based on a true story stars Harry Connick Jr., Ashley Judd and Morgan Freeman. Scenes were filmed at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the Pinellas Technical Education Centers and Admiral Farragut … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Dolphin Tale
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Film Friday: Apollo 13
Based on a true story, Apollo 13 tells of a group of astronauts bound for the moon that become stranded in space after a mechanical problem. Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris star in the award-winning film. Filming locations include the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Filmed In: Merritt Island and Titusville, Florida; additional filming in … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Apollo 13
Film Friday: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
Based on the beloved children's book and Swedish film, The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking follows a young girl with wacky hair who is left alone with only her horse and monkey after her father's ship is carried away by a storm. She becomes friends with Tommy and Annika and the three get into trouble and find adventures. Filmed In: Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, and … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
Film Friday: GI Jane
A senator pushes for females to be allowed as Navy SEALs when one recruit takes the opportunity. Everyone expects her to fail the rigorous training. The film stars Demi Moore and Viggo Mortensen. Specific scenes were filmed at Camp Blanding in Florida. Filmed In: Beaufort, South Carolina; Richmond, Virginia; Washington, DC; Jacksonville, Middleburg and Starke, Florida; … [Read more...] about Film Friday: GI Jane
Small Town Saturday: Winter Park, FL
Winter Park is a Central Florida suburb located just 30 minutes North of Orlando’s major theme park attractions. Home to the state’s first four-year college—Rollins College, Winter Park is a quintessential historic college town. With a population of around 29,000 Winter Park maintains an intimate small-town feel, complete with a Saturday Farmer’s Market, a train depot, and a … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Winter Park, FL