Atlanta was formed as Terminus, where the Atlantic railroad terminated. It was burned to the ground during the Civil War, but famously rose from the ashes. The phoenix is still the city's mascot for this reason. Atlanta was home to the 1996 Olympics, which were marred by the bombing. It's been home to celebrities and musicians and is now one of the top filming locations … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Atlanta, Georgia
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Film Friday: The Big Chill
A group of college friends reunite in South Carolina for the funeral of a friend and sparks fly as each compares what they've accomplished over the last few years. The Big Chill made stars of Glenn Close, Kevin Kline and Jeff Goldblum, among others. Specific scenes were filmed on Laurens Street in Beaufort, South Carolina, specifically the Tidalholm Mansion, the main filming … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Big Chill
Film Friday: Diary of a Mad Black Woman
As with most Tyler Perry films, Diary of a Mad Black Woman is filmed in Atlanta. It tells of a seemingly perfect couple who falls apart as the wife finds out her husband plans on divorcing her. Kimberly Elise, Tyler Perry, Steve Harris, Shemar Moore and Cicely Tyson star in the comedy. Filmed In: Atlanta, Georgia If You Like: Waiting to Exhale, The Single Mom's Club … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Diary of a Mad Black Woman
Small Town Saturday: Jekyll Island, GA
As one of Georgia's Golden Isles, Spanish moss-covered Jekyll Island was once the stomping grounds for the country's most powerful and elite, including the Rockefellers, Morgans, and Vanderbilts. The Jekyll Island Club served as the social club and resort in the pre-war days where visitors could hunt, ride horses and play golf. It was here that the first transcontinental … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Jekyll Island, GA
Film Friday: The Legend of Bagger Vance
A former soldier turned struggling golfer, played by Matt Damon, meets a caddy with what seems like special powers, played by Will Smith, in The Legend of Bagger Vance. Charlize Theron also stars. Filmed In: Savannah and Jekyll Island, Georgia; Beaufort, Bluffton, Charleston, Hilton Head Island and Kiawah Island, South Carolina. If You Like: The Rookie, For the Love of … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Legend of Bagger Vance
