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: Smokey and the Bandit
In one of Burt Reynolds' most memorable roles, Smokey and the Bandit was filmed throughout the South. Rednecks Bandit and Cledus accept a challenge to pick up a shipment of beer from Texas and return with it in a specified amount of time. Along the way, they have trouble with "the law" and pick up a young woman running away from her wedding, played by a young Sally … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Smokey and the Bandit
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