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
Atlanta
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
Film Friday: We Are Marshall
We Are Marshall is based on a true story, telling of the 1970 plane crash, killing the entire football team and coaching staff of Marshall University. The surviving players and a new coach must rally their community to keep the team alive in their honor. Matthew McConaughey, Matthew Fox, January Jones and Kimberley Williams-Paisley star in the film. Filmed In: Atlanta, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: We Are Marshall
Visiting the Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium opened in 2005 and has become the world's largest aquarium in terms of size and the gallons held by the tanks. There are over 100,000 animals from 500 species in 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water. The over $300 million dollar project was supported by Home Depot co-founder Bernard Marcus. What to See at the Georgia Aquarium The … [Read more...] about Visiting the Georgia Aquarium
Visiting the Carter Presidential Library
One of Georgia's claims to fame is being home to former President Jimmy Carter. His presidential library is located near the Little Five Points neighborhood in Atlanta and is a popular stop for school groups. The over 60,000 square foot spaces includes archives and a museum of items relating to the president's life, as well as a research library. What to See at the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Carter Presidential Library
