In the Appalachian town of Big Stone Gap, a spinster named Ave Maria Mulligan hides a family secret that comes out into the open. Small town life soon changes for her with more attention than she ever experienced. The film stars Whoopi Goldberg, Ashley Judd, Patrick Wilson, Jane Krakowski and Jenna Elfman. Filmed In: Big Stone Gap, Virginia If You Like: A Prarie Home … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Big Stone Gap
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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
Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is the most scenic highway in the South, running from Waynesboro, Virginia to Cherokee, North Carolina. The beloved drive brings in travelers from all over the world to stop at the overlooks on their motorcycles, go for extended hikes or simply learn about the history and culture of the area. It's especially stunning in the fall when the leaves are … [Read more...] about Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway
Film Friday: The Exorcist
No film may capture classic horror more than The Exorcist, which tells of a young girl who has been possessed by the devil. Her worried mother seeks the help of two priests in Washington DC to save her daughter. The film transformed the genre and made stars of Linda Blair and Ellen Burstyn. It was the first horror movie nominated for an Academy Award and had a number of … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Exorcist
This Is My South: Stephanie Yoder
This post is part of a series where we interview prominent Southerners or Southern transplants about what they love so much about this area and why others should visit. If you are interested in being featured, leave a comment or send me an email. Stephanie Yoder is a freelance writer and the blogger behind the site Twenty Something Travel. She grew up in the Washington DC … [Read more...] about This Is My South: Stephanie Yoder
