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3 Famous Movies and Films Set in North Carolina
2021-06-04
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In its heyday, North Carolina was referred to as the "Hollywood of the East Coast." Over 400 feature-length films have been shot here, as well as numerous television shows. So today, we're taking a look at movies that were set in North Carolina over the years, many of which may surprise you! North Carolina has undoubtedly had its fame and enjoyed countless of scenes as a backdrop for some of the most beloved films ever.
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Let us take a look at 3 of the famous movies and films set in North Carolina:
Safe Haven (I) (2013)
Safe Haven (I) happened in Southport, North Carolina, is surprised by the sudden appearance of a mysterious woman named Katie. Her sudden presence raises questions about Katie's past. Katie, beautiful and self-effacing, seems determined to avoid building personal connections until events force her into two relationships: one with Alex, a widowed store owner with a kind heart and two young children, and one with her plainspoken neighbor Jo. Katie lets down her guard as she settles into the close-knit community and becomes increasingly attached to Alex and his family. Despite falling in love, Katie struggles with a frightening secret that sets her on a terrifying journey to Southport, a secluded oasis. Katie learns, with Jo's empathetic, stubborn support, that she must choose between a life of transient safety and one of greater risk and that love is the only true refuge in the darkest hour.
The Longest Ride is based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks about the star-crossed love affair between Luke, a former bull rider looking for redemption, and Sophia, a college student about to begin her dream job in New York City's art world. When facing conflicting paths and ideals, Sophia and Luke make a fateful connection with Ira, whose memories of his decades-long romance with his beloved wife inspire the young couple. It examines enduring love and its challenges and rewards across generations and two intertwining love stories.
A Walk to Remember is about two very young lives of love and loss. A practical joke by Landon Carter and his friends throws Jamie Sullivan and Landon Carter together. Landon is forced to participate in after-school activities, including the spring play, to leave a boy in the hospital. Being incapable of acting, Landon seeks out Jamie's assistance, a beautiful but somewhat invisible individual. As you can see, Jamie isn't looking for attention. Most of the time, she keeps to herself and is quiet. Every day Landon and his friends make fun of Jamie for her day-to-day duties, but Landon gets the courage to ask her for help one day. Landon somehow falls in love with the beautiful minister's daughter during the trials and tribulations leading up to the play. Landon abandons his friends to be with the girl. The two share true love, but a heartbreaking secret lies between them. Can they save their relationship and make all their dreams come true?
Firestarter...very 1st movie filmed here. I was an extra! Loose Cannons starring Dan Aykroyd, Dom DeLuise and Gene Hackman. Cat's Eye a book by Stephen King.
GoliathSlayer
2021-06-05
Unfortunately, Georgia has eaten NC's lunch with movie making. They don't just film there - they have numerous, massive studios in multiple parts of the state.
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