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Film: The Big Chill, 1983 Film: The Great Santini, — This blockbuster film 1978 — The city made really put Beaufort on the its big-screen debut with map as a popular tourist an adaptation of this Pat destination. Conroy novel. It seemed fitSiteS: The famed “Big Chill ting to film in the author’s house” is the same home hometown (see p. 40). used in The Great Santini. SiteS: “The Green,” It’s the historic “Tidalbetween King and Laurens located streets in downtown BeauThe Great Santini holm,”betweenin “The Point” Laurens fort, is where Ben finds his and Hancock streets (see p. father under a tree. Ben 20). Although a private residence, it offers great and Toomer drive down the Avenue of Oaks on photo ops from a distance. St. Helena Island, a breathtaking drive.
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Silver Screen Sites
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Beaufort’s Lowcountry good looks and small-town charm create a film-friendly atmosphere.
t first glance, Beaufort may seem like a sleepy small town, but take a closer look and you’ll discover the Vietnamese jungle, a revolutionary War battlefield, even a town in connecticut. Beaufort’s portrayed them all on the big screen. “the sweeping marsh vistas and sea island culture have long been attractions for filmmakers, photographers, artists and just about all other creative souls,” says ron tucker, president/ceO of the Beaufort film society and executive director of the Beaufort international film festival. see for yourself why filmmakers fall in love with the area, and find the sites from some of your favorite movies.
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Beaufort Official Visitors Guide 2011
Beaufort Official Visitors Guide 2011
Table of Contents
Welcome
About the Area
Beaufort's Beginning
Historic Attractions Map
Unspoiled Land & Views
Fresh-Food Fix
Arts Scene
Silver Screen Sites
An Ideal "I Do" Destination
A Place to Call Home
A Proud Place
Rest Easy
Business Listings
Accommodations
Dining
Calendar of Events
Here & There
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