As we’ve reported, the historic seaside town of Southport, N.C. is currently the filming location for the upcoming movie, “Safe Haven,” starring Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough. Based on the Nicholas Sparks book, production on the film is underway through mid-August. Yesterday, the movie recreated the annual N.C. 4th of July Festival, with hundred of extras lining the streets as parade-goers an floats deigned by local residents.
Founded in 1792, this maritime village is a star in its own right with its picturesque style and scenery. Moss-draped live oaks shade street after street lined with perfectly-preserved architecture. The waterfront commands dramatic views of the Cape Fear River, two lighthouses and an island wildlife refuge, not to mention ships sailing up to Wilmington or out to the Atlantic.
If the waterfront locale, historic Victorian homes, or turn-of-the-19th century cemetery look familiar, it may be because they’ve appeared on the big and small screen. Southport’s scenery has appeared in A-list flicks including “Crimes of the Heart,” “A Walk to Remember,” “I Know What you Did Last Summer,” and the TV show, “Revenge.”
While Southport looks great on the big screen, it’s even better when enjoyed close-up. One of the best ways to see the sights is by bike with The Adventure Company or horse-drawn carriage tour with The Old South Tour Company.
Southport is one of the best places for great seafood too. Fishy-Fishy in the Rockport Yacht basin was featured in “Revenge” (which is now entirely filmed in L.A.) and a favorite of Josh Duhamel and Fergie. The fishing depot, American Fish Company (“I Know What You Did Last Summer”), is now a bar called Old American Fish Company and was also one of the filming locations for “Safe Haven.”
… Just saw the movie..”Safe Haven”… enjoyable even for guys.
Seemed very realistic ..not sure if based on a true story..but could be.
Enough romance to satisfy the women and one exquisitely beautiful
woman to keep the attention of the guys. The location and scenery
a perfect fantasy for anyone. The ghost figure was a pleasant and
surprise ending. Nice job..!!!!! I can’t wait for warm weather to visit
that area.
Christine…if you are going to blog, put your brain (?) in gear and spell correctly.