Films Featuring the Overseas Highway
The Overseas Highway, which connects the Florida Keys, has been featured in several films, including:
- Key Largo (1948): Although not extensively filmed on location, the movie's plot involves a journey down the Overseas Highway.
- 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003): The film's opening scene features a high-speed drive down the Overseas Highway.
- True Lies (1994): The movie's action sequence features a chase scene on the Overseas Highway.
- Goldfinger (1964): The James Bond film features a scene where Bond (Sean Connery) drives down the Overseas Highway.
- Up Close & Personal (1996): The romantic drama film features a scene where the characters drive down the Overseas Highway.
Iconic Landmark
The Overseas Highway has become an iconic landmark in Florida, and its appearance in films often adds to the cinematic experience. The highway's unique scenery and stunning ocean views make it a popular location for filmmakers.
Give me the history of the Flagler Railroad going through the Florida Keys down to Key West. What happened to it?
Did the Flagler Railroad actually run before the hurricane destroyed it?