When you’re snuggled up in your sweatpants and turn on a movie, you look to escape, perhaps for just a little while, to another place. The problem with watching movies set in Miami, Florida is that this tropical paradise is so enticing, you’ll want to turn off the DVR, pack your bag and head south to its sunny shores. Here are just 7 of the reasons you may be moving to Miami after watching films made in the lower part of the Sunshine State:
1) The Nightlife
In the film version of “Miami Vice”, an updated big-screen version of the popular 1980s drama of the same name, actor Colin Farrell plays James “Sonny” Crockett. One of the sexiest lines of the movie is when Sonny confesses “I’m a fiend for Mojitos”. He and his lady friend take a cigar boat to a chic nightclub for Mojitos, some salsa dancing, intrigue, and romance. Who wouldn’t want to live that life?
2) Beautiful People
With their sun-kissed skin and high fashion, the folks in Miami really are different than you and me. Just take a look the tanned, sculpted Demi Moore, playing a Miami mom fighting for child custody in the movie “Striptease” Genetically gifted specimens in bikinis and speedos are part of the gorgeous scenery in nearly every movie shot in Miami.
3) The Coffee
If you’ve ever wondered what’s in those tiny cups served up in films like “Scarface”, it’s a thick, rich delicious, coffee beverage the locals in Little Havana drink piping hot no matter how might the mercury soars. Learn more about the best places in Miami to savor this delightful drink.
4) The Beach!
With its beautiful white sand beaches, it’s no wonder so many snow birds block to Miami.
When Owen Wilson takes Marley with him to the beach, naturally the dog doesn’t behave. For ocean enthusiasts and dog lovers alike, that scene where John Grogan has heartfelt conversations with a golden dog on the golden sand with the waves rushing in makes “Marley and Me”, so classically Miami.
5) Mystery and Mayhem
Miami International Airport has been the location for many action thrillers like “Miami Blues”. The skyscrapers in Miami have also appeared as a backdrop for the dramatic climax in hit films such as “True Lies”.
6) Quirky Characters
If you’re a fan of the comedy “There’s Something About Mary”, you know it was set in Miami, where, due to humidity, hair gel is a must! Due to the hot sun and laid back lifestyle, people seem free to express themselves, like in the film “The Birdcage”, starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of the finale parade in that film?
7) Golfing
Hit the links like Danny Noonan in the classic film Caddyshack.
“Caddyshack”, the quintessential zany comedy, was filmed in Miami of course. If you’ve ever wanted to be a caddy who wins the day or join an exclusive golf club full of wacky characters, Miami’s beautiful golf courses are calling.
