Ready for Its Close Up: Filming in Florida
1-Time Lecture | To register, please call us at: 305-919-5900.
For over a century, Florida has been a cinematic treasure, with its sunny skies and diverse landscapes making it the perfect backdrop for countless films and TV shows. From silent film icons like Theda Bara to modern hits like Miami Vice and Moonlight, Florida has played a starring role in both Hollywood and television history. Join Sylvia Gurinsky for a fascinating journey through the Sunshine State’s rich film history, exploring the stories behind iconic productions and why Florida continues to be a favorite destination for filmmakers.
- This talk takes place at the beautiful Plaza at Park Square in Aventura.
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Sylvia Gurinsky
Born in Miami, Sylvia Gurinsky is a history consultant, tour guide and freelance writer who works with Context Travel, Florida International University and other lifelong learning programs, as well as the Girls Empowerment and Mentoring program at the Women’s Park in Miami.
She co-hosts the television series “Roadside Florida” for the Lynn & Louis Wolfson Florida Moving Image Archives. She has worked as an educator and tour guide at History Miami Museum and was a journalist at WPLG-Channel 10 and the Jewish Journal. She is a proud FIU alumnus.