So You Think You Know Oklahoma? Buckle Up for Our Tinseltown Tale!
Oklahoma: land of cowboys, Native American heritage, and...wait for it...Hollywood? Yep, you read that right. The Sooner State has rolled out the red carpet for a surprising number of flicks. From classics that tug at your heartstrings to quirky comedies that will have you snorting popcorn, Oklahoma's landscapes and locations have been a backdrop for some seriously entertaining films.
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| What Movies Were Filmed In Oklahoma |
From Dust Bowl Dramas to Twister Chaos: A Genre Grab Bag
Dust off your tissues: The Grapes of Wrath, that heart-wrenching tale of the Joad family during the Great Depression, brought the struggles of Oklahomans to the big screen. Fun Fact: John Ford, the legendary director, filmed the movie near Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and even used local folks as extras!
Get your motor runnin': Buckle up for classics like Two-Lane Blacktop, a road movie that showcases the desolate beauty of Oklahoma highways, and Dillinger, a crime drama that brought the notorious bank robber's Midwest exploits to life.
Let's get weird (in a good way!): UHF, the cult classic comedy starring "Weird Al" Yankovic, wouldn't have been the same without the backdrop of fictional UHF station Channel 62 in Congregation Point (filmed in Tulsa, of course).
Hold on to your hats (literally!): Twister, the film that made us all terrified of rogue weather patterns, filmed those epic storm scenes in Wakita, Oklahoma. Who knew chasing tornadoes could be so visually stunning (and, okay, a little terrifying)?
But Wait, There's More!
This is just a taste of the cinematic smorgasbord filmed in Oklahoma. Coming-of-age stories like The Outsiders and Rumble Fish found their heart in Tulsa. Rain Man's iconic road trip took a detour through Oklahoma, and August: Osage County brought the drama (and dysfunctional family dynamics) to the big screen with a distinctly Okie flavor.
So next time you settle in for a movie night, keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of Oklahoma! You might just be surprised by what Sooner State gems you find.
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How-To FAQs for the Oklahoma Film Buff:
How to find a list of movies filmed in Oklahoma?
There are a few ways! The Oklahoma Film + Music Office [OKLAHOMA FILM + MUSIC OFFICE] has a handy filmography you can browse. You can also search online databases like IMDb using keywords like "filmed in Oklahoma."
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How to visit a filming location in Oklahoma?
Many filming locations are publicly accessible! Do some research online to find out where your favorite scene was shot, then hit the road for your own Oklahoma movie magic adventure.
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How to convince Hollywood to film your screenplay...in Oklahoma?
The Oklahoma Film + Music Office can be your resource! They offer incentives and support for filmmakers to shoot in the state.
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How to channel your inner Sooner State filmmaker?
Grab your camera phone (or that fancy film equipment you've been saving up for) and start creating! Oklahoma has endless possibilities for storytelling.
How to tell your friends you're an Oklahoma movie expert?
Casually drop this post into conversation. They'll be impressed by your knowledge of Oklahoma's hidden Hollywood history!
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