Today in Wheeling History: June 10--The science fiction thriller film "Super 8," featuring scenes filmed in Wheeling and Weirton, was released (2011).
"Super 8" is a 2011 science fiction thriller film written and directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg. The movie is set in the summer of 1979 and follows a group of young friends in a small Ohio town who witness a mysterious train crash while making a Super 8 movie. As strange events unfold, they discover that something otherworldly has escaped from the wreckage. While the primary filming location for "Super 8" was Weirton, West Virginia, some scenes were also filmed at the Wheeling-Ohio County Airport in Wheeling, WV. The airport provided an authentic backdrop for the film's setting, contributing to the movie's nostalgic 1970s atmosphere. The film was praised for its homage to classic Spielberg films and its blend of suspense, adventure, and heartfelt storytelling. "Super 8" was released on June 10, 2011, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, becoming a box office success. The movie's connection to Wheeling highlights the city's appeal as a filming location, showcasing its unique charm and historical significance.
To learn more: IMDB (https://tinyurl.com/3rr3npe6), LocationsHub (https://tinyurl.com/nhjyea75), Top of WV CVB (https://tinyurl.com/3ymmarms), Wikipedia (https://tinyurl.com/23sv3m38) (https://tinyurl.com/29w44dsh)
Photo caption and credit: Super 8 movie poster (IMP Awards via Wikimedia Commons)
"Super 8" is a 2011 science fiction thriller film written and directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg. The movie is set in the summer of 1979 and follows a group of young friends in a small Ohio town who witness a mysterious train crash while making a Super 8 movie. As strange events unfold, they discover that something otherworldly has escaped from the wreckage. While the primary filming location for "Super 8" was Weirton, West Virginia, some scenes were also filmed at the Wheeling-Ohio County Airport in Wheeling, WV. The airport provided an authentic backdrop for the film's setting, contributing to the movie's nostalgic 1970s atmosphere. The film was praised for its homage to classic Spielberg films and its blend of suspense, adventure, and heartfelt storytelling. "Super 8" was released on June 10, 2011, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, becoming a box office success. The movie's connection to Wheeling highlights the city's appeal as a filming location, showcasing its unique charm and historical significance.
To learn more: IMDB (https://tinyurl.com/3rr3npe6), LocationsHub (https://tinyurl.com/nhjyea75), Top of WV CVB (https://tinyurl.com/3ymmarms), Wikipedia (https://tinyurl.com/23sv3m38) (https://tinyurl.com/29w44dsh)
Photo caption and credit: Super 8 movie poster (IMP Awards via Wikimedia Commons)
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