Miami International Airport (MIA) is showcasing the captivating cinematic legacy of Miami-Dade County with a new exhibition titled “And Now, Our Feature Presentation: Miami Film Posters, 1941-2024.” The exhibition, unveiled on August 22nd, features 33 iconic Hollywood film posters, spanning eight decades of movies filmed in the region.
Located post-security at MIA’s Gate D31 Gallery, the exhibition will be on display until September 22nd, 2024. From October 2024 to March 2025, it will move to the pre-security area on the arrivals level of Concourse E, near door 11. Visitors can enjoy a captivating sizzle reel video featuring trailers and clips from the showcased films, adding another dimension to the exhibition experience.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava highlighted the exhibition’s impressive array of film posters, encompassing diverse genres and decades. The collection includes classic films like “The Godfather Part II” (1974) and “Lady in Cement” (1968), beloved romantic comedies such as “There’s Something About Mary” (1998), “Miami Rhapsody” (1995), and “Making Mr. Right” (1987), and action-comedy hits like the latest installment in the “Bad Boys” series, “Ride or Die” (2024).
The chronological journey through Miami’s cinematic history begins with the musical comedy “Moon Over Miami” (1941) and culminates with the recent release of “Ride or Die.” Miami-Dade County’s diverse landscapes, favorable climate, and vibrant cultural scene have attracted filmmakers since the 1910s, drawing talent from around the globe. Iconic locations, such as the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, have served as memorable backdrops for films like the 1964 James Bond classic “Goldfinger,” Jerry Lewis’s comedy “The Bellboy” (1960), “The Bodyguard” (1992), and the 2006 film adaptation of the groundbreaking television series “Miami Vice” (1984-1989).
The exhibition also pays tribute to iconic films like the crime drama “Scarface” (1983), whose poster became a pop culture phenomenon. Additional highlights include the HBO Max release “Father of the Bride” (2022), featuring Miami-raised stars Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan, and the Academy Award-winning film “Moonlight” (2016), directed by Miami native Barry Jenkins, who filmed scenes in Liberty City, the culturally and historically rich neighborhood where he grew up.
“Miami-Dade County has been a backdrop for countless iconic films for over a century. I’m incredibly proud to present this rich cinematic history to the millions of visitors at MIA,” stated a representative. “Kudos to Film Miami and the MIA team for launching this groundbreaking exhibition that honors our community’s legacy as a major hub for movie-making.”
The Miami-Dade Office of Film and Entertainment, known as Film Miami, serves as a comprehensive film commission, providing location scouting, logistics support, and film/photo permitting for Miami-Dade County and various municipalities. Acting as a liaison with government agencies, Film Miami also provides production information and referrals. The office oversees Florida’s largest film incentive program, nurtures new talent through its Education Initiative, and actively promotes Miami-Dade County to the global film industry.
Miami International Airport (MIA), recognized as the busiest airport in the United States for international freight and the second busiest for international passenger traffic, is undergoing a transformative $7 billion capital improvement program along with $1.7 billion in maintenance upgrades. MIA leads all U.S. airports in flights to Latin America and the Caribbean and plays a pivotal role as the primary economic driver for Miami-Dade County and Florida. The airport generates $31.9 billion in business revenue and accounts for about 60% of all international visitors to Florida each year.
