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History of Miami & Miami Nicknames

Since the 16th century the area that we now call Miami has been inhabited by Indians and early settlers.. Early Tequesta Indians settled in the area referring to it as Mayaimi meaning “big water” or “sweet water,” both thought to be a reference to Lake Okeechobee. Spanish settlers attempted to take over the area in 1567 but the Tequesta would remain in old Miami for several more years.

In the 1700s Great Britain gained control of the area and later in 1821 when Florida was acquired from Spain a diverse group of settlers began moving into Miami. This would appear to be the beginning of the population boom for the city.

Julia D. Tuttle

Early settler Julia D. Tuttle is known as the “mother of Miami.” Tuttle would later provide Henry M. Flagler half of her landholdings alongside William B. Brickell who also gave half of his landholdings to Henry M. Flagler for the extension of the Florida East Coast Railway which took place in 1896. 

The decision to extend the railway came following a hard freeze that took place in the winter of 1894 into 1895 in which time most of Florida’s citrus crop was damaged and deemed useless.

Tuttle sent a fresh orange blossom to Henry M. Flagler proving that the hard freeze, although impacting much of Florida’s citrus crops, did not reach as far south as Miami.

The railway expansion would save Florida’s citrus crops by providing access further south where crops would not freeze. Thus, with the expansion of the railway started and the construction of the Royal Palm Hotel underway, tourism would spike. The city of Miami was incorporated at this time.

Miami in the early 1900s

In the 1920s the land boom would skyrocket the city’s population to more than triple the previous population. Throughout the early 1900s, architecture would be a major focus on the city as several Art Deco buildings began popping up, that is until World War II began.

By the end of World War II. Soldiers had replaced tourists and the posh oceanfront hotels along the vast stretches of the beach throughout Miami had been converted to house rifle ranges. 

Many of the soldiers would return to Miami after the war to reside in the city. Cubans especially began flocking to the area throughout the 1950s as the US federal government was very relaxed with their assimilation aid to Cuban immigrants making Miami a prime location.

The Late 1900s

Tourism would pick up for several years leading into the 1980s when Miami’s outlook would shift from that of a popular beachfront location with plenty of historical culture to that of a criminal cocaine ring complete with crime, murders and the drugs to go with it.

Tourism would slow dramatically into the 1990s as a result of the bad reputation Miami had gained. It wasn’t until the end of the 20th century that Miami’s tourism would rebound and people would begin flocking back to the city.

Hurricane Andrew

Things went well for Miami for several years until the inevitable happened–a Hurricane. Not just any hurricane though, this was the superstorm of the century, Hurricane Andrew.

Fortunately, Andrew made landfall just south of Miami and spared the city for the most part, but that didn’t mean people were not concerned about the proximity of Miami to the Atlantic Ocean and the potential for potentially catastrophic Hurricanes.

Today, the city still features bus signs that show visitors and residents alike the locations where Evacuation Approved Bus Stops will take place in the event of a state emergency.

Cultural diversity

Today the majority of the city is made up of Cuban Americans and various other Hispanic/ Latino populations. Several neighborhoods within the city are popularly named after the demographics of those residing in the area such as “Little Haiti,” which is just north of the downtown area and a primary area of town for Haitians.

Additionally, “Little Havana,” located deep into downtown Miami is an area rich with Cuban history and also home to the annual Calle Ocho festival which is a Carnival Miami celebration that draws a significant amount of tourists to the city each year.

In addition to Little Havana, and Little Haiti, Miami also has been given the following nicknames over the years:

• Capital of Latin America
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• The Gateway to Latin America
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• North Cuba
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• Magic City

South Florida and its rich culture

A city with such a rich culture and booming economic growth over the past 100 years is understandably nicknamed the Magic City. In fact, Miami earned the nickname “Magic City” because snowbirds, winter visitors that flocked to Miami each year, noticed the consistent and rapid growth in population and would say that the city grew so much year after year that it was like Magic.

Various other theories have also come up when discussing Miami’s nickname including the fact that traffic seems to rise instantly at 4 p.m. every, single, day and the fact that an early story written about Miami referred to the town a “the Magic City.” To this day there are several potential reasons for Miami to be considered the Magic City, take your pick on whichever makes the most sense to you.

Famous TV Productions & Movies Filmed in Miami

Several famous movies and films have been produced in Miami over the years. Throughout the city, iconic Art Deco hotels and sunny beachside strips of road lend to a wide-scale opportunity for a diverse backdrop for any film production. Palm tree-lined streets in Miami, a staple for Florida’s beach recognition, are seen in several of America’s most beloved films and TV shows of all time. 

Lincoln Road Mall in the center of Miami Beach was the location for a shoot of The Birdcage featuring the late Robin Williams and actor Nathan Lane. The two are seen strolling down the strip of Miami’s most iconic shopping street.

Dating back to the 1980s, Scarface filmed a chainsaw scene on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach at the Fontainebleau, a hotel that is well known by tourists coming for a visit to Miami. The same hotel was also used in the filming of The Bodyguard featuring the late Whitney Houston.

Ocean Drive was also home to scenes from the movie Step Up Revolution which featured vintage cars and blasting music playing along the streets with a backdrop of Art Deco-style buildings and of course plenty of palm trees.

Bad Boys 1,2,& 3

Bad Boys II would be filmed at the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami. And Bayside would be home to the set of Miami Vice which filmed in the area from 1984 until 1990 when the show came to a wrap.

Miami Vice would feature several iconic locations throughout the city giving viewers a glimpse into the district without the need to actually arrive for a visit. Also filmed at the Vizcaya was the scene where Ace finds a shark in the basement from the movie Ace Ventura Pet Detective.

Other Famous Films

Additional movies filmed in Miami include There’s Something About Mary, Any Given Sunday, and Marley and Me. Each of these films features a unique backdrop set in the heart of Miami. From the use of various Miami sports locations including the Homestead Sports Complex and appearances at the Vizcaya and neighboring Cardozo Hotel in South Beach, Miami tends to pop up a lot on the Big Screen.

In addition to the various movies that have been filmed in Miami so too have various TV shows. Notable TV shows include several hits such as Burn Notice, The Jackson Gleason Show, and Ballers, an HBO miniseries.

The Impact of Miami 

Although Miami has always been home to a diverse filmmaking community, it’s probably Miami Vice that put the city on the map and kept it there for over a decade. Miami Vice produced a visual representation of a Miami that didn’t actually exist, at least not yet.

Over time, the Miami nightlife and culture, in general, would adopt many of the same glitz and glamor profiles originally featured in the TV Show.

While there are a ton of Miami tv shows and movies filmed in the area, don’t be fooled. Several shows appear to take place in Miami as far as the plot goes but they are not actually filmed there. These include the Golden Girls and CSI Miami to name a few.

Miami Film Office, Film Organizations & Local Film Groups

The Miami Film Commission is the go-to resource for filmmakers that enter Miami and need permits or various other resources to make their productions run smoothly. Known locally as FilMiami, the full-service film commission provides assistance with logistics, location permitting, crowd control, and referral resources.

FilMiami also acts as the liaison between filmmakers and local government offices. In connection with the cities of Miami Beach and North Miami, several local incentives that are stackable are offered in the County to assist in film production. Contact the Miami-Dade Office of Film & Entertainment to learn more.

Film and permit applications are available online at the Miami Beach government website for film productions taking place within the city of Miami Beach specifically.

Permit applications available on the Miami Beach Government website are for productions that will be solely confined to Miami Beach and will not use any County services. Submit an application for production online for the quickest acceptance.

Miami-Dade County locations for filming

Productions that utilize Miami-Dade County locations or which use any local services such as police, use of County roads, or any use of Miami-Dade Transit Association busses or other transportation resources will require a One-Stop Permit which can be found at the Miami Film Commission website previously linked above.

If you’re unsure as to what permits you need for your production, contact the Miami FIlm Commission to appropriately clear up any questions that you have.

In addition to these major resources, several film associations and local groups can be found throughout the city offering a healthy mix of educational opportunity, support, and networking for filmmakers of all skill levels.

The following film associations have chapters or provide services in Miami:

• AEF – the American Advertising Federation of Greater Miami which provides support to advertising executives and media professionals throughout the industry.
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• AICP – Association of Independent Commercial Producers Florida Chapter provides exclusive support to businesses that specialize in commercial production.
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• Film Gate – a comprehensive group designed to deliver networking opportunities to Florida filmmakers.
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• NALIP – National Association of Latin Independent Producers which provides resources for Latino and Latina producers in Miami and nationwide.
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• National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – the Suncoast Chapter is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to excellence in television and is more widely known for the deliverance of annual EMMY AWARDS.
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• WIFT-FL – Women in Film & Television Florida film chapter supports both women and men in the film industry in Miami and worldwide.

Miami TV/Film Unions and Guilds

Various film unions and guilds operate in Miami to provide filmmakers with resources and support that guides them along productive careers in the film industry.

Florida is a right-to-work state, therefore representation by a Union is not required nor are employers permitted to require Union involvement in order to hire the talent of your choice. Membership to a union, or your decision not to seek Union membership, is solely up to you. 

The following film unions and guilds can be found operating and offering support to Miami filmmakers, production specialists and members of the Miami production industry:

• Directors Guild of America which provides a collective voice of 18K members with backgrounds as diverse as the city.
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• IATSE Local 477 which provides resourceful assistance aimed at providing collective bargaining to support members from 23 states including Florida.
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• IATSE Local South Florida which offers a wide list of resources for stagehands, audio engineers, exhibit employees and various other film crew members.
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• IATSE 600 Central which offers representation to local cinematographers throughout Miami and nationwide.
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• SAG-AFTRA  which provides support to some 160K actors and production crew members worldwide.
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• Writers Guild of America which provides representation for writers in various industries including motion picture, cable television and broadcasting.

For details on any of the above listed local Miami film unions and guilds, reach out to the organization directly via phone or email communication.

Miami Weather and Geography

Filmmakers come to Miami to produce movies but they stay because the climate is so welcoming and pleasant. Despite the summers which can be uncomfortable unless you’re on the water, Miami’s weather is mostly warm and or actually what the majority of us would consider downright HOT. 

The irresistible coastline of Miami is made up of 35 miles of beach that run from the tip of South Beach to the area of Sunny Isles circling Key Biscayne as well as various other islands off the immediate coast of Florida.

The Local Beaches

Waters are warm year-round which lends to a thriving watersport scene along Miami that doesn’t tend to die down even in the winter months. Vacationers flock to Miami beaches year-round to enjoy all the Magic City has to offer.

Throughout the summer months into what others would consider early Fall, Miami experiences a wet season from May through mid-October. Highs average out in the upper 80s to low 90s during this time and peak humidity can stay close to 100% for much of the time.

In fact, Miami is one of several locations in Florida that can see rain on one side of the road and sunny skies across the street on a regular basis. Hello, Florida weather! Need to film? Choose Beverly Boy Miami video production for your next film project.

Snowbirds flock to Miami

Snowbirds flock to Miami because there’s never been snow in the city. A few snow flurries are said to have drifted toward the city in January of 1977 but nothing that would accumulate and be considered actual snow.

In fact, cold temperatures tend to rarely fall below 40 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter.

Hurricane Season

Outdoor film productions in Miami should regard the climate and geography just to ensure no surprises. Hurricane season runs from June through early November with a peak in late September and early October.

Be prepared for more than just potential rain during these months as Miami runs along the Atlantic Ocean where several powerful storms cast their destruction each year.

Aside from the occasional Hurricane, preparing for an outdoor shoot in Miami isn’t too difficult. Cloud cover is rather minimal most of the time and if you can cope with the humidity you are golden. Beach scenes, especially those in the warm waters that tend to average about 86 degrees year-round, are well caught in the Magic City.

Nearby Swamplands

Inland, off the coast, Miami is relatively flat with expansive Lake Okeechobee nearby. Swamplands and plenty of alligators as well as snakes and other natural predators are found in nearby Florida Everglades to the west of Miami. No matter what brings you to Miami, the pleasant weather and pristine geography will likely keep you around.

Miami Economy, Demographics, & Miami Transportation

Miami has long been a tourist destination with an eclectic mix of Hispanics, Latinos, Cubans, and Central Americans as well as African Americans.

In the 1920s the land boom would skyrocket the city’s population to more than triple the previous population but a major hurricane in 1926 would harm the city’s demographic structure and place difficult pressure on the local economy. Check out this video from TampaArialMedia to explore Miami from above

Miami 2021 – Travel Destination of the World

Housing in Miami will certainly cost you. In fact, if you’re lucky enough to live near water, you’re likely to pay upwards of $600K for your home. Near the beach, you will be upwards of $1.1 million or more. 

The demographics of Miami are culturally rich and diverse. The city is the most populated area in a southern Metro Region with the exception of Washington DC. Residents, filmmakers and visitors alike love the county’s rich population.

Home to some 12K people per square mile, Miami is the 44th most populated city of the southeast US, but don’t let this fool you. Miami is perfect for refining corporate culture that fits within the production. Call Beverly Boy Miami video production for your next video project.

Transportation throughout Miami

Transportation throughout Miami can be downright difficult to navigate for a visitor. Public transit includes free trolleys, railways, a bus transit system, and of course Uber and local taxis.

The MetroRail is provided throughout the 25 mile stretch of Miami offering a monorail style transport to and from Miami International Airport. Visit Downtown Miami, South Miami, and other smaller neighborhoods in between via the Metrorail. 

Around the Metro

To get to the Miami International Airport, consider either the Metrorail Orange Line or use MetroMover to loop around town. Several shops and restaurants are found at the end of a Metromover Route which can take you to various shopping, entertainment, and cultural locations as well as to local Miami schools, hospitals, and similar facilities.

In addition to luxury car rentals and basic car delivery service in Miami, several transportation options exist to help visitors get around the town. The Metrobus is the local bus program that runs throughout the city and the Miami Trolley offers a quick and quirky trip around town for free.

Experience one or many of the transportation elements of busy Miami and use them all to your advantage as you get to know the tricks of the locals that use this form of transport each and every day. You’ll be equally enlightened and satisfied that you did.

Miami Recreational Activities

There’s plenty to see and do in Miami and most of it focuses on the outdoor charm of the city or, inside, at various bars, restaurants, and retail establishments. Some of the best recreational activities in Miami include boat rentals, kayaking, and similar boat-related events.

Both newcomers and residents alike enjoy the city’s richly diverse recreational atmosphere. Select Beverly Boy Miami video production for your next project.

Caribbean influence leads the city to an expensive yet culturally seductive recreational side. Not as glamorous as Hollywood or as glitzy as Las Vegas, but equally flashy and superficial. Miami recreation is equal parts indulgence and glamour with a heavy splash of culture thrown in. 

Popular activities in Miami include:

• Spending time at the beach. Plenty to see and do when relaxing on Miami Beach. If you’re not familiar with rip currents, pay special attention to lifeguard posts showing the potential dangers in the water before you dive in.
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• Jungle Island which offers a centrally located jungle that immerses visitors into an adventure and discovery park that is like no other place in the city.
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• Spending time exhibiting the Art Deco construction that dates back to the early 1900s and offers a nostalgic glimpse into a time since passed. Collect a picture of the area or better yet, ask questions, and don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone for a night. 
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• Shopping at the Bayside Marketplace where over 150 shops and specialty stores are mixed alongside restaurants and cafes. 
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• Visiting the Miami Zoo which is home to over 2000 animals ranging from the smallest creatures to elephants and rhinos. 
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• Appreciating the Latin music, food, and entertainment in Little Havana where full immersion into a rich historic culture is only the beginning.
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• Exploration of salt marshes, and local Indian burial grounds that can be found along the coastal hammocks surrounding the city as well as within the Deering Estate historical buildings. 

If museums are more your style after a long day of filming in Miami, consider any of the following recreational activities:

• HistoryMiami Museum which is a Smithsonian affiliated museum that delivers core informational history about Miami.
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• The Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science that is appropriate for all ages and viewers.
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• The Museum SeaQuarium  which uses a Modern Aquarian 

Miami nightlife

For those who seek to unwind with a cool drink, or if dancing and music are your things, Miami has a nightlife that is sure to impress.

Several nightclubs offer a healthy mix of entertainment that ranges for over the top gigantic mega clubs to cozy local lounges. Some of the best bars in Miami are certainly world-renowned and are the talk of the town.

DJs throw down Latin beats at several Miami nightclubs and various bars offer a mix of late-night eats and sultry cocktails that are sure to relax you. If you’re not nocturnal, you will be before you leave the city!

South Beach nightlife

Visit Miami’s South Beach nightlife. This famous location is home to several bars and clubs is found along a barrier island that is situated in the Atlantic Ocean. Attractions line up to debut each night with people partying here into the wee hours of the morning 7 days a week. 

If South Beach is too eventful for you, consider Wynwood for a more laid back scene complete with relaxing chill spots such a the Wood Tavern and the Wynwood kitchen bars. Drinks, live music, and a pristine view of the gardens lend this boutique area a comfortable feel for visitors looking to unwind.

Looking for something awe-inspiring to do in Miami after hours? Wynwood is home to several drag queens every Wednesday night where visitors can stop in, check out the vibe and enter for a chance to win the raffle drawing. Big note, if you’re not comfortable with your body, this may not be suitable for you.

Finally, rooftop bars such as Brickell named after early business owners that settled in Miami offer a slightly different view of Miami. Soar up an elevator for 40 stories and check out the entire city with ease. 

Smithsonian gives a great example in this video of the great south beach nightlife

Miami literally has something for everyone to see and do. Whether you’re in the city for a few days and only have limited time to unwind or you’re calling Miami home for several weeks during production, the Magic City is sure to offer an attraction or recreational activity that is satisfying to you. Choose Beverly Boy Miami video production for your next project.