20 Must-See Movies Filmed in Montana: Before the 60’s
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Montana. Paradise. Some describe Montana as the most beautiful place in the world. Picture perfect. Some who visit, say that they experience a connection, sense of belonging, a feeling that no other land has ever given them. There is something about Montana that people are captivated by.
I think John Steinbeck said it best.
“I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.”
― Travels with Charley: In Search of America
The truth is, Montana is a magical state. Montana makes you feel a bit love drunk. When you say Montana, you smile. Everybody loves Montana. I don't blame them, but nobody will love Montana more than a Montanan.
Another favorite quote of mine is from Jeff Ament of Pearl Jam.
“The best-kept secret about Montana is the women. They are tough, smart, sexy, and kind-hearted. It’s a lucky guy that ends up with a Montana gal.”
Truth be told, this Montana love that everyone is talking about isn't anything new. People have been in love with Montana before Montana was even Montana.
When I was doing some research on movies filmed in Montana, I was pretty surprised on how many movies were filmed in Montana before 1960. Then it hit me. Everyone loves Montana. They always have. If I was an actress, I would want to star in a movie filmed in Montana. Wouldn't you?
For the love of Montana, these 20 movies were filmed in Montana before 1960.
20 Must See Movies Filmed in Montana: Before the 60's
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