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Ben on Film - Despite movie’s name, ‘Cape Fear’ has nothing to do with Wilmington

Did the movie “Cape Fear” – either the 1962 version with Gregory Peck and a spooky Robert Mitchum or its 1991 remake by Martin Scorsese – have anything to do with the real Cape Fear?
James Duke of Wilmington wanted to know. So I checked again and poked around any more, and the answer is still the same:
So far as we can tell, no.
Both vintage thrillers are set in a  READ MORE

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  • Event: Friday Night Flea and a Movie at The Piazza at Schmidts, Fri, Sep 3 5:00p http://events.starnewsonline.com/philadelphia-pa/events/show/129369885-friday-night-flea-and-a-movie Every Friday night, for the rest of the summer, the Piazza at Schmidt's and the PUFF (Philadelphia Underground Film Festival) Moviehouse are hosting Friday Night Flea and a Movie showcasing great independent films. From 5pm to 10pm come out and enjoy a great movie, grab a snack and even a cool T-Shirt. Interested in vending Friday nights for the low price of $10?! Become a vendor at The Piazza for Friday Night Flea and a Movie. Email Kristina at atthepiazza6@gmail.com to become a vendor today. Event: Friday Night Flea and a Movie at The Piazza at Schmidts, Fri, Sep 3 5:00p
  • Event: Peace Center of Delaware County First-Friday: Fri, Sept. 3, 7p.m. - BREAD & ROSES at Peace Center of Delaware County, Fri, Sep 3 7:00p http://events.starnewsonline.com/springfield-pa/events/show/138189625-peace-center-of-delaware-county-firstfriday-fri-sept-3-7pm-bread-roses BREAD & ROSES (2000, Rated R for strong language and brief nudity, 106 mins., English and Spanish with English and Spanish subtitles) Inspired by a True Story, The timely plot deals with the struggle of undocumented, poorly paid janitorial workers in Los Angeles and their fight for better working conditions and the right to unionize. For directions and more information, visit www.delcopeacecenter.org or call 610-544-1818. Event: Peace Center of Delaware County First-Friday: Fri, Sept. 3, 7p.m. - BREAD & ROSES at Peace Center of Delaware County, Fri, Sep 3 7:00p
  • Event: Witness Movie Covered Bridge Tour at Amish Experience at Plain & Fancy Farm, Sat, Sep 4 5:00p http://events.starnewsonline.com/bird-in-hand-pa/events/show/139242145-witness-movie-covered-bridge-tour Rare opportunity to visit the Amish farm where the Harrison Ford movie WITNESS was filmed. Also explore spectacular backroads in Amish Country, including three historic covered bridges. Limited to 14 people. Saturday in September and October. Event: Witness Movie Covered Bridge Tour at Amish Experience at Plain & Fancy Farm, Sat, Sep 4 5:00p
  • Event: Louis CK: Hilarious (THE FILM) - Exclusive Area Screening at Prince Music Theater, Wed, Sep 8 7:30p http://events.starnewsonline.com/philadelphia-pa/events/show/140211085-louis-ck-hilarious-the-film-exclusive-area-screening Event: Louis CK: Hilarious (THE FILM) - Exclusive Area Screening at Prince Music Theater, Wed, Sep 8 7:30p
  • Event: FRESH the movie at Friends Of The Middletown Free Library, Sun, Sep 12 1:30p http://events.starnewsonline.com/media-pa/events/show/136651725-fresh-the-movie FRESH celebrates the personal stories of the farmers, thinkers and business people across America, who are re-inventing our food system by creating healthy sustainable alternatives to the industrial food system. This inspiring film features Will Allen, one of the most influential leaders of the food security and urban farming movement. Join us to see how a practical vision is being created for the future of our food and our planet. Discussion will follow the film. Event: FRESH the movie at Friends Of The Middletown Free Library, Sun, Sep 12 1:30p