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Directed by Roger M. Bobb, Hallmark’s ‘A Nashville Legacy’ is a musical romantic drama movie that follows Naima, who moves to Nashville to learn about an undiscovered music group in detail and get to the bottom of its secrets. Soon, she crosses paths with Damian, and they strike a chord in each other’s hearts in almost no time.
Apart from sharing love, Naima and Damian also share their relentless desire to make a name for themselves and leave a mark on the world. While the musical and romantic narrative captivates the audience from the beginning to the end, the use of different locations, including the recording studio, makes one curious about the actual filming sites of ‘A Nashville Legacy.’ If you are rowing the same boat of curiosity, let us fill you in on all the details regarding the same!
A Nashville Legacy: Where Was it Filmed?
‘A Nashville Legacy’ was filmed entirely in Alabama, specifically in Birmingham. According to reports, the principal photography for the romantic movie commenced in early December 2022 under the working title ‘Naima in Nashville’ and wrapped up within the same month. Located in the nation’s Southeastern region, Alabama is the 30th largest state in the US and has quite a versatile landscape, making it an ideal production location for many filmmakers. So, without further ado, let’s navigate through all the sites where Naima and Damian fall in love and follow their dreams!
Birmingham, Alabama
All the pivotal sequences for ‘A Nashville Legacy’ were lensed in Birmingham, the third most populous city in Alabama, after Huntsville and Montgomery. Reportedly, the production team set up camp at various sites across the city, including Linn Park at 20th Street North, to record key portions against suitable backdrops. Moreover, they utilized a recording studio and a local diner for the Hallmark movie, seemingly Renaissance Records Inc at 2020 11th Avenue South and Olivia’s Transit Café at 1701 Morris Avenue, respectively.
During the shooting schedule, the cast and crew members were also spotted taping several vital scenes in the Five Points neighborhood as well as Avondale and Southside, both in Birmingham. Situated in Jefferson County in north-central Alabama, the city has a diverse economy driven by numerous sectors, including biotechnology, banking, steel, construction, engineering, beverages, and many more.
Also known as the Magic City, Birmingham is considered the cultural and entertainment capital of the state, and for a good reason: it is home to many cultural landmarks and museums across the city. Some popular places of interest in Birmingham are the Alabama Theatre, the Carver Theatre, the Birmingham Public Library, the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Southern Museum of Flight, and the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame.
A Nashville Legacy Cast
Andrea Lewis essays Naima in the Hallmark movie. The actress might seem familiar to some of you because of her starring roles in many other movies. She features in ‘Cadet Kelly,’ ‘Degrassi: The Next Generation,’ ‘Black Actress,’ and ‘The Black Beauty Effect.’ On the other hand, Pooch Hall plays Damian, Naima’s love interest. Hall is known for his notable performances in ‘The Game,’ ‘Ray Donovan,’ ‘Accidentally on Purpose,’ ‘Cherry,’ and ‘Ray Donovan: The Movie.’
Other cast members include Stan Shaw (Franklin), Roz Ryan (Olivia), Ashley Forrestier (Bianca), Kevin Wayne (Tubby), Amanda Love (Young Olivia), and the legendary singer Ruben Studdard as himself. Furthermore, Debra Lynn Rogers Welborn (Phyllis Berryhall), Maura Gale (Professor Dolar), Cynethia McClendon (Young Millie), Matthew Montemaro (Clark Sullivan), and Terry Allen (Young Franklin Berryhall) feature in pivotal roles.
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