Hurricane on the Bayou, which opens December 22 on the Omnitheater's giant screen, tells an inspiring story about the survival of a region and the spirit of a people who withstood the ravages of Hurricane Katrina. The film celebrates the culture, people, and environment that make Louisiana one of the most distinctive states in the nation.
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A new Omnitheater film, "Hurricane on the Bayou," opens today at the Science Museum of Minnesota. The movie follows several New Orleans-area musicians who reveal the important role that the Gulf-area wetlands play in their lives.
The final product is very different from the filmmaker's original plan. The IMAX team began shooting in Louisiana in early summer 2005 to show how a hurricane strike could wipe out the Louisiana bayou with devastating results for the city of New Orleans.
When Hurricane Katrina came roaring ashore on the morning of August 29, the film moved from speculation to horrifying realty.
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The eerie beauty of a swamp or the quiet sunset on a marsh holds some of the most distinctive beauty in the country.
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Hurricane on the Bayou, which opens December 22 on the Omnitheater's giant screen, tells an inspiring story about the survival of a region and the spirit of a people who withstood the ravages of Hurricane Katrina. The film celebrates the culture, people, and environment that make Louisiana one of the most distinctive states in the nation.
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Ultimately a story of hope, resilience, and rebirth, Hurricane on the Bayou gives viewers an unforgettable look at the ways in which the people -- and the wildlife -- of Louisiana are rebuilding after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
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