The River
by Shelia Hunt
Title
The River
Artist
Shelia Hunt
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
“The River”... Located in Northeast Tennessee, the beautiful and serene Holston River runs alongside the 440-acre Laurel Run Park in Hawkins County. The Holston River, a prominent waterway in the southeastern United States, served as the picturesque backdrop for the movie "The River," starring Mel Gibson and Sissy Spacek. Flowing through the scenic landscapes of Tennessee and Virginia, the Holston River added a touch of natural beauty to the film's narrative. Its meandering course and lush surroundings played a significant role in shaping the characters' lives and the story's emotional depth. As the characters navigated the challenges and triumphs along the riverbanks, the Holston became a metaphorical force, symbolizing both the serenity and unpredictability of life. The film's cinematography captures the river's beauty, emphasizing its role as a silent witness to the characters' struggles and resilience.
Laurel Run Park and the Holston River are a lovely place to spend the day, picnicking and hiking the trails on nearby Bays Mountain. The river is incredibly beautiful!
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April 30th, 2022
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Comments (5)
Holly April Harris
What a gorgeous place! Beautiful shot! Ill have to try to go there next time i get to Tennessee. Congratulations! I am very pleased to feature your image in the Appalachia America group. It is a fantastic addition to the group! Please add it to the “2022 Second Quarter Featured Images Collection” thread in the discussions area for a permanent record of your feature. Thank you! 5/1/22
Shelia Hunt replied:
Holly, thank you so much! Very honored that this image is featured in "APPALACHIA AMERICA"!
Kathi Isserman
CONGRATULATIONS! This AMAZING image has been FEATURED on the home page of "SHOWCASING THE SOUTH” L. Thank you for participating in the group. Please add the photo to the 2022 “FEATURED IMAGE ARCHIVE THREAD.” Thank you for participating in the group.
Shelia Hunt replied:
Kathi, thank you! So pleased that this image is featured in "SHOWCASING THE SOUTH"!
David Neace
Congratulations, your work is featured on the homepage of "Created by Southern Artists
Shelia Hunt replied:
David, thank you! So very honored that this image is featured in "CREATED BY SOUTHERN ARTISTS"!