The movie’s Michigan roots are pretty deep, too. In fact, the film’s director visits Three Oaks to sign autographs and reminisce with fans sometimes.
This heartwarming film ranks at the top of many holiday favorites, but the animated classic has roots in reality — and the Michigan-based train has everything to do with that.
“Silver Bells” is a holiday gem that is funny and warm, offering a lot of authentic shots of Manistee and Grand Rapids Michigan. In fact, many extras in the movie were Manistee residents!
How wrong can a movie go when its focus is all about a kid who really wants a dog for Christmas? “A Dog for Christmas” is one of those holiday films, and it happens to be set in the great state of Michigan.
In 2020, a new addition was added to the full slate of Michigan holiday movies. “Miracle on Christmas” was filmed in its entirety in the picturesque and wintry landscape of Livingston County.