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“A River Runs Through It” (1992) – Directed by Robert Redford, this film tells the…

Big-sky Montana, the western state of the United States, hosts a diverse range of natural…

“The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain – Although not exclusively set in Missouri,…

“Gone Girl” (2014) – A thrilling mystery-drama directed by David Fincher, set in the fictional…

Missouri, the “Show Me State”, offers a delightful blend of natural landscapes from the iconic…

“The Sound and the Fury” by William Faulkner – Set in the fictional town of…

“The Help” (2011) – Set in the 1960s, this powerful drama depicts the lives of…

Mississippi offers a cornucopia of cultural treasures, scenic landscapes, music and hospitable locals from the…

Fargo (1996) – A black comedy crime film that takes place in and around Brainerd,…

Minnesota, the Land of 10,000 lakes, offers a diverse range of attractions. Boundary Waters Canoe…

“The Virgin Suicides” by Jeffrey Eugenides: This haunting novel follows the lives of the Lisbon…

“Gran Torino” (2008) – Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film is set in Detroit and…

Michigan, the Great Lakes State, where natural wonders, cities, and a rich cultural heritage await,…

“The Scarlet Letter” by Nathaniel Hawthorne: Set in 17th-century Puritan Boston, this novel explores themes…

“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – This critically acclaimed film, set in Boston, tells the story…

Boston is the gateway to the state of Massachusetts which offers a blend of indigenous…

“Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant” by Anne Tyler – This novel is set in Baltimore…

“The Blair Witch Project” (1999): This found-footage horror film is set in the Black Hills…

Maryland just outside of Washington DC and straddling Chesapeake bay, offers the vibrant cities of…

“It” by Stephen King – This iconic horror novel is set in the fictional town…

“Pet Sematary” (1989): This horror film, based on Stephen King’s novel, takes place in the…

Maine, known as the “Pine Tree State,” is located in the northeastern corner of the…

“A Confederacy of Dunces” by John Kennedy Toole – Set in New Orleans, this Pulitzer…

“Interview with the Vampire” (1994) – This gothic horror film, based on Anne Rice’s novel,…

Louisiana, a state known for its culture, mouthwatering cuisine, crawfish and history, from the iconic…

“Beloved” by Toni Morrison: Set in rural Kentucky during the mid-19th century, this Pulitzer Prize-winning…

“Coal Miner’s Daughter” (1980) – This biographical drama tells the story of country singer Loretta…

The Bluegrass State, Kentucky, is famous for its rolling hills, horse racing heritage, distilleries and…

“The Wizard of Oz” (1939) – This classic musical fantasy film is perhaps one of…

The Sunflower State hosts a blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. Tallgrass…

The Bridges of Madison County” by Robert James Waller: This bestseller tells the story of…

“Field of Dreams” (1989): This iconic film starring Kevin Costner tells the heartwarming story of…

American Iowa is sometimes referred to as the Hawkeye State, somewhere more than just cornfields…

“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green: This beloved young adult novel is set…

Hoosiers (1986): This sports drama film tells the inspiring story of a small-town high school…

The enchanting state of Indiana, where indigenous and cowboy history, nature, and culture blend seamlessly…

The Jungle” by Upton Sinclair (1906) – This novel is set in Chicago and explores…

“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986) – This iconic John Hughes film is set in various…

Illinois, the state of Chicago is where mid-west history, culture, and natural wonders come together.…

“Housekeeping” by Marilynne Robinson: This Pulitzer Prize-nominated novel takes place in Fingerbone, Idaho, and portrays…