Hitting the number one spot in both Netflix Australia and Netflix US, the recent blockbuster filmed right here in the Whitsundays, is already promoting our region to the world with its stunning backdrops and friendly local characters.
Released last week, Love Is In The Air stars Aussie songstress Delta Goodrem and British heart-throb Joshua Sasse and follows the story of a young pilot who strives to save her family business while her love interest does his best to close it.
Fortunately, this rom-com has a happy ending and you’ll have to watch it to find out!
Dozens of locals took part in the filming, speaking highly of the support they were given and the friendliness of the production team.
Airlie Beach resident, Richard Evans initially applied to be an extra but was soon given a speaking part as the “elderly man” who starred in the meet-cute-moment when the two love interests meet for the first time.
“Delta was very very nice,” said Richard.
“There was a star power aura about her but at the same time she was humble and helpful.
“Everyone I met was very supportive and patient – I think there is a lot of opportunity for future filming and arts in the Whitsundays.”
Lauriely Taylor filmed for a morning out near Cape Gloucester and said that, although she was only in the movie briefly, she loved being part of the whole production.
“The whole movie really showcased the area beautifully,” said Lauriely.
“Hopefully this really puts us on the map, again.”
Many local landmarks also featured in the movie, from Whitsunday Airport on Shute Harbour Road, which became the on-screen Fullerton Airways through to the beach north of Cape Gloucester which became the remote community where supplies were dropped and emergency evacuations took place.
Stunning aerial footage was also taken around the islands showing the extent of our lush green foliage, juxtaposed with the bright blue sea.
If you haven’t seen it yet, make sure you take a look.
Fullerton Airways: The beloved airstrip used by Dana to launch and land her plane is none other than our Whitsunday Airport, on Shute Harbour Road
Remote island location: Filmed north of Cape Gloucester, you can see local resident Lauriely Taylor in the blue denim dress
Meet-cute-moment: Shute Harbour Marine Terminal hosted the moment the two love interests met and local resident, Richard Evans stole the show
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