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Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Filmed at South Florida Cemetery

WPLG Local 10May 7, 20251 min4,266 views
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"Thriller" Filming Location in Miami

  • πŸ’‘ A small, historic cemetery in Coconut Grove, South Florida, served as a filming location for Michael Jackson's iconic 1982 music video, "Thriller".
  • πŸ“Œ The cemetery, Charlotte Jane Memorial Park, is located off Douglas Road and is noted for its above-ground vaults and weathered stone caskets.
  • 🎯 The cemetery's haunting atmosphere reportedly caught the eye of Michael Jackson and the video's director, John Landis.

Local Connections and History

  • πŸ’¬ Local residents recall seeing Michael Jackson and the film crew during the filming, initially unaware of the project's significance.
  • πŸ“œ Established in 1906, the cemetery is the final resting place for many of Miami's early Bohemian settlers.
  • πŸ“ Today, the cemetery is a popular stop for local history tours.
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