BIMINI will be the backdrop for several days of on-the-water filming for Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin, who will join cast and crew for the “The Current,” a film focusing on disabled athletes participating in a variety of water sports.
Ms Franklin and her family are expected to arrive by seaplane for several days of shooting, according to Michael Weber, general manager of the historic Bimini Big Game Club Resort and Marina, host hotel for the cast and crew.
Ms Franklin, who took home five medals (four golds) at the London Olympic Games, made a national news splash earlier this month when she entertained visitors at the Denver Aquarium with an underwater scuba dance routine.
She was preparing for her upcoming participation in the documentary film in which she will dive with wild dolphins and serve as an ambassador for the Make-a-Hero campaign.
Ms Franklin is also expected to try out the new Bimini Bull Run at-the-dock shark encounter at the Big Game Club as well as join with the fellow cast for an inspirational talk with local residents and island visitors on Saturday at 5-7pm.
The Current is being co-directed by Kurt Miller, son of Warren Miller, one of the most respected names in action sports cinematography, and Peter Speek.
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