Worst southern accent in a movie...

[groove93]

Originally Posted by fireman325

I think part of the problem also is that the actors/actresses don't just go for a regular southern accent. They go for the genteel southern, which some people from the south can't even pull off very well.



What part of SE GA are you from? I'm from Camden County, which is on the coast at the GA/FL line.

I grew up in New Jersey, but have been living in Statesboro for about 8 years now. I'm an hour west of Savannah.

The deeper you go into these smaller communities is where you will find the varying accents and dialects and in most cases it's generational. You will find someone who has the exact dialect and mannerisms as Renee Zelwegger's role in Cold Mountain.


I think one of the best movies that really got a grasp of Small Southern Communities is "A Time To Kill". Not the racial aspect of the film but the socialization of the characters. The little things in this movie make this a great film. Everyone eating lunch at one time during the day. This happens in the area I work. The area pretty much shuts down and every one goes to their favorite buffet for lunch. The Small town lawyer's office, the "accross the tracks" mentality of these communities. Great film!!!!