Before the Lighthouse
New for December 2025
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1h 28m
The movie explores the formative figures and defining events of Chincoteague during a period of rapid change. Set between the late 18th century and the years just before the construction of the lighthouse, it offers a vivid window into the island’s history.
Little-known fact: Several characters are played by actual descendants of island families.
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