“Kids are getting a lot of information about seeing what’s wrong with the world, being able to share between
countries on social media, so the kids are more aware globally than their parents,” he said.
Through the story of the Ryan family’s adventures, audiences cheer them on their journey, filled with triumphs,
challenges and plenty of humor.
“You get on board because the Ryan family is trying to do the right thing, but they’re human, they make mistakes,”
he said.
The filming of Bernie the Dolphin and Bernie the Dolphin 2 are part of the initiative to raise awareness among the
next generation about Marineland Dolphin Adventure according to vice president and general manager Gary Inks, as
the attraction celebrates its 80th anniversary.
“It’s a tremendous opportunity to see a world-class
movie in production – Kevin Sorbo, Patrick Muldoon
and the children stars, it’s part of history here,” said
Inks.
“Once again at Marineland, we’re filmmaking.
Obviously films are part of tourism and tourism is
critical to the life and the future of Marineland
Dolphin Adventure, as we are a major tourist
attraction in the state of Florida and the southeastern
United States. People see the beautiful environment
here in Flagler County and St. Johns County, they will
see lots of reasons why they should come and visit
us,” he said.