Comments on: First Look: Johnny Depp as John Dillinger in Michael Mann’s Public Enemies

By: Ed

Ed — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:58:00 +0000

I like Depp, but there is nothing about him that makes me think of John Dillinger. It’s bad casting simply because Depp is a movie star, albeit a good actor too. Billy Bob Thornton is too old to play him (Dillinger was only 31 when he died), but someone along those lines would have been better. Warren Oates played Dillinger in John Milius’s 1973 film about him, and Oates was great in that film (though also a bit too old). I think someone like Ed Norton would have been a much better choice to play Dillinger. Or even some non-Hollywood newcomer could be better. Depp is handsome, charming, urbane, a mostly sophisticated gentleman. Dillinger was none of these things (except he was supposedly quite charming, albeit in a rougher, more folksy way). If Depp pulls this off I’ll give him all the credit in the world, but I can’t see it happening.

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By: Anne McCarty

Anne McCarty — Sun, 25 May 2008 00:32:07 +0000

I live a block away from the Biograph Theater where they are currently filming the movie. I walked through the “set” on Lincoln Ave. this morning & all I can say is that it looked fabulous! If the movie is as authentic and as compelling as the reconstruction of the area, it’ll will be a classic.
I don’t say this lightly. Filming in Chicago neighborhoods is mostly a pain & a large inconvenience to the people who live there, but I’m looking forward to this movie.

By: Robin hendricks

Robin hendricks — Sun, 04 May 2008 22:37:24 +0000

This to the man himself:
Do you still believe??

By: Patti Trostle

Patti Trostle — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:58:05 +0000

I live in Mooresville Indiana where John Dillinger grew up. I have always been interested in the story of Dillinger. I drive right past his house all the time. There have been rumors that the man shot in Chicago wasn’t even Dillinger. When asked by outsiders, the people of this town (in the past anyway) don’t really want to talk about Dillinger. I figure out of respect for his family, and who knows, maybe him! I am also a huge fan of Johnny Depp. Perfect movie for me. Can’t wait to see it!!!

By: Robin E. Hendricks

Robin E. Hendricks — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:32:03 +0000

I HOW HARD IT IS FOR JOHNNY TO JUST GO FOR A QUIET WALK, TO ENJOY THE FRESH AIR WITHOUT BEING SWAMPED.
I’m sure it was exciting at first for Johnny, then once he lost his right to privacy. and the freedom to go into a bar have a drink and relax, like every other person in america can do without being harrassed. Maybe he loves all the attention, however I highly doubt it is easy to loss all personal freedom. Maybe one day I will get to ask. Johnny Depp if he feels like he has been sentenced to a prison where there is no possible chance of parole?

By: frogger6

frogger6 — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 06:34:10 +0000

looks like my comment isn’t here.
anyways… we took a pic of the liquor store in question while at the set the other day.

http://s74.photobucket.com/albums/i259/frogger6/Depp%20Movie/?action=view¤t=SANY0021.jpg

it’s there alright.

and here’s a few of Depp greeting the crowd

http://s74.photobucket.com/albums/i259/frogger6/Depp%20Movie/?action=view¤t=SANY0027.jpg

http://s74.photobucket.com/albums/i259/frogger6/Depp%20Movie/?action=view¤t=SANY00252.jpg

By: Robin E. Hendricks

Robin E. Hendricks — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 22:44:24 +0000

My great grandmother was born in 1903 in georgia and during the 20’s she was rumored to be a wild man crazy young woman and the black sheep of the family. She married a shady charactor who was bootlegger and gambler. he changed his name to sheppard after fleeing from the athorities in Sicily. My greatgrandmother never called him in public any other name the Mr. Sheppard. even sitting around other family members. he feventually dissappear after going on a business trip to chicago or new york not sure which.

By: Jim LaCrosse

Jim LaCrosse — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:59:18 +0000

My son has a friend that went to the set in downtown Oshkosh and noticed a liquor store on that street. Prohibtion was in effect during the 1920’s and 30’s. Maybe this will be one of those quirky things that you see in some movies. (like an jet plane trail in a western.)

By: Robin Elizabeth HEndricks

Robin Elizabeth HEndricks — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:17:10 +0000

JOhnny Depp is a brilliant actor, and he is able to entertain the masses. I truely enjoy watching his broad spectrum of acting skills looking foward to seeing just how much he will be able to accomplish as a brillant actor, as well as hoping that he is able to learn the spiritual lessons of this lifetime, Knowing that everyone is always watching his every move must make it very hard for any kind of spiritual growth. He is a VERY TALENTED ACTOR AND NICE LOOKING. intruding into his personal life and giving him no room to breathe may one day break him down. So people LEt the man enjoy some personal space. He gives so generously on screen. So how about rturning the favor and give him his well deserved privacy.

By: Marjorie

Marjorie — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:10:04 +0000

If you missed Johnny pulling away Thu am (it was after midnight after all!) cut and paste this link into your browser:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-pyb_LXVX8

Hope you enjoyed our little bit of Hollywood in the Hoosier state!

By: frogger6

frogger6 — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 05:51:06 +0000

hey my wife tried out as an extra for this film. keep an eye out for her. lol

By: sarai favela

sarai favela — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 02:46:04 +0000

if johnny depp is in the movie its going to be great. He is an amazing actor. I have seen and own almost all of the movies he is in. I wish I can just give him a huge….he’s the man!!!!!

By: Karen

Karen — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:45:36 +0000

I Just got to shake Johnny’s hand three times! It was amazing…He is amazing. He looks only 25! He’s eyes were kind and his hands were so soft. It was AMAZING!!!!!!!!

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By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 23:05:06 +0000

Oops, forgot something: We live 10 minutes away from where they are filming next week in Crown Point, IN.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 23:02:33 +0000

I wish there was some way to get to the movie makers. Both my husband and I have have a parent who witnessed two separate situations where Dillinger was the main player. It would be a tiny side of authenticity if they added it to the movie. (No, our parents did not know each other, they just happened to be where dillinger was at the time.)

By: Emma

Emma — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:54:34 +0000

OMG people dont complain about the movie its about an important part in history its an amazingly awesome story if u dont like itpay no attention to it! But i myself think this movie is going to be great and i cant wait to see it! Oh and yes i am the girl from above who got a hug from Johnny Depp! :) So HaHa!!

Oh ya and this movie is not a gangster movie it about a man who was wanted in 5 states for stealing and other things and people were chaseing after him for a really long time and didnt get cought for about 5 years and then died and they are useing his real car in the movie!

By: DeppisCUTE

DeppisCUTE — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:25:37 +0000

He looks so young!!

By: DeppisCUTE

DeppisCUTE — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:19:18 +0000

He looks so young in that first pic!! OMG! I’m in love!