School's almost out, and filming's almost done

It's getting close to that time of year! Thursday is in fact my last day of school, which is very exciting for me... because that means next year I'm a senior! Finally...

All that's left is my Physics presentation on Monday, a Psychology exam on Tuesday, and two other useless days of school.

And then for my busy June of soccer games, community service project, soccer camp, and either Country USA or California film internship! (So sad that they're up against each other... but I really want that scholarship!)

With all that said and done, what does that leave for today? Possibly a story about filming? Why not! That's what this blog is all about anyways.

According to Rod's blog, (I love your blog, by the way, if you ever read this!) Michael Mann was spotted in Columbus... soooooo.... make your own theories!

Today's story will be... The Definition of Base Camp!

There seems to be some sort of confusion amongst my friends when I talk about filming and continuously refer to base camp. They give me funny looks, as if I went climbing on Everest and forgot to tell them or something.

Base Camp: The location at which the cast and crew keep everything, get makeup/hair done, the trailers are located here, as well as trucks and equipment. Also the best location to see behind-the-scenes hustle.

I hope that clears some stuff up. Now, I will include some of my favorite photos from base camp in Oshkosh and Columbus. These bring back some memories, I tell ya.

You may notice a hand reaching over the fence. That would in fact be Johnny Depp's hand. The joys of base camp revealed. (Oshkosh)

A conference of the police officers. It's time to prep for Johnny to do a meet and greet. One of the signs to look for if you're getting cold and weary from a 15 hour day. (Oshkosh)

Loading the Johnny-mobile. A look at base camp in Columbus.

A little story about Third Watch. Actually, this is more of some personal theories that I've had in the past about two certain characters and their relationships.

Cruz and Yokas. The archenemies of Third Watch. Or were they? I have just achieved rewatching season 4, and I noticed a few interesting little things. Firestarter-Cruz's first actual big role (unlike her 1 min. 9 sec. role in The Chosen Few), Yokas and her talked like normal humans to each other, only making a few comments here and there that weren't really meaningful. In fact, it almost seemed as if Yokas would join Anti-Crime along with Bosco. But then a few episodes later, Yokas had gone through some sort of switch, getting all suspicious of Bosco and Cruz breaking the rules (even though they were, not the point!). From that point on, Yokas hated Cruz because she "changed" Bosco. My quote today will in fact be about this little hatred, because it's kind of funny...

But what could have happened? The four-way shootout, in which Yokas SHOT FIRST, mind you. Yes, Cruz was threatening Yokas, but would she have actually pulled the trigger if Yokas hadn't shot? Family Ties part 2, Yokas saves Cruz's life. Or after More Monsters, could they have potentially have been friends, or at least not hating each other? Don't forget about Mikey being killed, which started the whole Donald Mann ordeal, Cruz and Yokas were both trying to help Bosco... together? Last, but certainly not least, Cruz went to jail to protect Yokas. I think it could have happened. I bet if Third Watch would have stayed on another season, something... Not exactly a friendship, but maybe at least a truce. Just my little ideas about stuff... I even had crazy ideas between seasons 5-6 that Cruz/Yokas would rule NYC together... but I'm about as crazy as my theories so, yep.

Not to mention the fact that Cruz always loved Bosco... my theory there...

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Yokas: Nobody should say anything about your little Anti-Crime girlfriend! Oh, my God.

Bosco: What? What?

Yokas: Oh, my God. She’s the girlfriend.

Bosco: No.

Yokas: You’re lying.

Bosco: I wouldn’t lie.

Yokas: You already lied.

(Sorry, really long, but REALLY funny)

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

(I learned this one from John Michael Bolger himself) John Michael (Lt. Johnson) did his own body-burn scene, no stunt double, in The Price of Nobility.

THIRD WATCH picture of the day:

Cruz and a terrorist unit detective... fighting crime on a higher level. I think she might have been falling for this guy, too...

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:
I don't respond well to intimidation. Makes me feel icky.
-Secret Window

And how about a picture of Johnny!

Sorry it's been a day... nearly two. Been super busy applying for scholarships and studying for exams/working on school projects. Hopefully I can keep posting... tomorrow (or the next time I post) I'll be doing a little bit of Third Watch advertising with a full-scale review of John Michael Bolger on Third Watch! Also a little bit on Johnny Depp's biography I've been reading.

No Time to Rewind

Ah... my life has become so busy now that filming has left the state! It's quite unfortunate actually, since I haven't had any time to give some real stories.
Worst part is, you'll have to wait at least one more day for anything interesting from me.
Last night, as I was frantically studying for my Physics exam (which I am FINALLY done with) I got a phone call from my soccer club. It was a "Sorry about the late notice, but we have our first practice tomorrow." And of course I said "Oh yeah, I'll be there!" I'm so pumped to start on my club team, since my stupid school doesn't have a team, but today just happened to be one of my busiest days, and practice is right smack in the middle of it (6:00-7:30) not to mention that it is in Kiel, so I have to drive a half hour to get there.



The little bit of information that I have is this: NOTHING. No movement anywhere. As far as I know, Chicago filming is slowed down, too. So just some more waiting.



Also, a little news that you might hear about later... It was a huge deal today since it had to do with my school...
Chilton High School: Allegedly, a special education gym teacher hit a student in the face, and the school board is attempting to cover it up, even though multiple students are coming forward and telling the board that they saw the incident. No real word on if it's actually true from me. Since there is no one attempting to even investigate it though, a large group of students (not me) participated in a walk-out. Over 30 students were issued truency fines, and over 60 have detentions. 3 squad cars were seen at the school today trying to convince students to return to their classes.



It was more fun watching it from inside, do I dare say... since I was one of the 50 some students lined up by the doors watching the officers issue ticket after ticket during my lunch.



Well I gotta get going, since I have to leave for practice in a little over a half hour.



THIRD WATCH quote of the day:
Carlos: This is a righteous ride, man.
Bosco: "Righteous"?
Carlos: Yeah, what year is it?
Bosco: The car or that word?



THIRD WATCH fact of the day:
Kim Raver and Bobby Cannavale had worked together before in previous shows produced by Ed Bernero and John Wells. They were two of the first people cast, and were actually very influential in the rest of the casting choices for season 1.



THIRD WATCH picture of the day:

A little bit of behind-the-scenes of Third Watch

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:
Why? Why would I want that? Why would I want bubblegum?
-Once Upon a Time in Mexico

Psychology Made Easy! Just watch Third Watch

I took a break from studying last night to watch a little bit of Third Watch. Right now in Psychology, we're spending a unit learning about the symptoms and such of schizophrenia. Well I just happened to remember that Letting Go, season 4, is about a woman who has schizophrenia and is off her meds. So I went right ahead and watched it. Studying made easy! And I now understand the materials a little better.

We're also learning about the side effects of drug/alcohol abuse, and the next episode in the season, Last Call, just so happens to be about Sully detoxing from alcoholism. The irony!


According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinal, antique cars in Milwaukee are being prepped for filming, and another casting call has been made for Chicago. Done. Set. Something. And to think I want to be a producer, and don't know proper terminology?! Anyways, my dad is applying for it! :-)


They're looking for males 18 and older with "character" faces. Which means scars and broken noses and such.
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/tlg/697698927.html
http://www.joanphilocasting.com/
These are the sites for entering your information if you'd like to try and get a part. However, if you read the first link, they're due in by today. So get on that!


It seems as if my blogs get shorter and shorter every day, but that's only because part 2 of my Physics exam is tomorrow, and I don't think I did so hot today... but I'll have some interesting things to say in the next few days!


A little picture to remember filming by... Because we all miss it so much...

The excitement of a meet and greet! Wow I miss those days in Oshkosh

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Bosco: I thought you said you'd piss people off.
Cruz: I like pissing people off.



THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Skipp Sudduth (Sully) is also a director. You can see some of his work in Collateral Damage Part 2, Season 4, of which he directed. They were able to get him out of the episode with one single line...
Swerskey: Davis, is Sullivan really sick?
Gotta love Third Watch.



THIRD WATCH picture of the day:

More Monsters. Cruz finds a cell phone-activated bomb during a raid. After this episode I made my dad change his ringtone... and I still flinch a little when I hear it.

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

Sweeney: What is this?
Lovett: What is this?
Sweeney: Smells like piss.
Lovett: Smells like ew!
-Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street


(I think I had a theme of piss today. And that was completely by mistake.)

A Reunion of Sorts, to Await a Reunion

Funny story. I got a call from my buddy Michelle from Oshkosh today, and it sounds like we'll be taking a weekend trip...
The funny part is, it's going to be our first non-filming excursion! :-)
It's really crazy how these sorts of things work. Friendships, I mean. I've spent over 6 months at my new school, and I've made more friends at Public Enemies filming than at Chill-town!

Anyways. A little news on P.E. that I came across this morning. According to 103.7 KissFM (Milwaukee), there is some sort of filming tentatively occuring at the Historical Society tomorrow. Along with the Chicago filming that is going on all week. But NO JOHNNY. Hate to break it to KissFM, but it's Lily's birthday today. Johnny's taking some time off. Sorry, Ally, you won't be seeing him! (As in Wes, Rahnny, and Ally)
Did I ever mention that she is another "celebrity" of sorts that I have met? She's awesome.

A little update on how I spent my weekend. 4 discs of Third Watch episodes (that equals 16 episodes) makes me disappointed in myself. I've watched 8-9 episodes in one day before... but then again, that was back when I was a pathetic little nerdy 7th grader and had nothing better to do. Along with my Third Watching, I went to Claire's and took advantage of their 10 for $10 sale... meaning I bought everything Pirates of the Caribbean that they had. Also stopped by Hot Topic and purchased my 3rd Sweeney Todd shirt, and a Harry Potter hoodie ($10 on sale!)

My obsessiveness just doesn't ever end, does it?


Sorry I don't have much to talk about today... but I need to get working on studying for finals and such. Physics, Psychology... you know the drill. But that means, a week and 2 days from now, I am FREE of school! Which means I get to go Johnny-Watching! Although I should start calling it John Michael-Watching, because that's a lot more fun anyways :-)


Also, wish me luck in applying for a scholarship to an 8-day internship at Universal Studios/Loyola Marymount University in California. If I get it, I'll be on my way to my film career!





THIRD WATCH quote of the day:


Jimmy: Leiu, you like my mushroom meatloaf, right
Lt. Johnson: No.


(It's much funnier in the actual episode) Season 4-Letting Go





THIRD WATCH fact of the day:


In New Zealand (and probably other countries as well) Third Watch is called New York 911.





THIRD WATCH picture of the day:

Nia Long (Sasha Monroe) and Tia Texada (Maritza Cruz) in A Call for Help, Third Watch's 100th episode

NBC promotional picture. I'd credit the website, which used to be my favorite site, but NBC just happened to get rid of it about 2 weeks after Third Watch was cancelled

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:


Young boys should never be sent to bed. They always wake up a day older... and then, before you know it, they've grown.
-Finding Neverland

Princes, Thunderstorms, and Third Watch

Good ratings from me about the new Narnia movie. Prince Caspian rules. I think that it really lives up to the book, and is action packed. I recommend that you go see it.

Today was an interesting day for weather in Wisconsin, that's for sure. It started out cool, then got hot and humid, then stormed like crazy. And sounds like it is going to continue for a while. Looks like Fond du Lac took a pretty good hit from where I live... Oshkosh, too, possibly? Storms went around us, though. Luckily.

I recently (as in... today) watched a group of Third Watch episodes. A disc and a half actually. And these were some of my favorite episodes... and one includes John Michael Bolger! So here's the scoop...

Crash and Burn. Season 4, episode 4.
Extremely exciting. A huge car accident occurs, and Jimmy (Eddie Cibrian) is involved. While the firefighters and paramedics are working on the accident, Alex (Amy Carlson) gets hit by a car, and the guy runs. And that's only a short summary... because there's lots about Sully (Skipp Sudduth) and his problems with his wife being ex-Russian mob. John Michael Bolger is in this one, obviously as Lt. Johnson, and he does a great job! (As always) :-)

Crime and Punishment Part 1. Season 4, episode 9.

This episode wins the Third Watch best music composition award from me. I watch this episode over and over, sometimes just for the music. Including songs such as Say Now, by Nelly, Straight Outa Compton by NWA, and 54321 Boom by Public Enemy (how ironic! Public Enemy... Public Enemies... anyways...) it really grabs the mood of the episode: Fast Paced, Action-Packed gang-busting amazingness. One of the first Bosco/Cruz matchups (Yep. I'm a shipper for those two.) Part 2 is equally as exciting, but not as much music.

I'm not really a rap person, but after this episode I loved these songs because they remind me of the episode. See? Third Watch helped the music industry!

Well, I haven't heard a whole lot about filming in Chicago, but I've seen some pretty sweet pictures on different sites of the Biograph theater, and things look AMAZING. There's a couple pictures floating around (check imdb.com boards) of rehearsals and stand-ins doing the death scenes. Check it out. The link to the Public Enemies imdb site is in the right-hand links portion of the blog.

My Third Watch obsession... it's time for the truth to come out. How completely obsessive do you have to be for your friends to call you obsessive? Well, finally one friend got the idea to try and figure that out... she says, "Take some pictures of your room!" So I did. And I will even kindly label some of the points of interest.

Sorry the points are hard to read... they're either pointing out things that are Third Watch, things that are Harry Potter, or things that are Johnny Depp...

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

(A Lt. Johnson one today!!!)

Lt. Johnson: All right, let’s go. Maybe it’s a real one this time.

Walsh: Yeah, and J-Lo cooked me breakfast this morning.

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Cruz and Yokas were extreme enemies on the show. The actors that portray them, however have something very close in common.

Tia Texada's (Cruz) birthday is on December 14.

Molly Price's (Yokas) birthday is on December 15.

Not exactly an exciting fact, but I always thought it was kind of cool.

THIRD WATCH picture of the day:

Annual charity softball event that the cast and crew took part in. (Does anyone know if they still do this?)-Jason Wiles and Coby Bell

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

Once again, you really shouldn't mumble, 'cause it's kinda startin' to bum me out.

-Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meeting Johnny Depp: The Do's and Don't's

A friend asked me to do a little segment about what I said to Johnny Depp the four times I met him. So I decided I would do that... and turn it into an informational seminar in the process, in the event you too one day get to say a few words to the famous man.

First, I'd like to start with the basic DON'Ts. These are things to always remember when you are along the barriers, and that way the crew, Johnny, and the people around you won't have any complaints that you are there.

1.) Do not scream.
2.) Do not push.
3.) Do not lunge.
4.) Do not ask Johnny to marry you.

Now although these seem fickle (fickle? is that the word I'm looking for?) and slightly silly, they are actually very serious. Violating these rules could potentially ruin the chances of you AND the people around you meeting Johnny Depp.

Basically, what this is saying is, behave like you would on a daily basis with the normal people that you are around daily. (That is, unless you happen to scream and cry and freak out over average citizen. Then I would recommend you seek some help. I hear Bellin in Green Bay is very good for that.)

So now that we have established the basics, I shall show you what your reward could be for following those simple rules...
Now, onto the ADVANCED segment. This is for those who have already gotten the "Johnny-Shock" out of their system. These are the things that even the experienced Johnny Watchers mess up on. (Especially myself.)

The advanced DO's of meeting Johnny Depp.
1.) Do smile and enjoy the moment.
2.) Do know what hand you want him to shake prior to his arrival at your 1 1/2 plot of barricade. (if he's going left-right, put out your right hand. If it's right-left, he prefers your left hand. Tricky, huh? That's where I've messed up before.)
3.) Do take an opportunity while waiting to get a picture, to prove to your friends you met Johnny.
4.) Do have a sentence to say prior to his arrival.

Sounds simple, right? Wrong. Even the pros at Johnny Watching screw up on these at least once. Take me for example. I repeated myself to Johnny from the last time I had met him, and couldn't figure out what hand he should shake when he came in the opposite direction of Oshkosh.

Which brings us to the advanced DON'T's of meeting Johnny.
1.) Don't take so many pictures that you forget he's right in front of you.
2.) Don't say exactly what the person next to you said, even if it's what you had planned on saying. (Which is why having a back-up sentence is always a good idea.)
3.) Don't freeze up and look like a confused squirrel, especially if you were one of the calmest fans out there all day.

There could be a few more to add to the Don't list, but I think we are good enough for now.

Now that I have shared my expertise on meeting Johnny Depp, perhaps I should share a bit about meeting other actors and actresses, such as Stephen Dorff, Emilie de Ravin, Chris Stolte, and-my favorite!-John Michael Bolger. This can also go for meeting extras and stand-ins, who are usually equally as interesting as the stars of the movie.

Sometimes people ask me what the point is of standing outside for 15 hours watching what is basically people walking back and forth guarding trailers or eating lunch. For me, it's the easy answer of, "I'm researching film production, and base camp is the closest you can really get other than actually being in the movie."
But after doing this standing outside for 15 hours thing... um, well, multiple times, you begin to realize that there are other added bonuses of being there.
Which include the following:
-Talking to the crew
-Getting to know security
-Making new friends
-Learning how to drive new places (I don't get lost as much anymore!)
-Meeting actors/actresses you didn't expect to see or do meet and greets

Aha! Did you say meeting other actors?
Nope. I said eating half a poptart for lunch. Which is also very true. If you want to be malnutritioned and dehydrated, try watching filming 4 days in a row in Oshkosh.
Back to the actors, though. Oshkosh was a bit of a surprise for me, actually. I showed up that Friday after barely getting a go-ahead from the principal (I had to go to first block that day in fact), just as Johnny was leaving to film. So I took my place next to my buddy Natalie (yep, same name as me :-)) and waited. Well, there were only about 50-100 people out on the barriers, and out walks a group of actors. Emilie de Ravin, Stephen Dorff, and Chris Stolte! And they spent quite a bit of time with us signing autographs, taking pictures with us, and just talking. Really fun.

But the really exciting thing is when you ask a security guard (who you have gotten to know pretty well from standing out there) if a certain actor is there. Say, John Michael Bolger. And he tells you...
"Oh, him! No, he was in Columbus, but he's not here."
And your heart sinks.
Then you see more filming comes up, and not even considering the fact that the certain actor could be at the newest round of filming in Columbus, even though it was in the back of your mind. Hoping. You arrive, the security guard recognizes you, and a few hours later....

John Michael Bolger: "So, why would you want to meet me?"

Honestly. I can't get over that moment. It's so engraved in my memory it's nearly pathetic. Nah, not really. Anyhoo.

That moment just proves that standing outside for hours and hours really pays off. Along with the fact that there's a little Oshkosh fan group that is almost currently to the second contacting each other trying to figure out the next time they can get together for more filming.
Good Times.


THIRD WATCH quote of the day:
Before I write this quote, I just wanted to say that I got it straight out of the episode I watched last night, because it's one of my favorites and cracked me up at about 1 in the morning. It's more of a scene than a quote, but it's worth it.

Cruz: And he uh, thinks you're a pervert.
Bosco: What?
Cruz: Did you ask him about his johnson?
Bosco: I asked him about his little tiny johnson. Shoulda ripped it off him, too.
Cruz: I'd hate to handle that complaint. Guess it'd be, uh, theft.
Bosco: Petty larsony (spelling?? you get the point [i hope])

Tia Texada as Sgt. Maritza Cruz... I wanted to be just like her in 7th grade :-)

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Third Watch was well-known for all of it's famous guest stars. These included people anywhere from classic TV shows to hip-hop/rap artists. Such as Henry Winkler, Gene Simmons, DMX, Treach, and Wyclef Jean. The list of these names goes on and on.



JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

May the wind always be on your back and the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars.
-Blow

I'm starting a new daily! I just thought of it, after counting up how many Third Watch pictures I have on my computer. (525 if you were wondering, and still counting) so.... here it is...

THIRD WATCH picture of the day!

Tia Texada as Sgt. Cruz and Gene Simmons as Donald Mann in the Season 6 premiere, More Monsters.

Long Weekends = Third Watch Marathons!

What do you get when you cross a long weekend with only physics projects to work on?
THIRD WATCH MARATHONS!
That is, of course, if I finish my projects. Which I desperately need to do. Anyone know of any good videos of motocross head-on collisions? Tina and I need one for our momentum part of the project.

In my opinion, 5 reasons why Third Watch was cancelled:
5. It's just too much fun torturing innocent fans.
4. ER's ratings were falling, so cancel the better show
3. They needed 26 more Law and Orders (Trial by Jury? Remember it? Didn't think so... I liked it, though...and Amy Carlson was in it)
2. Deal or No Deal every other night is soooo much better
1. NBC wanted to be the network in last place.


So. Now that I've talked Third Watch for a bit, I was thinking maybe I could rate a couple of other TV shows and movies relating somehow to the cast of Public Enemies, because there hasn't been much news or activity relating to the movie lately. (Although I did get word from a set assistant that filming will be taking place all through next week in Chicago, but not much will be visible)



First up for ratings is LOST.
Emilie de Ravin, who is in Public Enemies, plays Claire on Lost.
This show is very exciting and action-packed. Seasons 1 through 3 are available on DVD. I don't think I really have to explain what it's about, because it's so popular.
But I will anyways.

Oceanic Flight 815 crashed on an unihabited island (or so they thought) in the middle of the ocean. Unlocatable, the survivors have endured countless turmoils, including the mysterious and murderous black cloud, a polar bear, and the "others", who constantly take their own. Locke, one of the survivors, finds a hatch, that has a button to be pressed every 108 minutes. The code is the unluckily lucky numbers of Hurley's: 4,8,15,16,23,42. Everything continues to get weirder, and many deaths occur, usually from odd circumstances. As of right now, people are coming to the island, but have no intention of rescuing the survivors. There are only 6 that will make it off the island. I don't want to give too much away though, as the season finale is 2 hours next week Thursday, starting at 8 p.m. central time.

My opinion right now of the show is that it's going down the tubes. Flushing itself to cancellation. Seasons 1-3 were great. I can watch them over and over again (especially season 2.) But season 4 is just too confusing, some plot lines conflict with past ones, and the flash-fowards instead of flash-backs kind of don't make much sense anymore. It's not horrible, but I suggest the writers pick up the pace!

My second rating today will be one of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Of course, I'm meaning the one with Johnny Depp.
A new, colorful twist on the book by Roald Dahl gives a more halarious viewing experience than the original movie. Movies. There's been a few. This is directed by Tim Burton, and if you know anything about Johnny Depp/Tim Burton movies, you know that they are usually amazing. Willy Wonka owns a chocolate factory, and has a contest with 5 golden tickets hidden inside chocolate bars. Charlie Buckets, a poor little boy, finds a ticket, and him and his grandfather go to the factory for loads of craziness and wacky experiences. It's been available on DVD for a while now, and I know I've seen it at Wal-Mart for $7.50. Great deal for a great movie.


My opinion: Better than the previous movie, and better than the book! Johnny Depp adds a certain character to the character that wouldn't be possible by anyone else. Also, the contrast of colors of the outside world to the factory is a signature Tim Burton thing. That adds character to the set. Love it, and you won't be able to watch without craving candy, so be warned!



That's all my ratings for today, partially because I thought of a few pictures I'd like to share, and partially because I thought of a few links to videos and such that I'd also like to share.

Pictures: These are from Oshkosh. Some random set/base camp things, but quite interesting.

Stay off the cobblestone!

Police Officers with... Police Officers? The extras arrive.

Here comes some more cobblestone!

Now heres a couple of links that I'd like to share. A few of my favorite Third Watch-related videos on YouTube.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=_b8QyNS2isE An excellent season 6 trailer put together by someone on YouTube.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=uRqIuIfBxr4 Another awesome Trailer sort of thing.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=T-cfNSGSQFU&feature=related I can't believe I found this. This scene holds near and dear to my heart. Although after the time of Lt. Johnson, this was the episode that got me completely obsessive. I loved Third Watch for years prior to this, but... I don't know. It was just amazing. So, now you all know. :-) Hopefully you can see the whole episode sometime. Season 5, Episode: Fury.

This is a video that I made about the Oshkosh filming. Includes all of my best videos/pictures from there.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nUAKNMSu6E Please watch and comment!

If anyone has facebook, here's two great groups to join.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=11089579657 This one is a Public Enemies group I made. It's about a few of the inside jokes that develop if you stand out on the barriers long enough. You know you've spent too much time at Public Enemies filming when...

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2344407419 This is my Third Watch facebook group. Bring Back Third Watch! I try to check it as often as possible, and usually can answer any questions about Third Watch, the music in it, DVD releases, or basically anything relating to it. It's definitely where you can find some pretty good info about Third Watch. That, and my sources of www.thirdwatch.net and http://get-me.to/ThirdWatchMadness (there's lots of pop-ups involved with this one, though... so watch out!)

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Bosco: Do I look like an information kiosk to you?

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Fleetwood Mac premiered one of their songs, Peacekeeper, on Third Watch. It had never been heard before until that episode. (The episode was 10-13, Season 4.-very good episode, and song, by the way)

JOHNNY DEPP Quote of the Day:

Will Turner: "Where's Elizabeth?"
Jack Sparrow: "She's safe, just like I promised. She's all set to marry Norrington, just like she promised. And you get to die for her, just like you promised. So we're all men of our word, really... except for Elizabeth, who is, in fact, a woman."
-Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

The Mysterious Land of Oshkosh

Hello again!
It is I, your favorite Third Watch obsessor, back to tell the tales about Oshkosh filming...

There was a barricade on Main...

And it was beautiful!

No there's no place like Oshkosh!

Okay. So I'm listening to the Sweeney Todd Soundtrack and couldn't help but make a little parody :-)

So... Once upon a time, a high school allowed a student to take off nearly a week of school to go to filming. Yeah, it was me! 40+ hours standing along the barriers, meeting some pretty cool people, and also some crew members. I can't think of much else to say about Oshkosh itself, besides that the sets were amazing. Take a look...

These are all pictures of the Main St. set. I couldn't get very close to the library set, unfortunately.

So that's my little bit about the set. Base camp was definitely an experience to see in Oshkosh. It was great just standing there watching, because everyone is always bustling about with costumes, equipment, tires, anything you could think of. Especially Red Bull. One of the best parts about standing out there long enough is you meet actors, and lots of them. Anywhere from extras wandering by to main characters would stop by and say hello. Take a peek...

Stephen Dorff

Emilie de RavinChris StolteWait a second. The giant chicken? Yes, he is in fact a celebrity. If you spent enough time in Oshkosh, that is!

Now what's this I hear? Where's Johnny? What a famous question that is. It's like Wisconsin's version of Where's Waldo. Except it's like a more advanced version that is virtually unsolvable at times... kind of like when you were 5 and were trying to do the Waldo puzzles. (In fact, there is a Waldo in Wisconsin, and I have in fact had to ask Where's Waldo? And how do I get there?)

And can someone please relay the message to all my friends that I do not have Johnny Depp's pants in my car? I have SOCCER pants. (Where on earth did they get Johnny Depp out of soccer?) But I do have pictures of Johnny...

I'm so proud to say that I took this picture prior to shaking his hand. Johnny Depp is a great guy for doing meet and greets like he does. I've heard of a lot of actors that would never do something like this.

That's a really fast summary of Oshkosh filming. I'm going to have to do a section about just base camp someday.
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I think I need to do a little segment to advertise for Third Watch. I really feel a need to do that. Partially because the message boards on http://www.thirdwatch.net/ don't have much activity anymore. So here goes nothing!

Third Watch. The show about the shift from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. in NYC that follows the lives of NYPD offers and FDNY firefighters and paramedics. Originally aired on Sept. 23, 1999 (gosh, I hope I got that date right...) and had six seasons, ending fairly abruptly on May 6, 2005. (I know I got that one right.) Starring actors such as Jason Wiles, Coby Bell, Molly Price, Tia Texada, Skipp Sudduth, Anthony Ruivivar, Eddie Cibrian, Kim Raver, Amy Carlson, Michael Beach, Yvonne Jung, Cara Buono, Josh Stewart, Joe Lisi, Derek Kelly, Chris Bauer, Bobby Cannavale, Nia Long, Bonnie Dennison, and of course, John Michael Bolger, it made history as one of the most realistic and moving dramas on television. After Sept. 11, 2001, Third Watch did a nonfiction special called In Their Own Words, which won the Peabody award. (Is the fact that I did this all from memory a problem? And people said my "obsession" would never pay off!)

Third Watch season 1 is now (FINALLY) available on DVD. Mind you, there is a problem where Modern Designs for Better Living is out of order on mine, hope they fixed that by now! So please, if you were/are/want to be a fan of the show, buy the DVDs! Warner Bros. still doesn't know if they want to release season 2.

Well that was fun!

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Bosco: Do I look like an information kiosk to you?

I feel like doing a second one today :-)

Tommy: So, what kind of gun do you carry? Bosco: Loaded.

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Only one episode of Third Watch ever had a "viewer discretion advised" warning played before it. The episode was the Season 6 premiere, More Monsters.

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

Everything in this room is eatable. Even I'm eatable, but that is called 'cannibalism', my dear children, and is in fact frowned upon in most societies. -Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

I love blogging actually! I used to get really bored with it, on my old Window's Live Space... which hasn't been updated in almost a year I just realized today. Maybe it's because I finally have something interesting to talk about other than school! :-) The only problem is I keep having stupid technical errors due to my computer having its own little issues. (Can computers PMS?)

Tomorrow... what for tomorrow... I guess you'll just have to wait and be surprised. Because I can't think of anything. Possibly my 3 physics projects that are due next friday? Hahaha. Only if you want to be bored to death...

The Bonus of Being a Third Watch Fan(atic)

The story of meeting John Michael Bolger in Columbus, WI

Where to begin this story? It's very good, and I'm very proud of it. I guess we can start in Oshkosh, where I spent a small amount of time. (Does 40+ hours at base camp count as small?) Anyways, I got to know Matt, a security guard, and one day asked him if John Michael Bolger was there. Unfortunately, he was not in Oshkosh, and I was a little disappointed. I later went on to find out that John Michael was in Madison, where I was not.

For those of you unfamiliar with John Michael Bolger, he played a recurring role of Lt. Johnson of th FDNY on Third Watch.


So continuing on, I went to a day of filming in Columbus. And Matt was once again working, and asked me if I still wanted to meet John Michael. I of course replied, "Um, Yeah!" About 20 minutes later, out walks Matt, standing next to the one, the only, JOHN MICHAEL BOLGER. John proceeds to ask, "So why do you want to meet me?"


And I go into shock momentarily.

John Michael Bolger and his #1 Fan... Me! :-)

Well, eventually we got to talking about Third Watch, filming, fans, machettes, the evils of technology, and many other random topics, and John Michael seemed to have spent about as much time out there by the fans as we did! Good times.

John Michael Bolger doing one of many meet and greets.

John Michael Bolger is a very nice and polite actor. He is also very modest when it comes to fan praise, and made sure to thank everyone for coming out and being there. Here's a video of him thanking Madison and Columbus...



It's so great to have actors like John Michael Bolger come out and say stuff like that. I mean, truth be told, he isn't nearly as famous as Johnny Depp, but the fact that he spent so much time with the fans is really what truly makes him great. And the fact that he was on Third Watch.

I'd also like to take this opportunity to thank all the actors and extras and crew that do talk to the fans. Because after I finish this normal section, I am finally going to do a rant that I have been wanting to do ALL DAY LONG after reading the IMDB boards.

Special thanks to John Michael Bolger, Emilie de Ravin, Stephen Dorff, Chris Stolte, and last, but certainly not least, Johnny Depp. I love you all, and the meet and greets are amazing. I'm so glad I got to meet you all, some multiple times. :-) You guys ROCK!

Also thanks to Matt, Tyler, Jerry, Corey, Eric, Stroptch, and all the other crew members that were so awesome and kept us company all day long.

About my facts of the day (even though this is only the second day)...

I used to do "facts of the day" to my friends all the time about things like Third Watch, Harry Potter, and random actors (that they usually never heard of.) So one of my friends asked me today if, on this blog, I research my facts of the day and get them off other sites, or if I pull them all out of my noggin.

I pull all Third Watch information out of my noggin. 4+ years of obsessing about the show, you learn a lot.

Johnny Depp quotes right now are out of my head, but will eventually be coming from http://www.deppimpact.com/

Now, I'm going to put the facts and quotes prior to my rant, because I don't want it to ruin them.



THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Carlos: He hit me! On my good side!
Cruz: You have a good side?



THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

The show's 100th episode, "A Call for Help," was based on a real-life crime that occured in Chicago when Ed Bernero was a cop there.



JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

F***ing bells!
-Once Upon a Time in Mexico

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The Section of Ranting.
A one time special, due to my annoyance at rude people on IMDB.

I'm not going to waste my time posting on IMDB, basically because whatever you say, the people on the Public Enemies board find a way to rip your comments apart without even taking a second to read them. So here goes nothing, where I can really express myself.

The "fan dilemma" as I am going to call it.

Certainly, there are crazy fans that scream crazy things, and don't know when to just behave like a human being. But is it really ALL THE FANS?

I think not.

And I hate to break it to all these crabby people, but if we are truly causing a disturbance standing along the barriers, why has nothing ever been said while we are actually there? It's all second-hand pissiness. (is that a word?)

I personally do have a problem with screaming at Johnny Depp, all the crying and freaking out. He is only a person, and he is trying to do a job. But I see nothing wrong with fans that know when to take a step back and tell those around them to shut up being able to enjoy the experience. There are many fans that stand peacefully and get along with those who are working. I've made some pretty good friends with a few of the crew, actually, so it's not like we're complete a-holes.

So here's my stand on the fan matter-If you personally cannot control your emotions and screaming, then yes, please stay home. But those of us that behave and are there to enjoy the experience (not just Johnny, mind you. Some of us are there to literally study and decide on a future career-ME, for example) KEEP GOING TO FILMING. Because what I've heard about the 'good' fans is always good comments, and if you don't believe me...

WATCH THE VIDEO OF JOHN MICHAEL BOLGER SAYING SO.

And if you still don't believe me, I have over a half hour of video footage of John Michael talking and complimenting us and saying how great it is that we come out and support them that I can show you.
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Alright. I'm done ranting, and I got that out of me, so I feel better now. But now I have to do some Psychology homework, a Physics final project, and then go to an awards night for my school (the joys of being a National Honor Society member and top 10 in your class :-/ Go to this stuff all the time)

Keep reading! And B.T.W.-there will not be another rant for a very long time :-)

Next time: Oshkosh Behind-the-Scenes experiences!

The Fun has Arrived!

Hey Public Enemies fan world!

I've gone to so much filming now, and read so many blogs, that I just had this strange idea... to start my own blog! This is going to be less of a news site (because I have less news to share. I am only a lowly fan) but more of a daily picture/news I've heard from others/my experiences at filming in writing type of blog.

I might also be doing a Third Watch and Johnny Depp fact or quote of the day section, because those are small little passions of mine :-)

Maybe I should introduce myself. My name is Natalie, and I am a Junior (but nearly senior!) in High School. You may know me as a co-creator of the Officer Matt fan club in Oshkosh, WI at the filming. You may also know me as John Michael Bolger's #1 fan from Columbus, WI. I love film production, and plan on going to college to become a producer myself. As for now, my "obsessive addictions" are Public Enemies filming, Johnny Depp, Third Watch, Harry Potter, Lost, and gaming. Well anyways, hopefully I get some readers... hope you like me :-)

The set before round 2 in Columbus, WI. Hope it uploaded okay, because my internet is officially being mean. If it didn't, I'll try again in my next post.

Well that finishes my first post for today. Either later today or tomorrow, expect a detailed story about my meeting of John Michael Bolger!

THIRD WATCH quote of the day:

Kim: I have you under P, for Paramedic.
Alex: Why not D? For Delightful?

THIRD WATCH fact of the day:

Series Finale aired on May 6th, 2005.

JOHNNY DEPP quote of the day:

What happened to boycott immorality?

-Chocolat