March 2008 'Public Enemies' casting call, filming in Chicago

I have received the following information about a “Public Enemies” casting call that took place on March 1, 2008 in Chicago (confirmation information is here from the City of Chicago). While we know filming is about to begin in Chicago, we haven’t yet confirmed when and where.

02/26/08: Extras Needed for “Public Enemies”

The Universal feature film “Public Enemies” directed by Michael Mann, starring Johnny Depp and Christian Bale is searching for people to work as paid non-speaking extras.

We are shooting in the Chicago area and need people with great faces for this 1930s period film. We are currently looking for men no taller than 6’1”. Women should be no taller than 5’8” and no larger than a size 12. We also need thin children to reflect the time period.

If you are already registered with Joan Philo you are still required to attend this casting call in order to be considered.

The Casting Call will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2008 from 10a – 4p. The Call will take place at:

Lane Tech High School
2501 W. Addison Street
Chicago
* Parking is on Western, south of Addison on the west side of the street

If you are interested in being considered please bring a recent color photograph and a pen. You will have to fill out a registration card. You should come wearing:

Men: Dark to medium suit, tie, and an overcoat (not down), and dress shoes. As this is a period piece, it is very important that your hair be kept long; therefore, do not cut your hair. If you have long hair, pull it back in a ponytail.

Women: Dark to medium dress or skirt and sweater, overcoat, and pumps (medium heel). Set hair in curlers the night before and come with it brushed out.

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Johnny Depp has landed in Chicago for 'Public Enemies' filming

While there is a lot of conjecture about filming dates and locations for “Public Enemies,” we can report the following as fact as verified on March 7, 2008 by ChicagoActor.com:

Depp has landed in Chicago!
Yes, it’s true…he is here!
Johnny Depp has been spotted in Chicago.

So far, Depp, who has been here a few days already, has had some wonderful experiences with his admirers. No one has bothered him while he gets acquainted with our locale cuisine and entertainment scene.

Keep you eyes peeled Chicago for Depp as he gets to know our city!

But remember, while Depp is wonderful to his fans and will sign autographs and pose for photos, please be respectful of his privacy.

ChicagoActor.com also reported the following on March 4, 2008 about Wisconsin:

What does Milwaukee, Baraboo and Madison have in common besides cities being in Wisconsin? Johnny Depp.

It was confirmed by Film Wisconsin that Universal Pictures new film “Public Enemies” will be shooting in their neck of the woods in a few weeks.

Which means, glorious sightings of Johnny Depp. Locations are being kept secret because of publicity concerns.

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Other Johnny Depp, 'Public Enemies' threads

FYI, there are other Johnny Depp and “Public Enemies” threads here and here.

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Shooting by Midway Airport!

Well I heard that they are going to be shooting by MIDWAY AIRPORT!! I work at a bank and the people involved in the production keep coming there to cash their “public enemies” checks!! And thats what they told me!!

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johnny depp

does anyone know exactly when he is leaving wisconsin and coming back to chicago. wisconsin hasn’t been out enough info for me. i heard he was coming back in the middle of next week. does anyone know if that is true? and do you know where they are filming at?

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Biograph in Chicago

They’ll be filming at the Biograph in Chicago. More information, dates, etc. can be found at our regularly updating “Public Enemies” filming thread here.

Anonymous's picture

When?

When are they going to be filming at the Biograph in Chicago? I would really love to know.

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Biograph information

That’s discussed at length here.

Anonymous's picture

Lincoln/Biograph

I noticed massive changes on Lincoln avenue by the Biograph for the movie. Is there any word on when they will be filming? I noticed that there were parking restrictions, but failed to look at the dates.

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It seems like Johnny came

It seems like Johnny came back and everyone got off this board. Maybe they started filming already and no one is telling us anymore. I’m feeling a little jilted. We had more updates from Wisconsin.

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Biograph/Lincoln

It looked as if they were building the sets on Lincoln and not taking it down, so Im wondering if they are getting ready for filming there sometime soon. There were also people who were clearly associated with the film, walking around looking at things with clipboard and stuff.

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