 I Was an Extra in Casino Royale, MAIN PAGE: Written by Grant McIver (erniecureo) |
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4 August 2006 - 17:16
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Very proud to present on the CBn main page...
Hello all-- New member here, though I've been lurking for a while. Anyone interested in a brief (or not so brief) description of my time as an extra on the casino set of CR? It was a great time, and a fulfillment of sorts of a childhood fantasy (wearing a tux in a 007 movie, sitting at a baccarat table ten feet away from Bond. Unbelievable...) Circumstances were as follows--I was living and working in the Czech Republic in a town about 30 km. from Karlovy Vary (where they shot the casino stuff). I heard about the extra call, and figured what the hell. Next thing you know, I'm on set for two weeks. Got a few photos, and exchanged pleasantries with some of the principals--DC, Jeffrey Wright, Mads Mikkelson, Martin Campbell, et al. If there's interest, I'll relate a few stories. What I won't do is throw out spoilers (not sure I know any anyway), or embarass anyone connected with the film, for two reasons: I'm a fan, and I was treated with exceptional kindness by the cast and crew. Finally, a couple of points: I know we all have our favorite Bonds, but I think DC will be great. His intensity and professionallism on the set were excellent--he took it very seriously, and seemed intensely aware of the responsibility of the fans' expectations--and wanted sincerely to live up to them. I wish him every success. Second, if you ever have a chance to get to the Czech Republic, run--don't walk. Wonderful people and a beautiful country. Do it now, before it gets too expensive! Best to all.   |
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Midshipman Group: Crew Enlisted: 25 June 2006 |
4 August 2006 - 17:20
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Lucky you!
Great to hear positive comments. 
Vesper: "It doesn't bother you, killing those people?"
Bond: "Well I wouldn't be very good at my job if it did." |
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Commander RNR Group: Veterans Reserve Enlisted: 2 March 2003 From: Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
4 August 2006 - 17:21
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Welcome to CBn. Can you post the photos?
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Sub-Lieutenant Group: Crew Enlisted: 28 March 2006 |
4 August 2006 - 17:23
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Welcome to CommanderBond.net. Any info would be greatly appreciated but I'm especially curious as to what Jeffery Wright is like in his portrayal as Felix Leiter.
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Commander GCMG Group: Veterans Reserve. Enlisted: 5 June 2001 From: Lagrimas Negras |
4 August 2006 - 17:23
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Welcome, erniecureo. Yes, I'd love to hear your stories.
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Sub-Lieutenant Group: Crew Enlisted: 27 November 2005 From: Somewhere in Europe |
4 August 2006 - 17:40
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Screw the stories, let's see the pictures!
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Lt. Commander Group: Veterans Enlisted: 23 February 2006 From: Her Majesty's England |
4 August 2006 - 17:58
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Niceone - If theres any "spoilers" you can tell us, pop over to the spoilers section
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Lt. Commander Group: Veterans Enlisted: 8 May 2006 From: USA |
4 August 2006 - 18:24
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Thats awesome, welcome to CBn! Get those pics!!!
Some men aren't looking for anything logical. They can't be bought, bullied, reasoned, or negotiated with. Some men just want to watch the world burn. |
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Commander RNVR Group: Commanding Officers Enlisted: 26 June 2003 From: New York |
5 August 2006 - 03:59
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Very, very cool, erniecureo. Welcome to CBn as well.
  ~ Nobody Knows Me Like You Know Me ~ 'People Look Up. Things Fall Down. And When It Rains, It Pours' Moving at the speed of life, we are bound to collide with each other ♦ ♦ ♦ Are You Ready To Go? ♦ ♦ ♦ |
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Lt. Commander Group: Veterans Enlisted: 11 July 2005 From: Cincinnati, Ohio USA |
5 August 2006 - 04:01
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Please don't keep us salivating for too long!
Dr. No From Russia With Love Goldfinger Thunderball You Only Live Twice On Her Majesty's Secret Service Diamonds Are Forever Live & Let Die The Man With The Golden Gun The Spy Who Loved Me Moonraker For Your Eyes Only Octopussy Never Say Never Again A View To A Kill The Living Daylights Licence To Kill GoldenEye Tomorrow Never Dies The World Is Not Enough Die Another Day Casino Royale Quantum of Solace.... |
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Commander RNVR Group: Commanding Officers Enlisted: 20 January 2005 From: Illinois |
5 August 2006 - 04:11
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Sounds cool.
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Midshipman Group: Crew Enlisted: 7 January 2006 From: New York City |
5 August 2006 - 05:56
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Wow, you're so lucky to have been on the set for two weeks!!! I definitely want to read your stories (and see your photos, if possible).
THANKS!!!
Co-Owner, 'Dedicated to Daniel' Fansite
http://www.DedicatedToDaniel.com |
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Sub-Lieutenant Group: Crew Enlisted: 9 January 2006 From: Perth, Western Australia |
5 August 2006 - 06:38
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so would i that is my dream to either be bond or the next best thing...........be an extra Iceheart  Le Chiffre- I do hope our little game isn't causing you to perspire? |
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Commander Group: Veterans Enlisted: 2 February 2006 From: England; Untited Kingdom. |
5 August 2006 - 09:09
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Cant wait to see the pics and listen to the stories, welcome to CBN ernie and i cant wait to see your future posts, u sound like a very interesting edition to the forums
MHARKIN007
"Forgive her, Forgive Yourself!" |
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