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Reporter: Dana Brueck
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The Lafayette County courthouse is closed to the public Wednesday. But court is in session -- Hollywood style. Universal Studios is in Darlington with its star to shoot scenes for the film "Public Enemies."

A big spotlight is on Lafayette County's historic courthouse.
"We're here to see Johnny," Holly Buck says.
And the verdict is in.
"...Who do we love?! Johnny Depp."
Darlington loves ... you guessed it... the *star of "Public Enemies" -- Johnny Depp!

"I've got some pictures of him going to the building and his bodyguard ... and he waved," Buck says.
Buck traveled from Round Lake Beach, IL, to catch a glimpse of her favorite movie star.
"We left at four o'clock this morning," Buck says.
Arriving almost as early as the parade of extras, cast as the courtroom audience.
"It started early, had to be here at 5:45 in the morning," David Breunig says.
Filming was scheduled to start at noon in the courtroom. But then there's the prep work -- the task of makeup and hair.
"Cut it quite a bit.. normally not that short... always had sideburns all of my life," he says.
Which is why you might not recognize David Breunig... as Darlington's Mayor.
"It's quite a privilege. I didn't ever think this would happen," Breunig says.
A number of other local officials were cast as extras. Buck and her friends, meanwhile, hope Depp offers them something extra.
"Hopefully we get to see him and get some autographs later ... be great," Lynn Light says.
Filming is expected to continue back in Columbus tomorrow. But if you plan to stake out the set, I have learned, you need faith, time and a chair couldn't hurt.
"We've got chairs. We'll wait him out," Buck says.
If not in Darlington... some other place, some other time.
"I took a whole week off. I've got four weeks, Johnny," Buck says.
The courthouse was closed but employees were working in their county offices on Wednesday. The courtroom underwent some changes for the shoot...some fixtures were replaced and the windows were given an arched look.

Photo Courtesy Marjean Sutherland
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Posted by: Lynn Location: AZ on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:39 PM
Johnny is just wonderful - he's always so gracious and giving. There are many things he does behind the scenes that no one ever hears of. He does not do them for personal gain, he does them because that's the kind of person he is. Giving and gracious. He's truly a wonderful human being. And he cares, he really cares. That's why I love and admire him so much. Way to go, Johnny - you inspire us all to do better, be kinder, and more gracious and giving. Bless you and thank you.

Posted by: Jamie Location: Madison on Mar 23, 2008 at 05:48 PM
This is for Sarah. My company is doing the security detail for Depp. Yes he will be coming back to Columbas. Because he has to reshoot a few scenes because the lighting was off when they did it the first time.

Posted by: Diane Location: Letham, Scotland, UK on Mar 22, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Hey Holly, you made the papers with Johnny Depp woohoo!!!

Posted by: Traci Location: Darlington on Mar 21, 2008 at 06:26 PM
Johnny Depp is just so nice. Even though it was late and he had to film another scene the fact that he took the time to shake hands with everyone was great. It was a chance of a lifetime that I'll remember forever. I hope they decide to come back and shoot some more scenes here in Darlington.

Posted by: sarah Location: madison on Mar 21, 2008 at 01:03 PM
does anybody know if he will be in columbus on saturday??????? my mother is coming from northern wisconsin and i thought i would take her to the set if he's going to be there. any info would be great

Posted by: Staci Location: Sauk City on Mar 20, 2008 at 10:25 PM
Does anyone know if Johnny will be in Columbus again tomorrow? Or are they done with filming up our way? Any info is appreciated!

Posted by: Kori Location: Darlington on Mar 20, 2008 at 08:21 AM
Around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Johnny came out to greet the crowd by shaking hands and talking with the fans. He took time to chat with my 3 year old daughter and try and get her to smile. He still had a scene to shoot, but he took the time to meet the fans some who had been waiting all day to see him. He is definitely a star in my book, and my children can now say they shook hands with Captain Jack Sparrow. It will be several years before they see any of his movies, but it was still pretty exciting. I just hope filming in Wisconsin has been a positive experience for Universal studios, and they come back again.

Posted by: cindy Location: Wisconsin on Mar 19, 2008 at 06:16 PM
anyone got any good pics? i'll pay. email me orlando83_02@hotmail.com

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