Movies & TV - July 4, 2009
Critical mass: The experts review "Public Enemies"
The movie "Public Enemies" is drawing mixed reviews from movie critics, many of whom liked the look and style of Michael Mann's film, but where underwhelmed by the execution. New Yorker critic David Denby wrote, "Here is a look at what movie critics from around the country wrote about the new movie "Public Enemies," which was filmed in Wisconsin by director Michael Mann and stars Johnny Depp as John Dillinger.
Tags: public enemies, michael mann, johnny depp, critics

Movies & TV - July 2, 2009
Metcalf's Screening Room: "Public Enemies"
Because the film was shot in Wisconsin, local pride will prompt many area residents to see Johnny Depp portray John Dillinger in "Public Enemies." The local pride angle struck OnMilwaukee.com movie expert Mark Metcalf, who says that the on-screen battle between the good guys and bad guys resembles a sporting event. Metcalf also searches for good and bad guys in the state's effort to become a hotbed for filmmakers.
Tags: public enemies, michael mann, johnny depp, christian bale, marion cotillard

Movies & TV - Jan. 26, 2009
Milwaukee lands on Moviemakers top 10 list
Not long after Wisconsin created special incentives to draw filmmakers to the state, Milwaukee has landed at No. 9 on Moviemaker magazine's list of top movie cities for 2009.
Tags: Barbara Lawton, Moviemaker magazine, Public Enemies, Johnny Depp, Fort McCoy, Film Wisconsin

Movies & TV - July 21, 2008
Wisconsin preps for new "Nephilim" film
If you happen to notice Nephilim giants, purple robed giants and a litany of interesting characters looming about the state this September, that just means the system works.
Tags: nephilim, danny wilson, film tax incentives, film wisconsin, public enemies, pulse studios

Movies & TV - June 13, 2008
Five questions for a dude that met Depp
Bradley Eder, 25, spent some time with Johnny Depp this week. Here's his take on the "Public Enemies" star.
Tags: Johnny Depp, Public Enemies, Calderone Club, Brad Eder, Gino Fazzari

Dining - June 11, 2008
Kincaid's crafts a Depp sandwich
In honor of actor Johnny Depp and the rest of the film crew for the Wisconsin-filmed John Dillinger feature "Public Enemies," Kincaid's Restaurant has temporarily renamed its French dip sandwich as the "Wisconsin French Depp."
Tags: kincaid's, johnny depp, public enemies

Movies & TV - June 5, 2008
Robust movie industry could boost state economy
The filming of "Public Enemies" is an important first step for Film Wisconsin and others dedicated to fostering movies here. But, there is more work to be done.
Tags: film wisconsin, gettin' grown, public enemies, milwaukee international film festival, john landis

Movies & TV - March 1, 2008
The movies are coming to Wisconsin
By the time you read this, the exact locations might have been announced, but no matter where the actual shoots take place the movies are coming to Wisconsin.
Tags: public enemies, johnny depp, film wisconsin, marcus theaters, film tax, wisconsin arts board, film, frontsight, blue world, the violinist, pulse communications