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I guess for every cultural icon, there will always be people who don't think anything should change about it. Hollywood is not just about entertaining the masses, it's about making money. Do any of you really think a new movie with a bunch of aging Dukes would make it to the big screen? Hardly. Seann and Johnny did an outstanding job as Bo and Luke Duke. You would never know these guys were paid millions of dollars for these roles. They are the nicest, most down to earth guys. On our last day of shooting, Seann executed an absolutely gorgeous maneuver with the General Lee - not a stunt driver..... Seann. He was grinning from ear to ear, and the crew was ecstatic for him. I worked on this movie from beginning to end and had so much fun I can't even describe it. The people were the best. The conditions (mud) were trying at times, but just added to the overall experience and I wouldn't change any of it.. Our wrap party was a few weeks ago and we were shown a clip from the movie. A little treat for the crew, getting to see the fruits of our labors. It was outstanding, action packed and funny! Whether you want to see it or not, don't trash the efforts, especially before it's even released. There was a lack of experience in many areas, and it took longer to accomplish some things, but by God, we got it done, and we are all quite proud. So everyone will never agree on the choices made or the content of the movie?! That's just life..... take it for what it is, a piece of cinematic entertainment and I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Have any of you ever stopped to consider the security issues involved when you have celebrities in an area? Think about the rock n roller who was shot dead by a nut case just two days ago! There are more crazies out there than you can imagine, and all it would take is ONE with a grudge to get onto these sets and kill a star and/or cast/crew members. Some jerk got onto the set and in where they were filming last night, because in his twisted brain, he thought it was perfectly okay to just walk into the place and hang out! And he refused to leave!! And how did he get in there? Ask the Livingston Parish Deputy who was supposed to be guarding the entrance. He was busy visiting with his local friends and family. This guy could have had a weapon and grudge - you never know! And time is money when making a movie. Some of you think these stars have absolutely nothing to do but hang out with the locals. They work long, tedious hours, just like the crew does, and I think Johnny and Sean have gone above and beyond when it comes to interacting with the crowds, and people still don't think it's enough. They won't get their picture and autograph and go home...... they stay and stay and stay, like they've been invited to a neverending party. I don't blame Jessica one bit for not walking into these crowds. People don't know when enough is enough. You have parents, who are supposed to be reasonably sane, dragging little kids and babies out in the cold damp night air, and standing there for HOURS on end, and for what? At one site, there were people with lawn chairs sitting in the middle of a road where traffic was trying to get by. Kids running all over the place, including in the road, unsupervised by their parents. This is not a party. It is a work site where people are working on a project that will cost tens of millions of dollars, and where security is an issue for various and very legitimate reasons. You have expensive and dangerous equipment, and guess who would get sued if some idiot wanders onto the set seeking interaction with the stars, and ends up getting hurt? Then you have the unauthorized visitors who think the food and such meant for the crew are there for them to eat! Movies have caterers because the crews work VERY LONG hours and cannot leave to go eat or get a snack. The food is there for the workers, not every idiot whose brother or sister is an extra or a cop, and snuck them on the set. Work in the industry and you will understand. And don't believe every bit of gossip you hear about the stars. They have good days and bad days just like the rest of us, only they have everyone under the sun watching them waiting for something they can jump on and run with. And one final note. I have heard nothing but positive comments on this set about the folks here in Louisiana. Crew members have been amazed at the kindness and laid back attitude of locals in all of the areas, even when their roads are blocked, morning commutes delayed, etc.... A positive impression made by local folks makes Louisiana look good to the industry and makes them want to come back for future films. Think about it. 8)

The black trans am belongs to the owner of the building they used as the Hazzard County Sheriffs Office. He brought it to show it to Burt Reynolds, who autographed the dashboard.