Which New-ish 'Bad Guy Car' would you choose?
Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2010 3:25 am
Hi all - It's been a few months since my last post. I hope everyone is well and having a good end-of-summer.
I am producing, directing and acting in a micro-budget series. We are in pre-production on the "pilot episode." I've described the project to all involved as a fun throwback to the shows of the 1970s/1980s that I loved as a youngster, with heavy influence from Knight Rider (my all-time fave), the Bond films, and the P.I. shows of the era. Because of the heavy KR/Larson influence, I thought it would be appropriate to post a question here at KnightRiderOnline.
I have an opening scene that features a meeting in the middle of nowhere where two factions are making an exchange. One of these factions arrives in a sedan with two pistol-toting cronies in suits and a mystery man in charge sitting in the back seat (think rich bad guy who has chauffeurs, bodyguards, etc.).
My preference for this "bad guy car" is a black Lincoln Continental, circa 1995-2002 models. I just think it has that 'executive limousine' look that I think is appropriate for the part and for setting the scene.
My question is this: If I can't obtain this car, what would you suggest might work in the same vein? A Cadillac Seville (1995-2004) would likely work as well. Or, though a bit edgier and less "conservative," a Dodge Charger? I'm not much of an SUV fan, but maybe that would be a good choice as well? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
If you'd like to know more about my little project, and if it's acceptable, I can create a thread which I could update from time-to-time with notes from the production (& discuss where I think my script/film is influenced by KR and other past faves). I think it would be fun to get your opinions and advice when things come up! Who better to ask than fellow fans of my biggest cinematic influence?
KR Forever!
I am producing, directing and acting in a micro-budget series. We are in pre-production on the "pilot episode." I've described the project to all involved as a fun throwback to the shows of the 1970s/1980s that I loved as a youngster, with heavy influence from Knight Rider (my all-time fave), the Bond films, and the P.I. shows of the era. Because of the heavy KR/Larson influence, I thought it would be appropriate to post a question here at KnightRiderOnline.
I have an opening scene that features a meeting in the middle of nowhere where two factions are making an exchange. One of these factions arrives in a sedan with two pistol-toting cronies in suits and a mystery man in charge sitting in the back seat (think rich bad guy who has chauffeurs, bodyguards, etc.).
My preference for this "bad guy car" is a black Lincoln Continental, circa 1995-2002 models. I just think it has that 'executive limousine' look that I think is appropriate for the part and for setting the scene.
My question is this: If I can't obtain this car, what would you suggest might work in the same vein? A Cadillac Seville (1995-2004) would likely work as well. Or, though a bit edgier and less "conservative," a Dodge Charger? I'm not much of an SUV fan, but maybe that would be a good choice as well? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
If you'd like to know more about my little project, and if it's acceptable, I can create a thread which I could update from time-to-time with notes from the production (& discuss where I think my script/film is influenced by KR and other past faves). I think it would be fun to get your opinions and advice when things come up! Who better to ask than fellow fans of my biggest cinematic influence?
KR Forever!
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