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Sandy Hook Diner Featured In 'Easy Rider' Inspired Film

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Those traveling through the center of Sandy Hook during their morning commute on Wednesday, August 30, may have witnessed filming taking place in front of the Sandy Hook Diner around 9 am.Easy Rider movie era of motorcycles.

The local landmark is being featured in Shelton resident Craig Smith's upcoming creative project that he says is inspired by the

Directing the scene was Charles Gray-Wolf who helped control the traffic flow and signal for two actors on motorcycles to ride down the road safely and park outside the diner.

Mr Smith also acted in the scene, smoking a cigarette up against the telephone pole, then walked towards the riders once they parked. The three exchanged handshakes, as well as a mysterious green box, which Mr Smith tucked secretively away into his black jacket.

However, Mr Smith said he cannot reveal the box's contents yet, as the filming is not completed.

Across the street, as the scene unfolded, photographer Kevin Zach was in charge of capturing the sequence on two cameras.

When filming was completed, the crew thanked local residents who had gathered nearby not wanting to interrupt the scene.

Mr Smith said there is no official website for the production, but people can Google his name to view past projects and keep up to date on the film.

Craig Smith, pictured left, and two motorcyclists acted out a scene in front of the Sandy Hook Diner on the morning of Wednesday, August 30, for Mr Smith's upcoming film inspired by the movie Easy Rider. (Bee Photo, Silber)
Charles Gray-Wolf, pictured center, directed the scene outside the Sandy Hook Diner for Shelton resident Craig Smith's film on August 30. (Bee Photo, Silber)
Across the street from the Sandy Hook Diner, photographer Kevin Zach filmed the scene on two cameras, one stationed on the back of a truck for a higher vantage point. (Bee Photo, Silber)
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