'Gone Girl' extra: On-set medic says crew talked up Cape

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People flock to the corner of Spanish and Themis streets to check out the outside of The Bar and to watch "Gone Girl" crew members add "snow" to the lawn and steps of the Common Pleas Courthouse on Friday, Oct. 11, 2013, in Cape Girardeau. (LAURA SIMON)

James Baker shared his experiences in being an extra on the set of 'Gone Girl' as part of a project with the Southeast Missourian and rustmedia. This is one of several stories to be published online.

__What role did you have in the movie's production?__

I was the construction and set medic coordinator. My job was to provide first aid to everyone at the construction sites and set. I also assisted the production manager with hiring and scheduling medics.

__What kind of communication did you have with "Gone Girl" staffers? What were they like?:__

I had the opportunity to talk to everyone on set and the construction sites. They all were like everyday ordinary people just doing their job. They didn't expect special treatment.

__Did anything about your interactions with crew or about the production surprise you? If so, what?:__ I was surprised to hear a lot of the crew talking about how great of a town we have.