'Dog' Chapman Analyzes Aniston's 'Bounty Hunter'

By Mike Ryan Posted Mar 19th 2010 12:14PM

Exclusive: We had the chance this week to attend the New York City premiere of 'The Bounty Hunter' starring Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler. Butler plays -- you guessed it -- a bounty hunter named Milo Boyd who is given the assignment of bringing his traffic violating fugitive ex-wife (Aniston) to justice. We were perplexed at some of the bounty hunting techniques that Milo uses in the film, so we decided to get an expert's opinion. So, yeah, we asked Duane 'Dog' Chapman if Mr. Butler's tactics would fly on his team. 'Dog' is currently on tour promoting his new book, 'Where Mercy Is Shown, Mercy Is Given,' which gives a surprisingly candid account of recent events in Dog's life -- including when Dog found himself in hot water himself for using, as he calls it, "the n-word." His thoughts on his scandal, as well as Butler and Aniston's practices, after the jump.

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Why would Dog want to address his "n-word" controversy again, now that the media attention has subsided? He explained, "As it started to subside, people said, 'Let's just forget it.' And I said, 'Least ye forget!' What I went through for that -- personally, psychologically, physically. I said, 'You're not going to forget that!'" Dog continued, "It's a part of my life, whether it was dark or evil or bright. So I explained [in the book] why I thought I could say it and why I don't now."

Dog feels empathy for other public figures that have been dragged over the coals recently, like Tiger Woods. Though, his empathy only goes so far, as he told PopEater: "That preacher that came from Colorado Springs who said, 'All right, let me confess that I had sex with a man and did speed,' I'd like to slap him in the mouth."

Now, it's Dog's turn to give his assessment -- and let's be honest here, Dog isn't one to mince words -- of one Milo Boyd (Butler) and the tactics that he uses in 'The Bounty Hunter' to bring Jennifer Aniston to justice.

Throwing a fugitive in the trunk of your car. Dog Says:
I wrote about that in the first book. Years ago these three guys hit L.A.; [they] robbed a bank, came outside, feds were everywhere. They went, "F**k it, let's hold court in the street," and they shot it out. All died. One of them was named Peterson I arrested [him] a year before that in Arapahoe County, Colorado. He jumped bail, I put him in the car; I put him in the backseat of a convertible. He said, "I could put my legs around you in a scissor position and throw you out of this car." I was afraid of him. I pulled over on the highway and told him, "I'm going to blow your head off, get in the trunk." And I put him in the trunk.

Chasing a fugitive that's on stilts. Dog Says:
Stupid. I would have had him so quick.

Breaking into the home of the fugitive waiting for them to arrive. Dog Says:
I did that. Years ago, there was a law that you could do that. I put this in the first book. I went inside of the house and called the FBI to let them know I was in the house. The neighbor told me he comes home at two o'clock. I'm sitting in the house when the garage door opens, he was two or three blocks away on his motorcycle when he hit his button. As I went out, the guy pulls right up, the fight is on, I nail him. Today -- after 1993 -- they made laws that if they don't see that guy in the house, you can't break and enter. But back in the day, you could do it.

Giving a fugitive you have a prior relationship with a ten second head start, for old-time's sake. Dog Says:
Never. Now, I would cuff the guy in the front. I would let him call his mother. Of course, I do that to everybody. But I've arrested every best of friend I used to have. Really, literally. So I would be a little nicer after the capture. If I know them, I would be more determined and ruthless going after them. Never a ten second head start.

Punching a cop that thinks he's better than you. Dog Says:
A lot of cops think that about me because I came up from the ranks and my hair's long. They are big brother. If the cop says,"'Dog, I want you to do 50 push ups right now! Go!" -- I'm going to do it. They are who I would really want to be. Because of my criminal past when I was a kid, I can't be them. The most respect I have for any human being alive is our president and the cops.

We then had to take the opportunity to ask Dog about his favorite fictional bounty hunters. Dog Says:
'Midnight Run' was really close to real life, and I love that show. There are some good ones. Papa Thorson, played by Steve McQueen, as a bounty hunter [in 'The Hunter'], that was a great show, too. Those are my two favorite fictional bounty hunters.

What about Boba Fett?
Who's that?

From "The Empire Strikes Back."
Oh, yeah. He's cool ... for the kids. I've never seen it, but my kids watch it constantly.

Well, he did capture Han Solo.
Oh, did he? What I was thinking when I saw that was, "Oh, at least there's one in the future. My job is still good."

'Star Wars' is set in the past.
The past? Oh. Well, I don't know.

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Gerard Butler and Jennifer Aniston attend the premiere of "The Bounty Hunter" at Ziegfeld Theatre on March 16, 2010 in New York, New York City. "The Bounty Hunter" New York Premiere - Outside Arrivals Ziegfeld Theatre New York, NY United States March 16, 2010 Photo by James Devaney/WireImage.com To license this image (59928993), contact WireImage.com

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Saturday 20 March

By kitty blue

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Well I don't care what anybody say's, I like "Dog" and I respect what he do'es and his family back's him up. And if they can make a good living doing it, more power to them. After a fugitive is captured they don't just take them to jail,"Dog" cares about these people he gives them a good talking to about getting thier life back on track and being there for them if they need help,or if it's a women then "Dog's" wife takes the role.

By CHRISTINA

FIRTS OFF WANT TO GO ON THE RECORD TO SAY I USED TO LOVE DOG THE BOUNTY HUNTER TILL IHEARD A RADIO INTERVIEW ABOUT HOW HE LOVES HES WOMAN BUT HAS CHEATED ON HER MADE ME SICK I ACTUALLY THAT HE WAS A GOODGUY BOY WHAT A SHOCKER ANDA TOOL WONTBE WATCHIN THAT SKIRT CHASER ANY MORE

By reena

I enjoy watching the show - at least they are trying to help people. it's probably one of the few reality shows on t.v. that doesn't follow a script, it's pretty entertaining.
those of you bashing it, because of what these people look like, are just superficial. And Beth isn't all that fat anymore anyways, for those of you that keep calling her fat. Maybe watch the show and see, she lost a lot of weight and she can't help it if her breasts are big! she should go without the heels, I agree - but stop bashing her for what she looks like.
And I believe everyone deserves a second chance, Dog has proved time and time again that he has changed.

By elizabeth

The Chapman family rocks!!!Usually when co-stars date each other,it makes for interesting news,however in this case nothing surprises me.Jennifer Aniston is a Sl--,who "dates" all of her leading men.She is so promiscuous,that it's a wonder anyone wants to"date" her!Really stop and think of all the diseases oout there...

By Apostate

The Mullet That Launched A Thousand A&E Reality Shows is still newsworthy?!

By Lisa

I almost lost it when he didn't know who Boba Fett was...OMG!!!

Sunday 21 March

By steve

Heck i'd like to see dog go after some hard core ones but there's no sense in down grading his family. If you don't like the show don't watch it. I used to think all that get up was a joke to but after talking to another B.H. it will intiminate some people which sometimes helps a bad situation go smoother,besides he can't be to dumb he takes good care of his family and they laugh going all the way to the bank..

By Bev

I'd watched Dog and his clan any day over whats her face Grosslin and Octo Mom

By mullet

not fair to the people or Arkansas, we have class,Dog and family are trash. Dog and wife think they look sexy. They both are over the hill adults, wanting to "look" young and sexy. I don't watch the show, my ex-spouse used to love it. A great reason to get divorced! If I had jumped bail, Dog and family showed up at my place, I'd be on the phone calling my friends. What a joke, right up there with Jon and Kate Gosslin.

By Brian

At least Dog The Bounty Hunter is a lot more entertaining than The Bachelor or Survivor.

By hitechceo

"DOG" you’re a joke! Your family is a joke! Your show is a joke! Don't you know the only reason they picked you for a reality show is because your whole scenario is a joke. Don't be proud, be embarrassed! Put on a shirt with buttons and use them. The only one who wants to see your chest is you.
Mexico should have locked you up and thrown away the key.

By r

the dog guy has been arrested 17 times for robbery and spent time in prison, his opinion means nothing

By Lyn

I watch Dog all the time. Sometimes for the laugh. Going after a "real" criminal with a paint gun isn't for real. That's why he goes after meth heads who can't function. He is an ex con so can't carry a gun. As a matter of fact the business is Beths because he can't own this kind of a business either. He's paid the piper. He is earning a living and supporting his WHOLE family. Less for us to take care of.

By dave

a&e is nothing but a thrash station

By Bill C.

Duane does NOT have a Brother on the show!!! Same last name!! NO RELATION to him!!! However, he does have 2 sons and a Daughter on the show!!! Obviously, you do not watch to the show read anything?? Ignorance in America!!!It is rampant!!!!!!! Sign me in as a CANUCK!! Most Canucks know more about "Merica than "Mericans know about themselves!!!!!

By p

The bounty hunter is a better alternative than >>>
>>>> that B*tch man ROSIE O'DOUGHNUTS who will be given yet another try at a TV show, that makes most of us want to VOMIT!!!

By wolfdrag13

I can't believe they call that idiot a real bounty hunter. His crap is as about as real as the WWE

By d.

Do all you people live in the same trailor park? You Dog lovers are all a bunch of in-bred hillbillies and your parents were brother and sister!!

Tuesday 20 April

By muppetsbabygirl

Looking in the mirror are you?

By Jetea'

"Dog" and his whole bunch are nothing but a bunch of wannabe's and posers. Get a life already freaks. They're so big and tough? Ya...imagine that. Their crap isn't even real. It's made up crap for entertainment. And please? Please? The "biker" thing...?? It's old and over with. You look like bleached raisins stuffed in dyed cowhide and chains. Dog, put your wife on a diet.

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