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entertainment1 year ago

"The Fall Guy: Setting Records and Thrilling Audiences"

The action-comedy film "The Fall Guy" has set a new Guinness World Record for the most cannon rolls in a car, performed by stunt driver Logan Holladay, surpassing the previous record held by a James Bond movie. The stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt presented Holladay with the official certificate at a special screening in Los Angeles, acknowledging the contribution of stunt performers to cinema. Director David Leitch aimed to showcase expert feats of driving, fights, and falls as a tribute to the stunt community. The film, which also stars Hannah Waddingham, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Stephanie Hsu, and Winston Duke, is set to hit theaters on May 3.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#entertainment#guinness-world-record#logan-holladay
entertainment1 year ago

"The Fall Guy": A Romantic Ode to Stunt Performers premieres at SXSW

"The Fall Guy," directed by David Leitch and starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, premiered at SXSW as an action-packed tribute to stunt performers. The film, set to release on May 3, celebrates the behind-the-scenes magic of filmmaking and features wall-to-wall action set pieces. The premiere included motorcycle stunts and highlighted the importance of recognizing stunt performers in the film industry.

via The Associated Press|
#emily-blunt#entertainment#ryan-gosling
entertainment1 year ago

"Ryan Gosling and Director David Leitch Premiere 'The Fall Guy' at SXSW: A Funny, Romantic Delight"

Ryan Gosling and director David Leitch premiered their action rom-com, The Fall Guy, at SXSW, receiving a warm welcome. The film pays tribute to stunt performers and features Gosling as a stuntman caught up in a murder and cover-up. The movie within a movie showcases practical stunt work and offers an inside look at the chaos on a film set. The cast, including Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, and others, attended the premiere, and the film is set to hit theaters on May 3.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#david-leitch#entertainment#ryan-gosling
entertainment1 year ago

"The Fall Guy": Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt Shine in Action Comedy Premiere

Ryan Gosling's new movie "The Fall Guy" premiered at SXSW, where he assured the audience he wouldn't sing, and received cheers for his stuntman's record-breaking performance. The film, inspired by a 1980s TV show, is a comedic action movie paying tribute to stunt performers. Director David Leitch described it as a love letter to stuntmen and emphasized the personal significance of the film, having been a stuntman himself.

via Deadline|
#action-movie#entertainment#ryan-gosling
entertainment2 years ago

Tom Cruise's Stunt and AI Advocacy Halts Blockbuster Filming Amidst Hollywood Strike

Tom Cruise participated in a negotiating session with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on behalf of SAG-AFTRA, urging them to address the guild's concerns regarding the use of AI in entertainment and support their position on stunt performers. Despite Cruise's involvement, the negotiations failed to reach a deal, leading to performers picketing and delaying productions. Cruise also requested that actors be allowed to promote films during a strike, considering the fragile state of movie theaters.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#ai-issue#entertainment#negotiations
entertainment2 years ago

Tom Cruise's Exclusive Lobbying Efforts for SAG-AFTRA Stunt and AI Roles

Tom Cruise participated in a June negotiating session with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on behalf of SAG-AFTRA, urging them to address the guild's concerns regarding AI usage and stunt performers. Cruise also discussed the post-pandemic state of movie theaters. Despite his involvement, the negotiations failed to reach a deal, leading to a strike by performers that has disrupted productions, including "Mission Impossible 8." Cruise also requested that actors be allowed to promote films during the strike, but SAG-AFTRA's current rules prohibit such activities.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#ai#entertainment#negotiations
entertainment2 years ago

Inside the Action-Packed World of John Wick 4 with Keanu Reeves and Stunt Performers.

Keanu Reeves gave custom t-shirts to the stunt performers of "John Wick: Chapter 4" that bore the number of times each performer had died during the film, with some having a count of over 20. The franchise's stunts are notoriously demanding, and the latest installment was no exception. Reeves is known for being generous with his stunt teams, having previously gifted them with Rolex watches. His co-star Rina Sawayama also praised him for looking after her on set.

via Insider|
#action-movies#entertainment#gifts
entertainment2 years ago

"John Wick Director Calls for Stunt Performers to Receive Oscar Recognition"

Chad Stahelski, director of the John Wick franchise, has called for the Oscars to recognise the work of stunt performers with their own category. Stahelski, who began his career as a stuntman, believes that stunt work is as relevant as any other department and that it would be a "legitimate win-win situation" to add a stunts category. He also praised Keanu Reeves' skills as a motorcycle rider and stunt driver, saying that Reeves is not "macho" and always prioritises what is best for the shot and the movie.

via The A.V. Club|
#chad-stahelski#entertainment#john-wick