How is it decided whether to use a stuntman?
Stuntmen are widely used in many action films to shoot difficult and dangerous scenes. How is it decided whether to use a stuntman in a scene? Are there official rules for that?
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I believe you are talking about stuntman/actor decision since every dangerous scene is mostly a stunt.
For minor stunts(backflips,jumps...), it is determined by director if he wants it to be real or shoot with ropes. Secondarily it is up to actor if he can do the desired trick. Sometimes actors even go through training courses just to do a good scene of a small stunt.
Major stunts with explosions,cars,... are first decided by insurance companies. You can have problems even if a stuntman gets hurt(contract). If you minimize the risk enough, the stuntman gets in action. With current CGI technologies, most scenes can now be filmed safely so it gets back to directors choice and actors capability.
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What is the purpose of a stuntman?
A stuntman or stuntwoman typically performs stunts intended for use in a film or dramatized television. Stunts seen in films and television include car crashes, falls from great height, drags (for example, behind a horse), and explosions. There is an inherent risk in the performance of all stunt work.Why do you need a stunt double?
Most actors will require a stunt double for certain scenes, whether it's a high fall, breaking through glass, or vehicle work. Even if the actor has gone through serious and disciplined stunt training, and even in the most controlled environments, accidents can happen.Why did filmmakers start using stunt performers?
However, movie stars are reluctant to risk their health\u2014and sometimes lives\u2014creating stunts. That's why filmmakers began to use stunt people. These were real actors who would perform dangerous feats instead of the main stars. They don't make as much money as the movie stars, and they often get injured on the job.How much does a stuntman make per stunt?
The highest end stuntmen can make up to $250,000 per year. All it takes is one stunt to make money \u2013 the highest paid stunt ever was $150,000 for jumping off the CN Tower in Toronto. That's about a $15,000 per second wage.What It Takes to Be a Stuntman - Supporting Players
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