Episode of Series “Film making techniques”.
Like good athletes, stuntmen must warm up before attempting any feats. Control and practice are of paramount importance. For realism rehearsal in the front of a camera and the matching of the movements of the actor and stuntman are essential. The narrator Jack Mohoney, as well as giving the historical background to stunts in films gives many hints on safety and training.
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ACMI Identifier
003676
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture actors and actresses
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture industry
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture industry - Study and teaching
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Production and direction
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Realism in motion pictures
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Stunt men and women
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Motion picture industry - Study and teaching
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Occupational training
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Safety education
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Music & Performing Arts → Motion picture actors and actresses
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)