The movie "Stuntman" directed by David Leitch and starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt was launched in the premiere section of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival. Its China premiere was on the 22nd Held in Beijing. As the only action comedy in the premiere section of this Beijing Film Festival, the film's passionate stunt scenes and hilarious pairing of a sweet couple won unanimous praise from the media and guests present. The film will be released on May 17.
Director David Leitch has served as a stuntman and action designer on many classic films throughout his career. This time in "Stunt Maniacs", he revealed the unknown side of stunt actors to the audience and deeply paid tribute to these "behind-the-scenes heroes"; "In my heart, "Stunt Maniacs" is a letter to stunt actors and movies. A love letter to the industry’s unsung heroes—the highly skilled and talented craftsmen who pour all their passion and energy into the art of filmmaking,” said Leitch. "This is a tribute to the art director, the cinematographer, the mechanical crew, the electricians, the production assistants, the assistant directors, and everyone who puts their all into making the magic of cinema possible."
In addition to helicopter fights, speed racing, and flying over valleys In addition to the thrilling stunt scenes, Gosling's stuntman Logan Holaday broke the Guinness World Record for a high-pressure cannon rollover with an eight-and-a-half-turn roll in the film. He achieved this feat on a flat beach and entertained the audience. Presented a hearty and high-inflammation stunt performance.
The starring cast of this film is equally impressive - Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt unexpectedly join forces to play a happy enemy couple in the film. When a cool stuntman meets a tsundere movie director, the spark of love is sparked during the hilarious relationship, with endless love words and hilarious jokes. As tacit partners for many years, the couple in the film work together to solve a conspiracy mystery. After experiencing hardships together, they learn to cherish each other and exude heart-pounding blows.
Talking about the relationship between the two protagonists Colt and Jody, Blunt said: "I really like the atmosphere between the protagonists-it is both grounded and awkward, and they are not a harmonious couple. What I love most about their on-screen relationship is how authentic and raw it is,” says producer Kelly McCormick. . "It feels like the kind of romantic relationship in an indie movie, where you get to see all the bumps and tumbles and awkward moments. It adds a layer of authenticity to their bond. It's a messy love story, but Chaos is what makes it real and resonant, because love itself is messy. "
's premiere at the Beijing Film Festival is the first time that "Stuntman" meets mainland fans. Many viewers expressed that they were deeply impressed by the passionate stunt scenes and the sweet combination of Gosling and Blunt in the film - "The film lives up to its name, and the stunts in it are so exciting that they are worthy of breaking the Guinness World Record." "We used to Focusing only on the protagonists always ignores the efforts of the stunt actors. This film's tribute to them will make more people pay attention to this group of behind-the-scenes heroes." "Who can not love the combination of Gosling and Blunt? They bring lovers together? The subtle chemical reactions are vivid and real, which can affect the emotions of the audience.
Written by Beijing Youth Daily reporter Xiao Yang
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