Ryan Gosling and director David Leitch recently premiered their film, The Fall Guy, at the SXSW Film and TV Festival to a very enthusiastic audience. The film pays tribute to stunt performers and the vital role they play in the movie industry. Gosling, who plays Colt, a stuntman caught up in a murder and cover-up, expressed his admiration for the stunt crew, particularly highlighting a scene where a stunt performer buckles him in for a dangerous stunt.
The movie within the movie allowed Leitch to showcase the impressive skills of his stunt crew, with intricately choreographed action sequences that captivated the audience. The practical stunt work in The Fall Guy was a deliberate choice to authentically portray the world of stunts on a film set. The film stars Blunt, Gosling, Winston Duke, Hannah Waddingham, and Stephanie Hsu were all present at the premiere, alongside industry heavyweights like Bryan Lourd and Donna Langley.
Gosling’s appearance at the festival came shortly after his performance at the Academy Awards, where he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor and performed a song from Barbie. At the Oscars, Gosling and Blunt highlighted the importance of stunt performers, sparking a conversation about when the Academy might recognize their contributions with their own awards.
The Fall Guy is set to hit theaters on May 3rd, offering audiences a thrilling glimpse into the world of stunt performers and the action-packed sequences they bring to life on the big screen. The film’s message of appreciation for stunt performers resonated strongly with the audience at SXSW, who passionately rejected a promo video about artificial intelligence in favor of celebrating the human element brought to life by the unsung heroes of the film industry.
