Extreme Movie Stunts
Stunt performers in movies and television use their athletic ability to bring pulse-racing action to the screen. This book introduces readers to the thrilling world of stunt work, revealing how these daring acts are safely carried out for the screen. Readers learn about the technical aspects of the work, such as the equipment performers use, as well as their workout regimens to stay in shape for their physically demanding jobs. Readers also learn about the precautions taken to keep everyone safe on the set. This book will thrill anyone interested in what goes on behind the action scenes.
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Extreme Movie Stunts
Stunt performers in movies and television use their athletic ability to bring pulse-racing action to the screen. This book introduces readers to the thrilling world of stunt work, revealing how these daring acts are safely carried out for the screen. Readers learn about the technical aspects of the work, such as the equipment performers use, as well as their workout regimens to stay in shape for their physically demanding jobs. Readers also learn about the precautions taken to keep everyone safe on the set. This book will thrill anyone interested in what goes on behind the action scenes.
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Extreme Movie Stunts

Extreme Movie Stunts

by Don Rauf
Extreme Movie Stunts

Extreme Movie Stunts

by Don Rauf

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Overview

Stunt performers in movies and television use their athletic ability to bring pulse-racing action to the screen. This book introduces readers to the thrilling world of stunt work, revealing how these daring acts are safely carried out for the screen. Readers learn about the technical aspects of the work, such as the equipment performers use, as well as their workout regimens to stay in shape for their physically demanding jobs. Readers also learn about the precautions taken to keep everyone safe on the set. This book will thrill anyone interested in what goes on behind the action scenes.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781725347373
Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date: 12/30/2019
Series: Extreme Sports and Stunts Series
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range: 10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Delivering Spills And Thrills 6

Chapter 2 Action Gear Required 14

Chapter 3 Training To Defy Death … Safely 21

Chapter 4 The Unsung Heroes 31

Glossary 39

For More Information 40

For Further Reading 42

Bibliography 43

Index 46

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