What Happened on Set?
Hey there, let me fill you in on what went down. Tom Cruise, the daredevil of Hollywood, found himself in a bit of a predicament while shooting a stunt for his upcoming movie, Mission: Impossible 6. On that fateful Sunday, August 13, the 55-year-old actor was attempting a daring leap from a scaffolding to an adjacent building. But as they say, even the best-laid plans can go awry. It seems the jump wasn't measured to perfection. Tom came up just a few inches short, leading to the lower part of his body crashing into the side of the building.
Tom's Reaction to the Mishap
Now, Tom was in London at the time, and rest assured, he was wearing a safety harness during the stunt. Thanks to TMZ, we have video footage of the incident. After the collision, Tom paused for a moment, collecting himself. Then, with that indomitable spirit of his, he managed to lift himself up and over the ledge, successfully landing on the roof. It's a testament to his professionalism and sheer grit.
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Aftermath of the Incident
Following the collision, it appears that Tom struggled to take a few steps before collapsing to his knees near the crew. Despite this setback, he managed to get back up, albeit limping as he made his way off the set. The extent of his injuries remains a mystery, but one thing is for sure—Tom's resilience is unmatched.
Tom's Dedication to Stunts
Tom is the father of three and is known for taking on his own action scenes. Remember when he filmed the airplane crash sequence for The Mummy 64 times in zero gravity? Filmmaker Alex Kurtzman revealed that Tom had the option to film the scene on a sound stage but opted for a more realistic experience for the viewers. That's the level of commitment we're talking about here.
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Why Tom Insists on Performing His Own Stunts
Tom is nothing if not dedicated to giving his fans an authentic experience. Wade Eastwood, the stunt coordinator for Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation, shared with Variety that while shortcuts exist in filming stunts, Tom isn't interested in taking them. He believes that doing so would detract from both the character and the acting, which is why he insists on performing his own stunts.
