Ryan Gosling recently shared his experience of facing his fears while filming for the action-comedy movie, The Fall Guy. During the movie's premiere at SXSW in Austin, Texas, Gosling revealed that he had to overcome his fear of heights for a particular stunt where he was dropped several stories off a building. Despite his initial apprehension, Gosling also performed several other stunts on his own, emphasizing the importance of being actively involved in the action sequences as the lead actor.
The Fall Guy, loosely based on the 1980s CBS series of the same name, features Emily Blunt as Gosling's co-star. Directed by David Leitch, the film showcases a blend of modern CGI effects and old-school stunts to pay homage to the hardworking stunt crews in the industry. Leitch, known for his work as a stuntman in various blockbuster films, brought his expertise to create thrilling and authentic action sequences in The Fall Guy.
