“He could’ve blown me off that ramp”: Tom Cruise Had to Be in Sync With a Literal Helicopter for the Perfect Shot in $290M Movie

"He could've blown me off that ramp": Tom Cruise Had to Be in Sync With a Literal Helicopter for the Perfect Shot in $290M Movie
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Tom Cruise, the star and producer of the upcoming Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1 has left no stone unturned to deliver goosebumps to his audiences thanks to his innumerable death-defying stunts. In the latest installment of the Mission Impossible franchise, Cruise rides a motorcycle, from which he nosedives off of a cliff. The execution, as seen in the behind-the-scenes footage, has been top-notch with Cruise preparing with the crew for months. From perfecting his motorcycle jumps to diving off of a helicopter to perfecting his parachuting skills, he did it all to deliver his audiences the most organic performance that he and his crew can.

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Mission: Impossible 7 stands as an upcoming addition to Tom Cruise’s electrifying film series, positioned as the penultimate installment. With the immense triumph of Top Gun: Maverick in 2022, Cruise has skillfully engaged a fresh wave of fans who eagerly await the release of Mission Impossible 7. This upcoming installment possesses the potential to become the most impactful and consequential entry in the series thus far.

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Tom Cruise Risked Being Blown Away By A Helicopter For The Perfect Shot

In a recent video by Fandango, Tom Cruise shared what went behind getting the perfect shot for the launching from the ramp scene. He said he has been riding bikes since he was a kid and he has been preparing for years for this very moment. Upon asking why did he nod before starting his motorcycle run, Cruise said it was a moment that he and his crew had been training and preparing for.

“I didn’t know what was gonna happen. It was the first day filming. Look I spent years preparing for this. It’s not just the years prepping and figuring it out but I have been riding motorcycles since I was a little kid. But parachuting, training, constantly developing knowledge, developing technology on how to shoot these scenes. 

He also reflected on the complexity of the shot where everything had to be in sync. Any minor error could result in injuries or a failed take which would be devastating for the film.

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“When I was on the ramp I was thinking ‘Let’s see how it goes’. As that helicopter is going across we had to be in sync because he could have blown me off that ramp. So his timing, my speed had to be perfect to adjust the camera”

Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1
Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1

This is why Tom Cruise is considered one of the most daring actors to have ever graced Hollywood, as he chooses to constantly deliver death-defying stunts himself. His stern commitment to serve even at the age of 60 is why the Mission: Impossible franchise is one of the most successful franchises ever.

What We Know About Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part I

After much anticipation, the highly-awaited Mission: Impossible 7 emerges as the opening chapter of Tom Cruise’s final farewell to the beloved franchise. In this exciting installment, Ethan Hunt navigates a world teeming with both trusted allies and formidable foes, embarking on his most perilous mission to date alongside his IMF team.

The storyline revolves around Hunt’s relentless pursuit of a menacing new weapon, one that possesses the potential to unleash unimaginable havoc upon humanity if it falls into the wrong hands. Brace yourself for the trademark action sequences, breathtaking set pieces, and a complex enigma that necessitates piecing together a multitude of clues for resolution.

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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1

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Returning to the fold are several familiar faces from the franchise, providing invaluable support to Ethan on his quest. Rebecca Ferguson reprises her role as the enigmatic Ilsa Faust, Ving Rhames returns as the steadfast Luther Stickell, Simon Pegg portrays the resourceful Benji Dunn, Vanessa Kirby embodies the charismatic arms dealer White Widow, Henry Czerny takes on the role of the former IMF director Kittridge, and Hayley Atwell adds her talent to the mix. Furthermore, Mission Impossible 7 introduces a fresh ensemble, including Pom Klementieff, Shea Whigham, Greg Tarzan Davis, and Esai Morales, with the latter portraying one of the formidable antagonists in this forthcoming installment.

Mission Impossible 7 – Dead Reckoning Part 1 will be out in theaters on July 12, 2023.

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