Hollywood’s Latest Stumble: “The Fall Guy” with Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt
Ah, “The Fall Guy,” not to be confused with your average encounter with gravity. This latest action comedy directed by David Leitch is now gracing our screens on Canal+, and let me tell you, the absurdity levels are off the charts! Mathieu Lardot, the stuntman extraordinaire who literally falls at the right time, is here to critique the shenanigans. You see, he’s not just any stuntman; he’s the kind of guy who could trip over flat ground and make it look like an Olympic sport. Fancy that!
“The Fall Guy.” Seavers? More like Seaver-up if you ask me! Ryan Gosling takes on the role, with Emily Blunt adding spice as Jody Moreno. Universal Pictures – 360 Pictures Inc. – 87North.
Published on November 9, 2024 by Marie Sauvion
So, for two decades, our hero Lardot has been busy beating up the laws of physics, participating in car crashes that make even insurance agents sweat, and generally causing havoc on screen. Now, you might think, “Who cares, I want to see the real deal, not some CGI circus!” Well, Lardot had similar thoughts when he first took a seat for “The Fall Guy.”
He strolled into the cinema like a child into a candy store—only to sprint out after ten minutes, red-faced and grumbling. “What’s the point of a film about stuntmen if it’s all just shiny pixels?!” The poor chap was understandably disheartened. But hold onto your popcorn; upon seeing the making-of footage, he discovered that, surprise surprise, the stunts were all executed in real life, but in a way that made reality look like a comic book.
“The scenario is improbable, it’s a caricature, but we have fun.”
What’s that famous quote? “Truth is stranger than fiction”? Well, the reverse is true in action films! After some introspection and perhaps a few deep breaths (possibly involving a paper bag), Lardot gave the film another whirl. By the third viewing, he flipped the script – “This is daft, but I love it!”
“The Fall Guy” flaunts a unique blend of action and comedy, where Colt Seavers—hailing from a TV lineage that includes Lee Majors—transforms into a heroic figure straight out of a runaway Barbie film with Gosling slinging quips and Blunt proving she can turn action into art. Add a dash of love interest and a controlling co-star (hint: it’s Aaron Taylor-Johnson), and you’ve got a recipe for disaster—or perhaps a blockbuster!
While the film is a caricature, Lardot agrees it holds merit. “It’s light, it works, and there’s chemistry between the performers.” Who knew watching people make a mess of physics could be so entertaining? His favorite moments? A glowing nightclub fight scene and a final chase that leaves everyone guessing what film they’re actually in—plot twist!
So, there you have it: half action, half romance, with a sprinkle of cheeky banter. “The Fall Guy” is a peek behind the velvet curtain of Hollywood where stuntmen often shove the actors out of the way—an Oscar-less existence, but who needs awards when you’re literally dodging death for a living? And speaking of living, Lardot worked with Gosling and described him as “good, beautiful, and classy.” Someone call the editors; they need to add a “Ryan Gosling is Fantastic” section!
In conclusion, if you’re looking for something that’s half mindless fun and half “did that guy just try to flip a car?” then “The Fall Guy” is your ticket. Just make sure to keep the popcorn handy—I hear it’s quite risky around here!
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David Leitch’s action comedy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is on Canal+. Mathieu Lardot, the man who falls at the right time, comments on chases, jumps and other falls for us.
“The Fall Guy.” » As the intrepid Colt Seavers, Ryan Gosling. In that of Jody Moreno, director, Emily Blunt. Universal Pictures – 360 Pictures Inc. – 87North
Published on November 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
For twenty years, he has been picking fights, causing car accidents, getting angry over a yes or a no. In short, Mathieu Lardot, 39, is a stuntman – and above all, since 2014, stunt coordinator – for both the small and big screen. In his extensive filmography there are big hits titled The Transporter 3, Spectre, Jason Bourne, Mission : Impossible – Fallout or even Dunkirk, by Christopher Nolan, where he remembers having succeeded “a human torch in the water” rather hot.
A professional daredevil, therefore, who engaged in a harmless exercise for us: watching The Fall Guy. Or the luxurious film adaptation of the ancient TV series The man who fell at the right time, with Lee Majors in the jacket of the heroic Colt Seavers — even if, as a kid, the Frenchy from Saint-Denis preferred, by his own admission, Starsky et Hutch or The All Risks Agency.
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To be honest, Mathieu Lardot had already (almost) seen the feature film directed by David Leitch, with Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, last May. “I went there when it came out, except that I left the room after ten minutes, angry, because I didn’t believe in anything. What’s the point of making a film about stuntmen if all the stunts are limited to special effects? Only, then, I looked for making-of footage on the Internet and there, I understood that everything was true, the rollovers in the car on the beach, the jumps, the falls, but that in fact it was so retouched in post-production that it derealizes the image, it gives it a comic book look. »
The scenario is improbable, it’s a caricature, but we have fun.
After this initial disappointment, the happy owner of a Lotus identical to that of Belmondo in Cop or thug, at the origin of his childhood vocation, has set the table again – and three more times, for the beautiful eyes of Telerama ! “On stunts, I always miss the emotion, the thrill, the thing that scares you, that takes your breath away, but ultimately, I like it The Fall Guy. On the third viewing, I absolutely found it to be a blast. The scenario is incredible, it’s a caricature, but we have fun, it’s light, it works, there’s alchemy between the performers. If I had to name my favorite scenes, I would say the fluorescent fight, in the nightclub, with its hyper-stylized bias, or the final chase in the desert, where everyone makes a different film in their head. Upon arrival, I find that everything is well executed. »
Half action comedy, half romantic comedy, this adventure of Colt Seavers, transformed into a California sweeping hero straight out of Barbie, leads him to overtake an undrinkable star (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) who insists on pushing him into the shadows, for fear that he will steal the spotlight. “It could have happened to me, recognizes Mathieu Lardot without taking offense. The actor is the actor. And for stunt performers, there is no Oscar. In any case, on the making of a film, The Fall Guy is interesting, it reveals to the general public a little behind the scenes of a shoot, everyone’s place and above all the means implemented. It turns out that I had the chance to work for a month with Ryan Gosling, in France, on The Gray Man, of the Russo brothers [disponible sur Netflix, ndlr], and he’s a great guy. He’s good, he’s beautiful, I’m an absolute fan. What I found brilliant was the promo they came up with for The Fall Guy, videos where Gosling performs with his stunt doubles and previews punctuated with live stunts. It was funny and classy at the same time. »
Y, I found it entertaining. The absurdity of it all adds to the charm.”
In a world where reality often blurs with fiction, Lardot captures the essence of “The Fall Guy” perfectly—a film that doesn’t take itself too seriously, yet pays homage to the daredevils who risk it all for our amusement. “It’s like watching a live-action cartoon,” he quips, summarizing the film’s playful tone.
Notably, the chemistry among the cast shines through. As Lardot observes, “Gosling brings an effortless charm that contrasts wonderfully with Blunt’s fierce presence. Their dynamic is electric, and together they elevate the ridiculous scenarios they find themselves in.” It’s this kind of interaction that makes the film a delight to watch, even if the gravity-defying stunts might leave you questioning reality.
Ultimately, “The Fall Guy” serves as a tribute not only to its characters but also to the stuntmen who perform these extraordinary feats—often behind the scenes and without recognition. Lardot reflects, “We’re the unsung heroes—the ones who put ourselves in harm’s way so the stars can shine.” And while the film may be a light-hearted romp, it carries with it a message of respect for those who truly risk it all for the sake of entertainment.
So, prepare for a rollercoaster of laughter and action in “The Fall Guy.” And remember, whether you’re enjoying the absurdities on screen or celebrating the tenacity of the stunt community, it’s all part of the crazy world of filmmaking—where shiny pixels come to life, one thrilling fall at a time!
