The Fall Guy: A Stuntman’s Tale of Love and Action
The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is a film that showcases the charisma of its leads, despite a shaky script. The chemistry between Gosling and Blunt is undeniable, and it’s what makes the film enjoyable, even when the plot falters.
The stars shine in The Fall Guy
Colt Seavers (Gosling) is a stuntman who quits the business after a back injury. Eighteen months later, he’s asked to return for the directorial debut of Jody Moreno (Blunt). Their reunion is rocky, but their chemistry is undeniable.
The film is an homage to the stunt profession, and it’s clear that director David Leitch, a former stuntman himself, has a deep respect for the craft. The action scenes are fun, and Gosling’s goofball antics add a layer of humor to the film.
The art of stuntwork on display
The plot, however, is thin, and the film spends too much time on the mystery of Tom’s disappearance. The real story is the romance between Colt and Jody, and the film should have focused more on that.
The romance that makes the film
The Fall Guy is a fun, lighthearted film that showcases the talents of its leads. It’s a love letter to the stunt profession, and a reminder that sometimes, it’s the chemistry between the leads that makes a film worth watching.
A glimpse into the making of The Fall Guy
