Actors Quote by Channing Tatum
“There's a dance that happens with you and that's why I really like doing it with stunt men, because they know how to dance generally better than actors do. It is choreography and if you aren't used to doing it things can go wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing stunt work, 2015
Stunt performers often have superior movement skills, making collaboration with them smoother than with actors who lack that training.
In simple terms: Stunt men dance better than actors.
Key Takeaway
Choose partners with the right expertise.
Themes
collaboration
skill
performance
Mood
energetic
playful
Type
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- film sets
- live shows
- dance rehearsals
Key Concepts
movement
expertise
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How does expertise affect creative outcomes?
- What risks arise when skill gaps exist?
A Different Perspective
Stunt work can be dangerous without proper safety protocols.
![“I like doing this stuff [stunts] though, it's kind of the whole reason that you want to do the movie. When you're reading it you're like, "Oh, I get to dive out a window? Cool! I get to jump off a building? Great!" So I love doing that stuff, it's like the stuff we used to do in high school to be…” quote by Channing Tatum](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e72/channing-tatum-2462_building_i-like-doing-this-stuff-stunts-though-it_172055.jpg)
