Being Quote by Mike Connors
“I did a lot of my stunts - the fighting and the running - the stuff I could do on the ground. But the dangerous stunts - driving cars off cliffs and being in wrecks or big falls, I didn't get into that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV Guide, 1975
Stunt performers often specialize, doing physical work themselves while leaving high‑risk actions to specialists.
In simple terms: He did his own fights but not dangerous stunts.
Key Takeaway
Know your limits and delegate extreme risks.
Themes
stunts
risk management
specialization
Mood
practical
cautious
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- action scenes
- film production
- career planning
Key Concepts
physical performance
safety protocols
teamwork
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you ask for a double?
- How does specialization improve safety?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on personal stunts can increase injury risk.
