Tom Cruise is known for his willingness to perform his own stunts, and his latest film, "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," is no exception. In one scene, Cruise rides a motorcycle off a cliff, then flies off the bike and uses a parachute to land on the ground.
The stunt was so dangerous that it took 500 hours of skydiving training and 13,000 motorbike jumps to perfect. Cruise performed the stunt himself, and director Christopher McQuarrie said that it was "by far the most dangerous stunt we've ever done."
In a behind-the-scenes video, Cruise said that he was "terrified" to do the stunt, but he knew it was important to do it himself. "I wanted to make sure that it was real," he said.
The stunt was a success, and it has been praised by critics and fans alike. The Hollywood Reporter called it "one of the most jaw-dropping stunts ever captured on film," and Variety said that it was "a death-defying feat that will leave audiences breathless."
Cruise is no stranger to dangerous stunts. He has performed many of his own stunts in previous "Mission: Impossible" films, as well as in other films like "Top Gun" and "Jack Reacher." He is known for his dedication to his craft, and he is always looking for new and challenging stunts to perform.
The stunt in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One" is just the latest example of Cruise's willingness to put his life on the line for his art. It is a testament to his commitment to his work, and it is sure to leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
