The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) has a stunt department. You need a special certification to be a “certified stunt performer.” This involves passing tests like: fall down three flights of stairs, land in a pit, and then smile about it. One test requires you to “car-hang” while the vehicle moves at 30 mph. If you fall off, you just get a stern look and a pamphlet on vehicle safety.
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But here’s the hilarious part: you also need to look like the actor. I’m not just talking about hair color. I mean your ear shape needs to match. I’m not kidding—a famous actress refused to let her double do a close-up because their earlobes were “too droopy.” So, if you have a twin, you’re already 90% employed. If not, get familiar with fake beards and silicone ear molds.
