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Name: Jodi
Hometown: Zion, IL
Occupation: Stunt Double
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What attracted you to the Entertainment Industry, and what was your first job or big break in the business?
I happened to be in the right place at the right time and ended up stunt doubling on "Early Edition." I love acting and hope to move onto that someday.
What is the biggest challenge you faced trying to break into the industry, and how did you overcome it?
Quite honestly, stunting just fell into my lap, but I am having a much harder time finding an acting role. I double for children even though I am twenty-four. My agents say I look too old to play a child and I look too young to play an adult.
What advice can you give those trying to break into the "industry?"
Not to give up. Many of the "overnight" stars were in the business for years, just no one ever heard of them.
Please describe your job for those who might not know what a Stunt Double is.
Whenever anything semi-dangerous needs to be shot, I stand in for the child. I take falls, swim, or do fire scenes that aren't safe for children.
Can you share any tricks of the trade that help you work faster/cheaper/better?
I always just follow directions on the set. Having fun is key, but when you're fighting the clock just listen and do your job.
Please illustrate the way the performance of your position can help or hurt a movie. Name a movie that you've seen (or worked on) that we could view and understand the difference between a good job and a bad job.
The double has to be a good body match. Whether a person is a good stuntman or not, you can't replace a child with a full grown adult. It is also important to have stunters, because if the actor gets hurt, production is then on hold.
Are you a writer, and if so, how many screenplays have you written?
No.
What's the best lesson you've learned in regards to working in Hollywood?
I have never been to L.A. But in my experience it's best to try and find someone you can work with and stick with them.
What advice would you give to writers on how to craft a script that addresses practical production issues?
I haven't been in the business long enough to be giving advise.
What advice would you give a director on how to make production easier?
Same answer.
List your top 5 favorite films
- I.Q.
- That Thing You Do
- Mrs. Doubtfire
- Sister Act I and II
- American Beauty
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