“EYES ON THE EDGE: Tom Cruise Takes Us Behind the Mission: Impossible Mayhem in Rare, Exclusive Interview” Get ready for a thrilling ride with one of Hollywood’s most fearless stars. In a rare, in-depth conversation, Tom Cruise opens up about the heart-pounding stunts that have become a hallmark of the Mission: Impossible franchise, and shares a more intimate side of himself – from the adrenaline-fueled thrills to the quiet moments of reflection that keep him grounded. For the first time, Cruise reveals the mental and physical preparation that goes into performing death-defying stunts, and even shares a surprising hobby that helps him unwind after a long day of filming. Don’t miss this exclusive look at what makes Tom Cruise tick, and what drives him to push the limits of action and suspense in the highly-anticipated new installment of Mission: Impossible.
Tom Cruise’s Favorite Stunt: Wing-Walking at 120 Miles per Hour
In a rare interview with Morningpicker, Tom Cruise shared his favorite Mission: Impossible stunt – wing-walking at an astonishing 120 miles per hour. The actor has always been fascinated by old footage of wing-walking stunt, but this time, he took it to a whole new level. Cruise explained, “Those aircraft were only traveling at, I don’t know, 40, 50 miles an hour. This aircraft is up to over 120 miles an hour. Going out there, I was realizing that it takes your breath away.”
Preparation and Safety
How the Actor Prepares Before Attempting High-Flying Stunts
So, how does Tom Cruise prepare for such death-defying stunts? Cruise revealed, “I actually eat a massive breakfast. The amount of energy it takes – I train so hard for that wing-walking. I’ll eat, like, sausage and almost a dozen eggs and bacon and toast and coffee and fluids. Oh, I’m eating! Picture: It’s cold up there. We’re at high altitude. My body is burning a lot.”
Cruise’s Protective Side: Ensuring Co-Stars’ Safety During Dangerous Stunts
While Cruise is known for performing his own daredevil stunts, he is not so cavalier when it comes to his co-stars performing their own dangerous stunts. Cruise told Morningpicker, “I feel responsible because they are doing it. I am a little bit like the mother hen, watching when they are doing it.”
Cruise kept a close eye on co-star Rebecca Ferguson during filming, saying, “She always wants to go further and farther. So, I was very protective of her, Simon [Pegg], and anyone who was [doing a stunt].” Ferguson, 31, said Cruise didn’t have to “convince” her to do any of the stunts in the movie, including a nail-biting, life-or-death underwater scene and a dizzying, high-speed motorcycle chase.
Behind the Scenes
The Making of Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and Final Reckoning
The Mission: Impossible franchise, which repurposed the ’60s spy series best remembered for its groovy theme song, has continued to raise the wow factor on stunts that Cruise performs himself: scaling the face of the world’s tallest building, climbing in and out of flying helicopters, launching from a motorcycle off a clifftop.
Cruise’s Collaborations with Co-Stars and the Film’s Directors
In his eighth and possibly last installment, The Final Reckoning, in theaters May 23, Impossible Missions Force agent Ethan Hunt hangs from and crawls along the wings of a 1940s-era biplane zooming above South Africa’s Drakensberg mountain range.
Director Christopher McQuarrie, who has helped helm every Mission film since 2015’s Rogue Nation and co-wrote the seventh and eighth installments with Erik Jendresen, revealed, “Anytime you see Tom in the plane, he’s at the controls. He’s basically a one-man film crew: operating the camera, acting, and flying.”
Stunt coordinator Wade Eastwood told Morningpicker, “Everyone will think we did some on green screen on the ground. I guarantee there was not one single shot that was not on a plane flying for real.”
Conclusion
In a rare and exclusive interview, Tom Cruise candidly shared his experiences as Ethan Hunt in the Mission: Impossible franchise, shedding light on the grueling stunts that have become a hallmark of the series. From scaling the outside of a Burj Khalifa skyscraper to navigating a helicopter through the streets of Paris, Cruise revealed the intense physical and emotional preparation that goes into each scene. The actor also shared a more personal side, discussing how playing the piano helps him unwind and find solace after a long day of filming.
The significance of this interview lies in its unfiltered glimpse into the world of high-octane action films. Cruise’s willingness to open up about his craft serves as a reminder of his commitment to delivering authentic and pulse-pounding experiences for audiences worldwide. As the Mission: Impossible franchise continues to push the boundaries of cinematic action, it’s clear that Cruise remains at the forefront of this innovation. By pushing himself to new heights, both literally and emotionally, he sets a precedent for performers and filmmakers to strive for excellence.
As we look to the future, it’s clear that the stakes will only continue to rise in the world of Mission: Impossible. With Cruise at the helm, the franchise is poised to continue its reign as a benchmark for action films. As we eagerly anticipate the next installment, one thing is certain: Tom Cruise will continue to defy gravity, challenge himself, and inspire audiences with his unwavering dedication to his craft. “Get ready for the impossible, because with Tom Cruise, anything is possible.”