- stunt double
- stunt performer who performs stunts in place of another actor and is chosen for his resemblance to the actor he is replacing
English contemporary dictionary. 2014.
stunt double
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Stunt — A stunt is an unusual and difficult physical feat, or any act requiring a special skill, performed for artistic purposes in TV, theatre, or cinema. Stunts are a big part of many action movies.Before computer generated imagery special effects,… … Wikipedia
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