Mmastodon CultureFilm first seen 6 h ago, last 5 h ago, peak #7

Close Encounters Fans Marvel at Dreyfuss's Stunt Work

Original: The other thing about Close Encounters (amongst many other things) that blew my mind is Dreyfus totally did this amazing

Film fans are revisiting Steven Spielberg's 1977 classic Close Encounters of the Third Kind and highlighting Richard Dreyfuss's convincing stunt work in one scene. One admirer notes there is no visible cut and Dreyfuss turns straight to camera, while doubting that Teri Garr could have handled the film's demanding stunt driving so flawlessly. The discussion is part of a broader appreciation of the movie's craft.

Why now: Someone shared a fresh observation about the film's practical stunts, prompting movie fans to discuss its behind-the-scenes craftsmanship.

Richard DreyfussSteven SpielbergTeri GarrClose Encounters of the Third Kind

Open on mastodon →

Evidence

• The other thing about Close Encounters (amongst many other things) that blew my mind is Dreyfus totally did this amazing stuntwork! There's no cut and he turns around to the camera. I don't believe Teri Garr did such perfect stunt driving. That would have been way too… · EricBono@beige.party · 5

API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/645241