Stunt Coordination in Film Production

Richard Ryan, the fight coordinator for Vikings, explains the process of preparing and executing stunts. He discusses meeting with directors, reading scripts, and creating pre-visualizations. The season features complex stunts, including a large battle on the river to Paris. Safety on set is emphasized, ensuring all shots are captured without injuries.

What is the first step Richard Ryan takes when coordinating a fight or stunt?

• Reading the scripts

• Meeting with the actors

• Designing costumes

• Filming the stunt

What is the purpose of creating a pre-visualization in stunt coordination?

• To design costumes

• To plan camera angles

• To teach actors their sequences

• To prepare the set

How long did the battle on the river scene take to film?

• Two weeks

• One day

• Three days

• One month

What was the largest number of stunt performers involved in a single day of filming the river battle?

• 30

• 45

• 60

• 15

What is a key goal for the stunt team during a big battle scene?

• To use the most special effects

• To win awards

• To finish quickly

• To ensure no one gets hurt

What happens to the French ships during the river battle scene?

• They sink

• They crash into each other

• They crash into the Vikings

• They catch fire