Alien Raiders
Happy New Year Everybody! It’s been a while since I’ve blogged, but I ended the year on a positive note which leads me right into an optimistic new year.
Just before my Christmas vacation, I worked on a horror film called Alien Raiders. I doubled the charming wife of Brandon Routh - Superman, himself. He spent the day on the set with his wife, Courtney Ford, so I got to meet him. Let me tell you, he’s much more attractive in person. Not only that, both he and his wife were simply adorable: nice, accommodating, professional and all good things like that.
As for my stunts, it was a brutal day. I slammed myself against walls, floors and tables all day. It was one of those kind of jobs where you are reminded that the body can take so much more than you think. I really pushed the limits. It’s a miracle that I wasn’t torn up after that. I guess your body gets used to it after years of stunting.
BOY!
Now – for 2008! … with Enthusiasm!
August 4th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
Hey Leigh:
Ben Rock here, director of “Alien Raiders.” I have often told the story of having you face-plant on the table, and how awful I felt about having to ask someone to do that. Hopefully you can see the final product soon (I’m submitting it to film festivals right now), and see how your hard work panned out — I think you’ll be proud of that scene!
Stay in touch!
B
August 7th, 2008 at 4:12 am
Hi Ben,
I hope I didn’t make you feel too guilty! On occasion, I get the same sentiment from a director. It must be nerve-racking for you to watch stunts behind the lens of a camera or on your monitor. I’m sympathetic.
I look forward to seeing Alien Raiders. Thanks for the heads-up.
Leigh