'I remember everything': Tom Cruise on his experience with stunts in 'Mission: Impossible' series and 'Top Gun: Maverick'

"Tom Cruise is, as you might have heard, an intense guy." It's true, and the star's dedication to his craft was on full display at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. Known for performing his own death-defying Tom Cruise stunts, including scaling the world's tallest building, Cruise once again captured headlines.

"No one asked Gene Kelly, ‘Why do you dance? Why do you do your own dancing?’" Cruise boldly responded to French journalist Didier Allouch, who queried the then-59-year-old's commitment to doing his own Tom Cruise stunts. The comparison to Gene Kelly's legendary dancing illustrates Cruise's fervor for authenticity in his art, as reported by UPROXX.

Dancing with Danger: The Thrill of Tom Cruise Stunts

Cruise's determination to perform his own Tom Cruise stunts is part of what makes his movies unforgettable. The thrills in the Mission: Impossible series and Top Gun: Maverick have truly outweighed the risk. "One of the best theatrical experiences ever," Cruise once described Top Gun: Maverick, reflecting his devotion to cinema.

“That was not going to happen ever. That was never going to happen,” Cruise laughed when asked about the possibility of releasing Top Gun: Maverick to a streaming service. As a fervent advocate of the theatrical experience, Cruise's dedication ensured the film made it to the big screen amid the turbulence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Defying Gravity: Tom Cruise's Stance on Theatrical Experience

Beyond performing breathtaking Tom Cruise stunts, the star is also known for standing up for the movie theater experience. Despite multiple delays due to the pandemic, Cruise fought to keep Top Gun: Maverick in multiplexes, emphasizing the unparalleled impact of cinema on audiences.

In a mysterious yet intriguing statement, Cruise later said, "I remember everything." Whether recalling his own feats or the collective memories of audiences, this claim speaks to Cruise's enduring legacy in the industry. Perhaps picturing Cruise as an all-knowing Santa is not far off, especially if Santa clung to an airplane mid-flight!

As we reflect on Cruise's enduring dedication to his craft, we can't help but marvel at his unwavering commitment. His Tom Cruise stunts may be high risk, but as the star has shown time and time again, they are also high reward.

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