When Angelina Jolie Suffered A Near-Death Experience On Set: Guns Shooting Each Other Half The Time

Angelina Jolie, known for her preference of doing her own stunts, recently revealed a harrowing incident that occurred during the filming of an action sequence. The incident nearly cost her life when a bullet passed dangerously close to her right ear. Here are the details of this near-death experience.

Almost Turning Down the Film

Initially, Angelina Jolie was hesitant about accepting the film due to its demanding nature. However, when she learned about the opportunity to travel the world as part of the project, she couldn’t resist and eventually took on the role. Jolie starred in two films from the Lara Croft: Tomb Raider franchise: the 2001 film “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” and its 2003 sequel, “The Cradle of Life.” In 2018, the franchise was rebooted with Alicia Vikander taking over the role.

Intense Action Sequences and Stunt Work

In an interview with IGN, Angelina Jolie discussed the intense action sequences and the stunts she had to perform for the film. She expressed her admiration for her stunt team, highlighting their meticulous approach to every stunt. Jolie mentioned that the upside-down drop of over 100 feet was handled with caution by her trusted team. She recalled a conversation with one of the stunt ladies, Eunice, who reassured her by saying, “We’d put our kids in this harness.” Despite some nervousness, Jolie emphasized that nothing went wrong during the production.

The Near-Death Experience

During the interview, Angelina Jolie shared the terrifying incident involving a bullet while filming one of the scenes. She explained that the danger didn’t come from the drop but rather from the gunshots. Jolie vividly recalled a specific moment when a bullet whizzed past her right ear. She gestured with her finger, drawing an imaginary line to demonstrate the trajectory of the bullet. The scene involved spinning movements by her co-star, Gerry, while the guns were firing at each other. The combination of these factors resulted in the bullet coming perilously close to Jolie.

This near-death experience serves as a testament to the risks that actors undertake while performing their own stunts. Angelina Jolie’s courage and dedication to her craft have made her a respected figure in the action film genre.

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