These actors are experts trained to carry out risky scenes in the actors’ place. They are crucial to the creation of thrilling and realistic action scenes. Unlike the stunt performer who executes the moves with precision and courage, the stunt coordinator is the visionary. They picture the entire fight sequence, how it will flow, and design the choreography that the stunt performers will bring to life.
In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, Nigerian stunt coordinator Adamson Ibrahim, also referred to as Adamseffects and known for his role in the hit Netflix film Jagun Jagun, shared insights about the world of stunts and the challenges stunt performers face in Nollywood. He also spoke about his agency, Adams Stunts Academy, which focuses on the training and development of stunt performers in Nigeria.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
