March 30, 1993 started out like any other day on the set of a movie. CrowAlex Proyas. Production was picking up speed and the stage for one of the key scenes was ready to film. It was a shootout in which Eric Draven, played by up-and-coming action hero Brandon Lee, had to face his enemy. By 10:30 p.m., the first rehearsal went off without a hitch. So, the last take, which involved simulating the simultaneous explosion of several firearms.
At present, none of the versions of what happened next is completely clear. Amid flashes and flashes, Brandon Lee fell to the ground, as detailed in storyboard sequences. So it took a few minutes for the team to notice that he was seriously injured and seriously injured. The next thing was confusion on the set, which prevented the actor from moving into New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington (North Carolina). In the following hours, Lee underwent a complex surgical procedure, which, however, did not improve his condition. The flash of molten metal and plastic damaged the gastric artery, and his condition became increasingly critical. He finally died without regaining consciousness at 13:03 on March 31st.
Brandon Lee’s death has shocked the Hollywood industry and sparked widespread debate about potentially dangerous tools on film sets. But, in addition, he added his dark story to a similar list of successors in the black chronicle of the Mecca of cinema. We leave you with five of the most unique and unexpected deaths of actors during the filming of the film. From a beloved comedian for generations to a famous star who failed to complete the crowning work of his career. All in order to explore one of the most disturbing and sinister places in the cinematic world.
John Candy
Actor John Candy was one of the greatest icons of North American comedy in the 1980s. So much so that he became a prominent figure seeking to produce and direct his own films. Moreover, by 1994 he finally felt relief. For most of his life, the translator was afraid of dying of a heart attack. This happened due to the premature death of his father, when the actor was barely four years old. This experience caused him to struggle with his weight for most of his life, without much success.
But in 1994, after rigorous training, it seemed that Candy’s health would finally be better than ever before. Especially during a difficult recording Caravan to the Eastfilm, during the filming of which he went on a tour of the west of the country. From delays to budget problems to public debate due to poor script quality. The truth is that the feature film has become a long road of problems.
Despite this, John Candy successfully completed filming. On the last day of recording, he personally thanked everyone involved and even called director Peter Markle, with whom he had disagreements. Candy then went to her room on set to sleep, insisting that she had a “spaghetti dinner” waiting for her. The next day, the actor’s body was found lying on the ground. He suffered a massive heart attack when he was just 43 years old. A few months later Caravan to the East was released amid rumors that pressure and various problems during filming caused the death of the main character.
Anton Yelchin
By 2016, Anton Yelchin had several projects. Two of them are of great pop culture significance. On the one hand, being the lead vocalist of a Netflix anime produced by Guillermo del Toro, Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia. On the other hand, an important role in the future Star Trek: Unlimited Justin Lin. The latter will be the actor’s biggest role in the franchise, and it was announced that it will likely He will be involved in several future productions of the sci-fi saga.
But on June 19, 2016, the performer’s body was found in his home in Studio City, California. Even more disturbing was the accident that caused his death. After a lengthy investigation into the event, Yelchin died after becoming stuck between his Jeep and a brick pillar, authorities said. This is after the car’s brakes failed.
Although Yelchin completed his role in most of the films he appeared in that year, he left his role unfinished in others. Trollhunters: Tales of Arkadyj. The actor recorded two of the three seasons of the production, so Emile Hirsch had to take over. However, the series retained the last episode in which the actor participated as a tribute to his memory. Later a new part appeared Star Trek: Unlimited, He also paid tribute to the actor in a small tribute at the end of the film.
Philip Seymour Hoffman
The actor was one of the biggest figures of the mid-1990s and early 2000s, and also made repeated appearances in several acclaimed productions. Therefore, his participation in the nascent franchise hunger gameslike the evil and ambiguous Plutarch Heavensbee, seemed the key to success. The actor made his debut in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire 2013. He was expected to retain his role. in the next two films in the story, which will conclude the saga on the big screen.
But the actor was found dead on February 2, 2014 in his Manhattan apartment, the victim of an overdose of cocaine mixed with heroin. Amid widespread shock over the tragedy, his legacy was dealt a blow by the news that the last films he starred in were unfinished. To build the Lionsgate franchise, he devoted time and effort to maintaining his role.
This required changing some important scenes and paying more attention to Woody Harrelson’s character. Including that some of Seymour Hoffman’s speeches would be added to the story through writing. Ultimately, the figure of the actor continued to have a relevant place in the plot and It went down in history, just like his last performance.
River Phoenix
In 1990, River Phoenix was one of Hollywood’s up-and-coming young stars. Not only was he part of the success of a generation count on me 1986, but also made his way with risky productions. One of them dark blooda very rare story about a widowed man in the middle of a nuclear testing site, This seemed to be the missing step to make a performer a star.
At the other extreme was a project that at least received public and media attention. Interview with a VampireAn adaptation of Anne Rice’s book of the same name will hit the big screen with Phoenix as one of the main characters.
But on October 31, 1993, River Phoenix died of an overdose on the streets of Hollywood. He was barely twenty-three years old, and this news had an impact on all the projects in which he participated. dark blood It was eventually canceled for good as Phoenix was considered irreplaceable due to his success. On the other side, Interview with a Vampirehired Christian Slater for the role of a young journalist, played by Phoenix. Interesting fact? River is Joaquin Phoenix’s brother.
Oliver Reed
On May 2, 1999, Oliver Reed recorded one of the most epic scenes of the historical epic. Gladiatorfrom Ridley Scott. In fact, his performance was considered so memorable that the actor noted that he should celebrate his success. Moreover, one that brought him closer to the possibility of winning an Oscar, an event that he dreamed for most of his acting career.
So, along with several actors, he went to a bar in Malta where the recording was taking place. There he drank an exaggerated combination of rum, beer, whiskey and cognac, and competed in dance tests with locals. Suddenly, Reed collapsed to the ground. And before medical help could arrive, he died on the floor of the facility. He was 61 years old.
Although most of the acting scenes in Gladiator had already been filmed, some more retouching was needed to include it in the finale. The cost of the painstaking work rose to almost three million dollars, and complaints arose about the obvious clumsiness of the result. More, Gladiator became a box office hit and also earned Reed a posthumous Oscar nomination. Ironic for an actor who has coveted such an honor all his life.
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