Bollywood Car, Camera Setups, and Stunt Driving
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Andy Hillenburg's ARCA Race Shop History: Talladega Nights Dennit Racing (Fast Track Racing)
What happens here
Andy introduces the car used in the Bollywood movie 'Ta Ra Rum Pum,' driven by an Indian actor who was also a good sport. He describes how the car was modified for filming, including a unique right-hand drive setup where the actual driver sits in the right-rear corner of the car, controlling a dummy steering wheel on the left, while cameras are mounted inside to capture the actor's face. The floorboard was removed to allow the cameraman to film the actor's feet, showing their interaction with pedals. Andy also discusses the car used in a Mountain Dew commercial featuring Chase Elliott, which was famously filmed flying through the air. He details how he himself couldn't do the jump due to a broken back but showed the stunt driver how to do it safely. He points out a dent on the car where it landed.
Goal: Illustrate specialized car modifications for unique filming angles and stunt work
Tools and materials
- Bollywood Movie Car — Modified race car with right-hand drive for filming purposes
- Camera Mounts — Specialized mounts on the car for camera placement
- Cameras — Mounted inside cars to capture actor's faces and feet during filming
- Mountain Dew Commercial Car Chevrolet — Race car used for a flying stunt in a commercial
- Stunt Driving Experience N/A — Performing risky car maneuvers for film and commercial productions
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