stuntman

[/ˈstʌntmæn/]
nounmasculinepl: stuntmen
dublê
1. A professional performer who executes dangerous or physically demanding feats in films, television shows, or live performances, substituting for the main actor
The stuntman performed the dangerous car chase scene instead of the lead actor.
O dublê realizou a cena perigosa de perseguição de carros no lugar do ator principal.
2. A person trained in performing tricks and dangerous maneuvers for entertainment purposes
The stuntman executed an impressive motorcycle jump over the canyon.
O dublê executou um impressionante salto de motocicleta sobre o cânion.
In Brazilian cinema and television, the term 'dublê' is widely recognized and the profession is well-established. The film industry in Brazil regularly employs stuntmen for action sequences. In Hollywood, stuntmen are highly trained professionals organized through unions like SAG-AFTRA. The profession has gained visibility through behind-the-scenes documentaries and award recognition, particularly as audiences have become more aware of the physical risks involved in filmmaking.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
doublestunt performerdaredevilstunt double

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
dublê
Most common and widely used term across Brazil
São Paulo
dublê de risco
Emphasizes the dangerous nature of the work
Rio de Janeiro
dublê
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
figurante de risco or dublê
Less common; sometimes uses English term 'stuntman' directly

Related Words

stuntactorfilm productionspecial effectsstuntwomandaredevilacrobat

Related Idioms & Phrases

break a leg (theatrical idiom expressing good wishes before performance)
take a fall (to perform a stunt fall)
pull off a stunt (to successfully execute a difficult maneuver)
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