abstract:The Stunt Man is a 1980 American film directed by Richard Rush, starring Peter O'Toole, Steve Railsback, and Barbara Hershey.Variety film review;11 June 1980 page 20 The movie was adapted by Lawrence B.
The storyboard has been fleshed out, the balloon for the pivotal opening sequence is being made, the locations being firmed, sets are being designed and stuntmen are being booked.
So the Yes Men and US Uncut not only benefitted from the timing of their stunt (just days before the Tax Day weekend) but the anti-corporate sentiment that had been stirring in certain precincts in the progressive community.