Book, "Stuntman!" - Hal Needham
Object number2013.151.01
Date2011
Mediumpaper, ink
Dimensions9 1/2 × 6 1/2 in. (24.1 × 16.5 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionBook entitled "Stuntman!," which was written by Hollywood stuntman Hal Needham. Needham was born in Memphis, Tennessee, but grew up in Arkansas.Hal Needham is a stuntman, stunt coordinator, writer, and director who is considered a pioneer in the stunt industry. He has directed several films such as Smokey and the Bandit, Smokey and the Bandit II, Stroker Ace, Cannonball Run, Cannonball Run II, and Hooper. Needham has performed stunts in many films and television shows, and many of the stunt techniques and equipment he introduced are still in use today.
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