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One of the most famous images in cinema history is the wide-eyed, terrified expression of Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) as he falls from the Nakatomi Plaza. To capture a genuine reaction, the stunt crew dropped Rickman 40 feet onto an air bag on the count of "two" instead of "three". The shock seen on screen is Rickman’s actual reaction to the unexpected drop. The "Everyman" Action Hero

: The claustrophobic image of McClane in the ducts was shot on a specialized set that allowed Willis to ad-lib the famous line: "Come out to the coast, we'll get together, have a few laughs..." . Die Hard image

The story behind the iconic images of Die Hard (1988) is one of accidental brilliance and high-risk practical effects that redefined the action genre. The "Real" Fear of Hans Gruber One of the most famous images in cinema