John Landis is excited about the scene we are making. He wants to film my fall from all different angles, which means I have to hit the ground over and over again. Sherrod had told me, in addition to all the other money I have already made for the fight scene, I would be paid $400 every time I hit the ground. This is what is called a stunt adjustment or bump. The crew winces every time I make impact. They don’t realize that I’m getting one foot down right before I hit the ground, softening the blow. Sherrod looks worried and keeps asking me if I’m okay. I keep saying yes as I think of all the money I am making. He shakes his head. I’m considering buying a new car. I hit the ground twelve times. I buy the car