At a school in Seattle, Washington, students thrash about with their clothes on fire. Others hurl through the air head first. These activities are part of the beginner's course at the International Stunt School. People there learn how to perform dangerous stunts safely in movies and shows for crowds. Even after completing the school, however, employment is not guaranteed. Only 4 in 10 graduates earn jobs in show business. Most of those have to work second or third jobs between contracts. But these students are determined. They want to pursue their dream jobs no matter what.
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