Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"PRESTON CORBELL"!
Let's get into some exclusive questions...
STANDISH: So, in short, what's life like as a stunt coordinator/double?
PRESTON: Being a stuntman is of course an incredible job that I am fortunate to have. That being said there was a lot of hard work that was put into getting at such a high level. As a stuntman I put my life on the line for the entertainment of the audience and the integrity of the production. I am blessed to work with stunt coordinators and safety personal that are the best in the world. With that security and trust in the production, I can fully do my job and provide the best stunts I can produce. At the end of the day being a stuntman is AWESOME!
STANDISH: What are you most proud of in your career?
PRESTON: I am most proud of my versatility as an actor and stuntman. For example, I doubled a character that was 170 pounds on one show and a character that was 230 pounds on other show. The shooting schedules were opposite times of the year, but I needed to fit that body type back and forth for three seasons. Whatever the role is I have the ability to physically get my body to a point to fit that character quickly. That comes with keeping my body in good physical condition and having the discipline to cut and bulk my diet at a drop of a hat.
STANDISH: I'm sure you get asked this lots but Standish913 is curious, how many bones you've broken in your career?
PRESTON: That is up there with the most common questions I get asked. The honest answer is too many to count. With the addition of torn muscles and ligaments as well and concussions the number is up there. But it’s all in a day’s work as a Hollywood stuntman. I’ve been doing this for 20+ years and I’m pretty beat up. A positive spin is that I have lots of great stories and experiences to tell.
STANDISH: What made you want to try stunts? Can you tell us about the most difficult stunt you did?
PRESTON: Falling into stunts was a bit of an accident. I ruptured my Achilles tendon playing basketball in college. That was the end of my hopes to be a professional basketball player. However, it was the start of my stunt career. I was able to be the stunt double for Chad Michael Murray (Lucas Scott) on One Tree Hill. A show that revolves around basketball. The most difficult stunts are of course the most dangerous, fire, high falls, and impacts… I have the ability to take a deep breathe before each stunt and grit it out for the sake of the production. So, all stunts have risks. The most difficult are the ones you get into your head and are fearful of performing.
STANDISH: What is something you learned from working with the iconic Rider Strong of Cabin Fever?
PRESTON: Cabin Fever was one of the first projects I worked on. Working with Rider Strong was an awesome experience. He is someone that experienced a lot of fame fast and at a young age. To see how humble and talented he is, was a nice influence on my young career. I also got to work with him on Cabin Fever 2.
STANDISH: Was there ever a stunt you couldn't complete? Or maybe didn't want too?
PRESTON: There hasn’t been a stunt I’ve attempted that I couldn’t complete outside of injury. I pride myself in being able to complete any stunt in two tries. I may fail the first go but I will quickly learn not to make the same mistake again. I am usually game for any kind of stunt. While I haven’t been presented with this stunt, I may have some difficultly performing with snakes. I’m definitely terrified of snakes.
STANDISH: What's a favorite set you've been on?
PRESTON: Oh man what a difficult question! I’ve had the opportunity to be on some crazy sets and legendary actors. Working on Eastbound and Down was pretty cool. Watching Danny McBride launch his career on that show. Working with Ben Stiller on two different projects years apart is a big highlight in my career. My home base is One Tree Hill, that’s where the bulk of my career blossomed.
STANDISH: Can you tell us about your time on "One Tree Hill?
PRESTON: One Tree Hill was a prime time in my life. The mean actors, some crew, and I were around the same age. We kind of had that bond on set and in a way grew up together. It was at the peak of Chad’s career and being his double, I got to see the crazy fans on location screaming for him. The energy of the show was exciting, and we knew there was something special here.
STANDISH: How does it feel to be in the Marvel legacy for Daredevil work?
PRESTON: I’ve got to work on the Netflix rendition and now the Disney rendition of Daredevil and that is pretty awesome. Being a part of MCU and DC is something a little different than other projections. Fans are so dedicated and the meaning behind the projections is profound. Working on MCU I developed a lot of wire work skills and fighting that I haven’t experienced before. It is just a special production to be a part of and I’m very proud of it.
STANDISH: To be a part of The Vampire Diaries is awesome! What did you enjoy the most?
PRESTON: The Vampire Diaries had that One Tree Hill vibe to it. It was a show about young characters kind of finding their way in life. The Vampire Diaries was different, however. More makeup, crazy characters, and twisted storylines. It was so fun going to set not knowing what or who I would be portraying that day. Getting into fictional characters and developing movements and personalities that are different than your everyday person. I do convention appearances and The Vampire Diaries is always such a huge fan favorite.
STANDISH: What is your favorite genre of movie to work with?
PRESTON: I love all genres and productions. They each bring their own vibe and unique elements. Horror is great to be a part of just because of the loyal fanbase. I will do horror conventions and fans will remember projects decades old and be able to recite them word for word. So, from a post-production outlook I would say horror, where characters live on forever.
STANDISH: What's on Preston's playlist?
PRESTON: Oh well, when it comes to getting pumped up for doing stunt work I love heavy rock. Metallica, ACDC, Korn, Slipknot. Something that is angry, hard melody, and will get the blood pumping. Outside of film work I’m a 90’s rock kind of guy. Bring the tone down and rock out to some Goo Goo Dolls, Collective Soul, and other alternative bands from that era.
STANDISH: If you could have dinner with three people, who would they be?
PRESTON: Johnny Cash, Lucille Ball, and I’m not sure about the third one…
STANDISH: Standish913 is firm on crafting the younger generation into giving opportunity, do you have any advice for younger people?
PRESTON: From a film standpoint work, work, work. Do your own projects, do other people’s projects, get as much experiences as humanly possible. It’s not going to be handed to you and it takes many years to see that work pay off. From a stunt standpoint, get really good at one thing whether it be driving, fighting, parkour, whatever it is be the world’s best at it. That one thing will get your foot in the door and then you can show off your talents as a stuntman.
STANDISH: Where is the coolest place you've traveled to for work?
PRESTON: I worked in England, and Greece those are of course incredible because of the history of the countries. In the US I would say New York keeps you on your toes and it’s so alive. The other is good ole L.A., can’t go wrong with Hollywood and Burbank.
STANDISH: Tell us about you being hit by cars...
PRESTON: Doing a car stunt is a rush of adrenaline and a sense of calm. You know the hit is coming but you trust in your stunt team and having the ability to plan precise timing. Practice makes perfect and you learn each time you do it. If you do a stunt wrong and you get hurt not only, are you out of work but you learn a valuable lesson of not making that mistake again.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
https://www.instagram.com/stunt.beast/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6231561/
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
PRESTON: Thank you for everyone that took the time to read this interview. Peace and Love
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