20 iconic movie scenes that took multiple retakes to shoot

The Dark Knight (2008) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Pictures
The Dark Knight (2008) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Pictures

3) ⁠Spider-Man (2002)

Spider-Man (2002) | Image Source: Columbia Pictures
Spider-Man (2002) | Image Source: Columbia Pictures

The school cafeteria scene, where Peter Parker catches Mary Jane's falling tray and food, was done in 156 takes. Tobey Maguire performed the stunt practically without using CGI and had to catch the falling items within a go while maintaining character. The crew spent hours refining the choreography to ensure each piece landed within reach. It's quite frustrating on set, but that dedication paid off, and it turned out to be one of the memorable moments in the superhero film with Peter's newly gained spider-like reflexes. It is a fan favorite because it is so authentic.

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