Washington, April 11 -- Popular stuntman and filmmaker Chad Stahelski, who is known for directing the 2014 film 'John Wick', starring Reeves, and its three sequels and also achieved fame as stunt performer and coordinator, praised the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for finally recognizing the field.

After the announcement made by AMPAS that Achievement in Stunt Design will become a new category at the 100th Oscars, he said it is highly appreciable.

"None of us in the industry would be here if it wasn't for the last 100 years of stunt people," shared Stahelski, adding, "We've come a long way because a lot of other people have sacrificed a lot. So, it's pretty cool to be here and be at the apex of an entire century of perform...