Absolutely, it’s a tightrope walk between making the audience hold their breath and keeping the hero’s moves plausible. Directors lean on real physics—low‑profile bodies, careful foot placement, breathing in rhythm with the soundtrack. They’ll often shoot a few takes from different angles, then edit the most tense beats together, like a slow‑motion montage of a ninja and a jazz solo blended together. In the end, the hero’s silence feels earned, not just a gimmick. If you ever want to pull that off, start with a simple walk through a hallway while actually listening for every creak. It’s the little details that keep the tension believable.