Knight & Day (Cruise & Diaz) movie question

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The movie "Knight & Day," featuring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz, prominently showcases an Aprilia motorcycle used for stunts, while a Ducati is utilized for close-up shots. The discussion highlights the presence of Smart Roadsters, which are mistaken for toy cars but are actually expensive sports vehicles. The film's title raises questions among viewers regarding its significance, as it does not directly reference the characters' names.

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I thought the motorbike that the duo ride (in Seville, Spain) was a Ducati [edit]although, see below quote[/edit]. Has anyone recognized the make of the three little cars following them? They looked like toy cars, but I am sure they are expensive sports autos.

[Edit] Found it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smart_Roadster Turns out not that expensive either.
[PLAIN said:
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2010/06/the-secret-identity-of-tom-cru.html]It[/PLAIN] appears that the Aprilia is being used as the stunt bike for the movie, performing jumps, slides and other difficult tasks, while the Ducati is used for close ups and low speed shots where Cruise and Diaz are actually riding it.
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I recognized how much that movie sucked
 
It has its funny moments, though... Most people watching it were couples.
 
The title of the movie seems strange. Why Knight and Day? Is that their names?