You could always put your set and camera on its side. Film your character walking as normal. when played back he looks like hes walking up the wall!
I cannot claim credit for this fantastic idea. I got it from that batman tv series in the 60's (Adam West era). Its more cheesy than a hobos armpit but still a classic.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLZQ3OLEJWE
If you can't bear to watch it all jump video to 2:41 to see the death defying wall walk.
By the way easing in and easing out doesn't make VERY large movements appear less choppy. I'm afraid there is no subtitute for higher frame rate in certain situations.
All the movements in that tutorial are relatively small. Easing in and easing out helps "sell" a move as it is the way things move naturally, ie starting slow accelerating then decelerating. That tutorial was excellent though and the guy is clearly a great animator.
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