This year the visual effects branch of the Academy followed the lead of the sound editing category and widened its net to five nominees. It did not, however, follow suit by eliminating the superfluous bake-off process, which whittles the contenders down to seven before deciding on the ultimate slate of nominees. This year the two […]
OSCAR GUIDE: Best Visual Effects
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 10:34 am · February 17th, 2011
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TECH SUPPORT INTERVIEW: The look of ‘Inception’
Posted by gerardkennedy · 9:23 am · December 16th, 2010
Christopher Nolan has become known for making the Batman films look, and consequently feel, “real.” His latest film, “Inception,” despite being a visual treat, also seemed a far cry from the CGI spectacles that normally dominate the blockbuster circuit. It was very well-received by critics and certainly audiences alike and is currently enjoying a solid […]
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TECH SUPPORT: Best Visual Effects — Volume I
Posted by gerardkennedy · 9:07 am · September 9th, 2010
How often do you go to the movies to escape? To be immersed into a different world, whether it be fantastical, thrilling or action-packed? For many movie-goers, if not most, the answer is “frequently.” Visual effects often play a massive role in this experience. Studios invest heavily in them and frequently try to sell films […]
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New production photos further reveal Nolan’s ‘Inception’ as a design spectacle
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 3:32 pm · April 11th, 2010
Production designer Guy Dyas has always associated himself with films that boast elaborate art direction. Even during his early years as a concept artist, the films were design-heavy. “Men in Black,” “Wild Wild West” and “Galaxy Quest” are examples. Later: Tim Burton’s “Planet of the Apes” and elements of the Wachowski brothers’ “The Matrix Reloaded” […]
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