All articles tagged with #special effects
The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild announced their 13th annual award nominations, led by films like 'One Battle After Another,' 'Frankenstein,' 'Wicked: For Good,' and 'Sinners,' with categories spanning feature films, TV series, commercials, and stage productions, highlighting impressive prosthetic and hair styling work.
The article celebrates the 50th anniversary of ILM's creation of the original X-wing miniature for Star Wars, detailing the intricate process of designing, building, and refining the models used in the film, highlighting the craftsmanship and innovation behind these iconic miniatures.
The Duffer Brothers and cast of 'Stranger Things' discuss their approach to balancing character-driven storytelling with action and monsters in the final episodes, emphasizing emotional crescendos and character arcs, with the series finale set to release in theaters and on Netflix.
JoBeth Williams recounts the making of the horror film Poltergeist, highlighting the use of real skeletons, innovative special effects, improvisation on set, and Spielberg's involvement, revealing behind-the-scenes challenges and memorable moments.
Heidi Klum has transformed her Halloween costumes from basic to elaborate over 25 years, becoming a Halloween icon with iconic looks like E.T., Jessica Rabbit, and a giant peacock, showcasing her love for creativity, humor, and high art in costume design.
Jon Landau, producer of Titanic, shares behind-the-scenes insights on the film's production challenges, including building the ship and ocean, budget issues, and the pivotal test screening that confirmed the film's success, despite initial doubts and setbacks.
The article lists 17 actors who used prosthetic body parts such as boobs and penises for various roles in film and television, highlighting the behind-the-scenes efforts to create realistic or scene-appropriate appearances.
The Sphere in Las Vegas is premiering a digitally enhanced and expanded version of 'The Wizard of Oz' that incorporates AI technology, new characters, sensory effects, and a rerecorded soundtrack to create an immersive and innovative cinematic experience, sparking debate over the use of AI in filmmaking.
Universal's Halloween Horror Nights features new and immersive scare houses based on popular horror franchises like Five Nights at Freddy's, Terrifier, Fallout, Friday the 13th, and Poltergeist, with advanced animatronics, elaborate effects, and themed environments designed to deliver intense scares and unique experiences across both coasts.
Alexis Stone, a performance and makeup artist, creates astonishing full-body transformations into celebrities and characters using prosthetics, special effects, and custom details, often attending fashion shows in elaborate disguises that garner significant media attention and public fascination.
Hollywood is increasingly integrating AI technology across various sectors, including animation, special effects, content promotion, and dubbing, with startups like Toonstar, Chronicle Studios, and Runway leading innovation. While major studios face legal challenges over AI use, the industry recognizes AI's potential to reduce costs, enhance content discovery, and streamline production processes, attracting significant investor interest.
'Jurassic World Rebirth' introduces new genetically engineered dinosaurs, including the Distortus rex and Mutadon, as part of a storyline involving DNA extraction from colossal creatures to develop a life-saving drug, featuring a mix of monstrous hybrids and traditional dinosaurs, with a release date set for July 2.
M3GAN 2.0 features Allison Williams in a high-octane action sequence where her character, fused with M3GAN, fights soldiers, showcasing her physical training and complex performance, as the film shifts towards a more action-oriented genre reflecting current AI and warfare themes.
The 'Ghost Army' veterans, a secretive US Army unit, were honored with the Congressional Gold Medal 80 years after their special effects efforts saved lives during World War Two. The group's creative contributions to the war were highlighted, as surviving veterans and their families shared their stories.
The highly anticipated reboot of the cult classic film "Twister," titled "Twisters," is set to be released in July, but it will not feature any Iowa landscapes unlike the original. The trailer premiered during a Super Bowl ad slot, generating excitement among fans. The new chapter, starring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos, is directed by Lee Isaac Chung and features a completely original story. While the 1996 film was known for its groundbreaking special effects, the 2024 version is anticipated to be updated with today's methods and techniques of tornado hunting and scientific analytics. The new film was primarily filmed in Oklahoma and Los Angeles, and is scheduled for a worldwide release on July 19.