Masters of FX: Behind the Scenes with Geniuses of Visual and Special Effects

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Masters of FX: Behind the Scenes with Geniuses of Visual and Special Effects

Masters of FX: Behind the Scenes with Geniuses of Visual and Special Effects

Written by Ian Failes
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It would be rare these days to find a film that did not in some way depend on the magic of visual effects, from the raging computer-generated dinosaurs in Steven Spielberg's Jurrasic Park, to the fantastical worlds of Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, and the photoreal tiger and ocean in Ang Lee's Life of Pi. Through interviews with 16 of the leading effects pioneers from around the world (see list below), author Ian Failes explores the making of some of the most memorable film sequences ever produced, showcasing the shift from practical to digital magic with original behind-the-scenes imagery, shot breakdowns, and detailed explanations of some of the secrets behind the making of cinema's most extraordinary creations.Visual effects artists and films discussed include:Dennis Muren (Star Wars: Episodes IV–VI; Terminator 2: Judgment Day; Jurassic Park; A.I. Artificial Intelligence; War of the Worlds)Bill Westenhofer (Babe: Pig in the City; Cats & Dogs; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; The Golden Compass; Life of Pi)Joe Letteri (The Lord of the Rings trilogy; King Kong; Avatar; Planet of the Apes; The Hobbit trilogy)Rob Legato (Apollo 13; Titanic; The Aviator; Hugo)Paul Franklin (Pitch Black; Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy; Inception; Interstellar)Richard Edlund (Star Wars: Episodes IV–VI; Raiders of the Lost Ark; Ghostbusters; Multiplicity);Edson Williams (X-Men: The Last Stand; The Curious Case of Benjamin Button; The Social Network; Captain America films)Karen Goulekas (Godzilla; The Day After Tomorrow; 10,000 BC; Green Lantern);Chris Corbould (Golden Eye; Die Another Day; Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy; Inception);Ian Hunter (The X-Files; The Dark Knight; The Dark Knight Rises; Inception; Interstellar)John Rosengrant (Terminator films; Jurassic Park; Iron Man films; Real Steel)

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Pages 192
Language Eng
Publisher Focal Press
Published July 20, 2015
ISBN 26176873
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After spending years working in the corporate world, Ian Failes finally decided to pursue a lifelong passion for writing. They currently reside in a quiet suburb where they spend most of their time outlining new stories, reading extensively, and occasionally attempting to bake.

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