• 1994
  • 30m
Movie Magic

Summary Exploring special effects in filmmaking, from practical make-up to CGI. Each episode focuses on a specific technique, effect or artist, with interviews and behind-the-scenes insights into recent movies. View more details

  • 1994
  • 30m

Movie Magic

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : James Cameron Rick Baker Richard Edlund Ken Ralston

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8.8

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Genres : History Documentary

Release date : Jun 23, 1994

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : GRB Entertainment Sequoia Entertainment Inc. Glacier Point

Summary Exploring special effects in filmmaking, from practical make-up to CGI. Each episode focuses on a specific technique, effect or artist, with interviews and behind-the-scenes insights into recent movies. View more details

Details

Genres : History Documentary

Release date : Jun 23, 1994

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : GRB Entertainment Sequoia Entertainment Inc. Glacier Point

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Episodes

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Episode 1 • Jun 23, 1994
Creature Makeup: Masks and Mirrors
Prosthetic molds, masks, and makeup with an emphasis on the 1994 fantasy/comedy, Cabin Boy.
Episode 2 • Dec 31, 1969
Optical Effects: Optical Illusions
How optical shots are composited with an emphasis on the 1983 George Lucas film, Return of the Jedi.
Episode 3 • Dec 31, 1969
Creature Articulation: The Art of Imitation
Creature models and miniatures with an emphasis on the 1993 Roger Corman film, Carnosaur.
Episode 4 • Dec 31, 1969
Miniature Pyrotechnics: Baby Blasts
Pyrotechnics with an emphasis on the 1993 Sylvester Stallone film, Cliffhanger.
Episode 5 • Dec 31, 1969
Forced Perspective: Eye of the Beholder
Forced perspective trickery with an emphasis on the 1993 Christopher Guest remake of Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman.
Episode 6 • Dec 31, 1969
Ride Films: Riding the Movies
Theme park attractions that are film driven, with an emphasis on motion simulator attraction, Star Quest Adventure.
Episode 7 • Dec 31, 1969
Action Miniatures: Fast and Furious
Special effects shots using miniatures with an emphasis on the 1993 Fantasy/Romance, Heart and Souls.
Episode 8 • Dec 31, 1969
Matte Paintings: The Panoramic Art
How matte paintings are incorporated into special effects shots with an emphasis on the 1993 sequel, Addams Family Values.
Episode 9 • Dec 31, 1969
Computer Animation: Electric Dreams
Computer graphic imagery in film, with an emphasis on a talking cat from the 1993 Walt Disney Pictures film, Hocus Pocus.
Episode 10 • Dec 31, 1969
Cinematic Flight: Up, Up and Away
The history of flight in film, with an emphasis on the 1993 Walt Disney Pictures film, Hocus Pocus.
Episode 11 • Dec 31, 1969
Models and Miniatures: A Model of Perfection
How miniature models are used in effects scenes with an emphasis on the television series, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
Episode 12 • Dec 31, 1969
Stop Motion Animation: One Step at a Time
How stop-motion animation works with an emphasis on the work of Willis O'Brien, Ray Harryhausen, and Phil Tippett.
Episode 13 • Dec 31, 1969
Atmospheric Effects: Eye of the Storm
How weather is created for film with an emphasis on the 1993 Clint Eastwood film, In the Line of Fire, and the 1994 Coen Brothers film, The Hudsucker Proxy.
Episode 14 • Dec 31, 1969
Digital Enhancement: Painting by Numbers
Computer generated effects in film with an emphasis on the 1993 fantasy/comedy Heart and Souls and a Kodak commercial.
Episode 15 • Dec 31, 1969
Sound Effects: Audio Awareness
Episode 16 • Dec 31, 1969
Pyrotechnics: Bombs and Other Blasts
How explosions are created for film with an emphasis on the 1993 adaptation of Stephen King's Needful Things.
Episode 17 • Dec 31, 1969
Weapons: Hits and Misses
How weapons and ammunition are created for film, with an emphasis on the 1993 Sylvester Stalone action film, Demolition Man.
Episode 18 • Dec 31, 1969
Physical Effects: Causes and Effects
How physical gags and effects are executed in film, with an emphasis on the 1993 comedy, Hot Shots! Part Deux.
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