Though blockbusters are synonymous with computer imagery, dramas and art-house films rely extensively on tech magic, too. Don’t be fooled by the naturalism. By Calum Marsh A woman crosses a bustling ...

As technology has continued to advance, so too has the role of computer-generated visual effects in the film industry. Visual effects supervisors like Stephan Fleet act as the primary point of contact ...

Disney’s live-action adaptations of its most popular animated features have been huge hits for the studio in recent years. Mulan, the most recent remake, premiered on streaming service Disney+ in ...

The Academy Awards honor some of the best films to come out of Hollywood — and other places around the world — each year for a wide range of achievements both in front of the camera and behind it. One ...

Marvel’s “Eternals” feels completely different from every other Marvel Studios release, and much of that has to do with writer-director Chloé Zhao’s unique approach to the material – largely skipping ...

In the mid-1960s, special effects in films and TV were the domain of miniatures, matte paintings on glass and optical compositing – all on real film. The effects in Star Trek: The Original Series were ...

The world of visual effects (VFX) has undergone a remarkable transformation with the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. These innovative solutions have democratized the creation of ...

Video effects are useful for both personal and work calls. Google Meet is now making it easier to set visual effects on the web with a new settings panel. An “Apply visual effects” button appears in ...

As 2024 cinema comes to a close with the Christmas holiday season, it’s also award season and time for the top contenders for the Academy Awards. One of the most interesting categories this year will ...