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Topic: "Why filmmakers may return to old-school special effects"

Hmm...

http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/201307 … sical-agai

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  • From: Kent, England
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Re: "Why filmmakers may return to old-school special effects"

How odd, I'm unable to view that page (it's BBC International). Are you able to post a few of the highlights?

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Re: "Why filmmakers may return to old-school special effects"

It's an article from last July, reacting to Disney news that the new Star Wars would include model work. Basically, models are cheaper and often look more real, but there are lots of limitations.

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  • From: Gardena, California
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Re: "Why filmmakers may return to old-school special effects"

A return to old school effects would entail a return to filmmakers making decisions early and committing to them. Good luck with that.  hmm

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