VFXWorld Magazine

More VIEW 2024 Speaker Updates: Alec Gillis to Talk ‘Alien: Romulus’

The creature FX designer will present ‘Practical Character Effects and Why They Still Matter’ at Italy’s premier animation and VFX event running October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin.

In 3D, CG, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

Back to the Rim Headline News

Legendary Entertainment Announces ‘Pacific Rim’ Prequel Series

The project is part of a newly minted first-look television deal with Eric Heisserer, who is joined by Carmen Lewis under their Chronology banner.

In 3D, Business, CG, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

The Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW 2024 Speaker Updates: Swen Gillberg to Talk ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

The VFX supervisor shares the digital magic that helped bring together two of the world’s most popular superheroes at Italy’s premier animation and visual effects event that runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

Dang that Guy Can Draw! VFXWorld

‘Harold and the Purple Crayon’ Hits the Hybrid Sweet Spot

Director Carlos Saldanha and VFX Producer Ken Wallace talk about coloring outside the lines to create Sony Pictures’ live-action/animated adaptation of Crockett Johnson’s famed kids’ book, now playing in theaters nationwide.

In 2D, 3D, Acting, Books, CG, Films, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Splinter Me This VFXWorld

VFX Literally Tears Apart the Superhero Genre in ‘The Boy’s Season 4

Visual Effects Supervisor Stephan Fleet oversaw the delivery of 1,600 shots on Prime Video’s Emmy Award winning series, including lots of exploding heads, flesh eating flying sheep, an amorous octopus, and a man, Splinter, whose superpower was to rip his body in two while generating new clones.

In 3D, Acting, CG, Comics, Digital Media, People, Post-production, Television, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

From Game to Screen Headline News

Teaser Trailer Drops for Live-Action ‘Like a Dragon: Yakuza’ Adaptation

The action-adventure series, based on the popular Japanese game franchise from SEGA, streams October 24 worldwide on Prime Video.

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Birth of a Villain Headline News

Sony Drops ‘Kraven the Hunter’ Trailer #2

Iconic villains aren’t born. They’re made… especially for film! Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars alongside Russell Crowe in the visceral origin story of the the world’s greatest, and most feared hunter… with a vendetta against Spider-Man. Film hits theaters December 13.

In Acting, CG, Comics, Films, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Broadway Baby! Headline News

‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ Stage Play to Hit Broadway

The show, which serves as prequel to the beloved Netflix series, will run at the Marquis Theatre in 2025 beginning March 28 ahead of opening night on April 22.

In People, Places, Theme Parks - Installations | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

The Ex-Jedi Returns VFXWorld

The ‘Imperfect’ Visual Effects that Make ‘Ahsoka’ Shine

Award-winning VFX supervisor Richard Bluff talks about his work delivering more than 4,000 shots on the Disney+ Star Wars spinoff that has just been nominated for five Emmy Awards.

In 3D, Acting, Awards, CG, Digital Media, People, Technology, Television, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Special Events: Emmy Awards | Geographic Region: All

People Headline News

Jogger Studios Names Josh Kirschenbaum Creative Director

Industry veteran’s work in advertising and movies includes visual effects design, sequences, and creative solutions for screens of all sizes.

In Business, Commercials, Digital Media, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

The Witching Hour Approaches Headline News

Marvel Television Debuts New ‘Agatha All Along’ Trailer and Poster

The series, which follows the infamous Agatha Harkness and a mysterious teen boy on a journey down the legendary Witches’ Road, hits Disney + September 18.

In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: D23 | Geographic Region: All

No One Can Resist the Time Authority VFXWorld

‘Loki’ Season 2: Sometimes the Best CG is No CG

Marvel Studios Production VFX Supervisor Chris Townsend discusses 'time slipping' and the surprisingly small number of CG shots, and reliance on capturing shots in-camera, in the sophomore season of the hit Disney+ series, which scored a recent Emmy nomination for Outstanding Special Visual Effects In A Season Or A Movie.

In 3D, Acting, Awards, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Special Events: Emmy Awards | Geographic Region: All

Tis Dangerous in Space Headline News

Lucasfilm Drops First Trailer for ‘Skeleton Crew’

The latest all-new ‘Star Wars’ series, which follows four kids who make a discovery on their home planet and get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy, hits Disney+ December 3.

In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: D23 | Geographic Region: All

A Legend is Born Headline News

New Trailer, Poster Revealed for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’

Exploring the unlikely rise of the legendary, beloved king of the Pride Lands, the film blends live-action filmmaking techniques with the latest photoreal CGI; coming to theaters December 20.

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Visual Effects, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: D23 | Geographic Region: All

Whistle While You Watch Headline News

Teaser Trailer, Poster Revealed for ‘Disney’s Snow White’

Mirror mirror on the wall… the live-action/3DCG hybrid musical reimagining of the classic 1937 film, which stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot as Snow White and the Evil Queen, hits theaters March 21, 2025.

In 3D, Acting, CG, Films, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: D23 | Geographic Region: All

Where Hollywood and Silicon Valley Converge Headline News

Infinity Festival: Where Hollywood and Silicon Valley Converge

Sony Pictures Imageworks CTO Mike Ford and Head of Production Mandy Tankenson co-chair the 7^th edition which returns to Hollywood November 6-9; the event celebrates the convergence of art, technology and entertainment.

In AI, Business, Event, Festival, Films, Immersive, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

Technology Headline News

KIRI Engine 3D Scanner App Version 3.9 Introduces Auto-Rigging

Major upgrade to photoreal 3D scanning system expands cloud-based toolset with Featureless Object Scan 2.0 and Auto-Rigging, along with major UI enhancements that improve feature access and ease of use.

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Business Headline News

Alliance of Ontario Studios Launches Ticket VFX

Krow VFX, Torpedo Pictures, and Tryptyc combine strengths and talent rosters to offer concept-to-post-production services with an emphasis on philanthropy.

In Business, CG, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

It’s Capturiffic! Headline News

RADiCAL Announces Single-Camera Real-Time Markerless MoCap Solution

The new performance capture tools use a webcam or smartphone for finger tracking, higher fidelity facial mocap, and new upper body modes that are compatible with company’s full body mocap product.

In 3D, AI, Business, CG, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Solidarity! Headline News

Multiple Unions Issue Solidarity Statement Ahead of TAG-AMPTP Negotiations

Members urged to attend ‘Stand with Animation’ rally August 10 and support The Animation Guild ahead of next week’s negotiations with Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.

In Business, Community Outreach, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

That’s Not My Doog Headline News

Lionsgate Television Developing ‘John Wick’ Sequel Series

The show, titled ‘John Wick: Under the High Table,’ picks up after the events of ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ and is currently being shopped to potential networks and streaming services.

In Business, Films, People, Television, Writing | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Do It in the Cloud VFXWorld

Cloud Computing Is Stifling Creativity in VFX Studios - Here’s How to Fix It

CoreWeave’s Mac Moore shares how more cloud provider choices give studios leverage to negotiate better, more flexible deals that don’t penalize for multi-cloud usage and enable, not inhibit speed, flexibility, and efficiency.

In 3D, Business, CG, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Another Union Victory Headline News

Apple TV Visual Effects Workers Vote to Join IATSE

After a unanimous vote in a National Labor Relations Board ballot count on Tuesday, both parties will be allowed a period of five business days to raise objections before the vote is certified.

In Business, Community Outreach, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

Technology Headline News

Tech Trio Reveals 4D Facial Performance Capture Service

At SIGGRAPH 2024, Clear Angle Studios, DI4D, and TexturingXYZ announced collaboration on new standard of performance-driven digital human faces; video offers a glimpse into the ‘future of interactive entertainment.’

In 3D, Business, CG, Event, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: All

Book to Screen Headline News

Moira Walley-Beckett Set as Showrunner on ‘Fourth Wing’ Adaptation

Based on ‘The Empyrean’ novel series by Rebecca Yarros, the first installment follows Violet Sorrengail, an unassuming girl who is thrust into training as a dragon rider; Prime Video has not released plot or casting details.