VFXWorld Magazine

A Look at the World of VFX Headline News

VFX Veteran Joseph Bell Releases the ‘Visual Effects World Atlas’

This new, unprecedented, and comprehensive research report and overview of the artists who work in the global VFX industry, their skill sets, and where they’re located is now available as a free download.

Going All-In Headline News

DC Announces Three New Comic Book Series

‘Batman: Dark Patterns,’ a new series from Batman’s early years, launches December 11; ‘Metamorpho: The Element Man,’ a new ongoing series about the covalent bond of friends and foes, launches December 25; and ‘Two Face,’ which will explore the duality of the villain in a limited series launching December 4.

People Headline News

Ben Clark Appointed Managing Director of The Mill London

The appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company, as it continues to innovate across its global studios, leveraging new technologies to drive creativity across multiple platforms.

Events Headline News

Multiple HBO, Max Originals Headed to New York Comic Con

The streamer’s NYCC 2024 lineup features panels, never-before-seen footage, and more from ‘The Penguin,’ ‘Dune: Prophecy,’ ‘The Franchise,’ and ‘Creature Commandos;’ all events take place October 17-19 at the Javits Center.

They’re Coming Together… Again Headline News

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Heads to Digital and Blu-ray/DVD

They’re coming together… again… Experience all the laughs with hours of exclusive bonus content, including a gag reel, deleted scenes, filmmaker commentary and featurettes, when Marvel’s hit film arrives October 1 on digital retailers (Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango) and explodes October 22 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.

Thank You For Your Cooperation Headline News

Peter Ocko Named Writer, Showrunner on ‘Robocop’ Prime Video Series

The ‘Lodge 49’ showrunner is joined by Atomic Monster’s James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett, who will executive produce.

virtual production Headline News

Vicon and Lux Machina Outfit Martin Scorsese Virtual Production Center

NYU Tisch School of the Arts’ state of the art motion-capture and virtual production facility now offers students enrolled in the new Master of Professional Studies degree in Virtual Production a chance to learn with next generation technology.

Post-Production Headline News

The Look Finishes Integration of Mistika Workflows into VFX Production Pipeline

The London-based post facility’s use of SGO’s advanced automated workflow yields increased efficiency, reduced manual interventions, and uncompromised quality.

The Future is a Virtual Certainty Headline News

Digital Domain, AWS Team to Scale Autonomous Virtual Human Technology

This collaboration, leveraging AWS's advanced cloud infrastructure and generative AI and machine learning services, aims to propel the evolution and global reach of Digital Domain's AVH technology and expand its use for multiple industries, including entertainment, gaming, healthcare, hospitality, and commercial applications.

It’s Looking Like Fire Headline News

Production Starts on ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Season 2, New Cast Member Named

Miya Cech joins the show as fan-favorite character Toph, a master earthbender who was born blind but uses her feet to feel and sense the world around her. 

The Cordyceps Will Soon Return Headline News

HBO Releases Teaser Trailer, Key Art for ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2

Taking place annually on September 26, ‘TLOU Day’ celebrated the franchise and its dedicated fan community; the highly anticipated second season hits HBO and Max in 2025.

Vengeance Has A New Name Headline News

Lionsgate Shares First ‘Ballerina’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 2:07pm

Ana de Armas joins the murky, fiendish and bloody world of assassins, circa ‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum,’ in the action-packed origin story of Eve Macarro and the traditions of the Ruska Roma; hitting theaters June 5, 2025.

We Want More Dinosaurs Headline News

Amazon Kids+ and Prime Video Share ‘Dino Dex’ First Look

The new live-action CGI series from Sinking Ship Entertainment follows Dex, who along with his neighbor, goes on hilariously fun explorations to study dinosaurs; first 9 episodes debut October 20 with more coming in 2025.

Where is Santa? Headline News

Amazon MGM Drops ‘Red One’ Official Trailer #2

Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans are unhappily paired to track down Santa, Code Name: RED ONE, who gets kidnapped right before Christmas, in the comedy adventure coming to theaters November 15.

The MCU Misfits are Coming Headline News

Marvel Studios Drops ‘Thunderbolts’ Teaser Trailer

Florence Pugh stars as the ‘down in the dumps’ assassin leader of the MCU’s most unlikely band of misfits in the Jake Schreier film, coming to U.S. theaters May 2025.

Vengeance and Intrigue in Ancient Rome Headline News

Paramount Shares ‘Gladiator II’ Trailer #2

We return to the visually stunning, often brutal ancient Roman world of Sir Ridley Scott's Oscar-winning ‘Gladiator,’ in the long-awaited sequel, coming to theaters November 22.

The Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW 2024 Reveals Expansive Full Conference Lineup

Jonathan Nolan, Fede Alvarez, Kelsey Mann, and Chris Sanders are just a few of the top speakers who’ll be attending as the English-speaking event celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing together industry professionals, students, and enthusiasts in a celebration of the latest achievements in animation, VFX, and games; the event runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin, Italy.

All Must Choose VFXWorld

Wētā FX Delivers the Dragons - and More - for HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon’

VFX Supervisor Wayne Stables talks about how he and his team helped manifest a slew of dragons – without getting toasted – for HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel.

Leaders Driving Real Change Headline News

Former Disney and Google Exec Julie Ann Crommett Launches ‘You Got Moxie!’ Podcast

Each week, the Collective Moxie founder & CEO discusses steps and strategies behind making meaningful change across a wide set of industries; upcoming episodes include Pixar Animation’s Danielle Feinberg and Kamala Avila-Salmon, Founder & CEO, Kas Kas Productions/Former Head of Inclusive Content at Lionsgate.

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