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Recreating the Cyclops Beam from Avengers: Doomsday

Big VFX Bundle: https://bit.ly/4dYZFKw VFX Pro Bundle: https://bit.ly/3NTGyHl Triune Digital Lens Elements: https://www.triunedigital.com/products/lens-elements Follow Ryan Thompson: https://www.instagram.com/rjt_vfx We try recreating the insane Cyclops Beam shot from the X-Men trailer for Avengers: Doomsday! ▼ Timestamps ▼ » 0:00 - Intro » 0:32 - Shooting on Green Screen » 1:04 - Creating the Sky & Ground » 2:34 - Lighting/Environment » 3:24 - The Giant » 3:58 - Explosions » 5:06 - Adding Justin » 5:27 - Making The Beam » 7:18 - The Profile Shot » 8:12 - The Final Shot » 8:17 - Final Thoughts #VFX #avengersdoomsday #cyclops ----------------------------------------------------------------- *GOODIES* The Film Riot + Smallrig Multitool! Multi-Tool Kit (7-in-1): https://geni.us/7in1wrench Multi-Tool Kit (10-in-1): https://geni.us/10in1wrench COLOR GRADING LUTs: http://bit.ly/buyFRluts SOUND FX: http://bit.ly/buyFRsfx MUSIC: https://bit.ly/storeFRmusic VFX ASSETS: http://bit.ly/buyFRvfx

Avengers: Doomsday X-Men

2 days ago·youtube.com

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How Not To Cut Robin Williams' Face in Half.

For this scene in Hook (1992), they needed to figure out how to get a very young Dante Basco to attack Robin Williams with a sword without risking actual harm to him. Could this be the smoothest reverse shot ever filmed?

Hook (1992)

3 days ago·youtube.com

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Camera Rigs Explained — What Every Piece Actually Does

Camera rigs explained simply—build the right setup for your shot, not just your gear. Subscribe to StudioBinder Academy ►► https://bit.ly/sb-ad StudioBinder Blog ►► http://bit.ly/sb-bl ───────────────────── Special thanks to: DSLRguide ►► https://youtu.be/7-Vg8kH1fYU?si=eizg6YJvmotqILIs Kyle Meshna ►► https://youtu.be/REmd3EWvLKk?si=scILkd861C0MMxdE Marques Brownlee ►► https://youtu.be/9Hk_rvjtxKc?si=RkneG47zkTnVQS9l School of Design FTV ►► https://youtu.be/UBWuTUwNOP4?si=o8qp80nl6vFMucPo DSLR VIDEO Shooter ►► https://youtu.be/oTimNZLl6AM?si=ZDxUfnqeCLptAfO- Ned Layer ►► https://youtu.be/I7KT80V3OcA?si=Q6W5DHPGobYyAfhB Niceyrig Store ►► https://youtu.be/4gDwDtMm7vg?si=0p4TRhKFgxj7g1nC, https://youtu.be/8tRInxlRLP4?si=xsMrxrW9Xe_5D3na Sean De Wispelaere ►► https://youtu.be/btAzWEJHfRw?si=N4szFameZ1ydvyGO Oscars ►► https://youtu.be/XoCHyjQnMGU?si=-aDK5tmDzvwgR1MM Ian Snape ►► https://youtu.be/ynaRX2kqZNA?si=SXoGSMCPb26k4dsH Film Riot ►► https://youtu.be/AKOxbCx1LNc?si=mrEwPcHPLQ1mMQy9 The Tiffen Company ►► https://youtu.be/YPuIMHXXzYI?si=w6whZaxdFaIUbBS8 Zach Mayfield ►► https://youtu.be/v59eH0XlcJ4?si=MUsIz3rfXahLt_ul Tilta ►► https://youtu.be/P3Sep7mQomg?si=C_PcG1zQRVVH9GGn bd048 ►► https://youtu.be/RnyuBEgpk0w?si=sjMkKuqQRHShfJh0 Thomas Fransson ►► https://youtu.be/632-JUeyfpc?si=kIdT5bAMOOZlOjgO Connor McCaskill ►► https://youtu.be/k8vqCcqnzfk?si=3PGgL5jdYm9m280T Zacuto ►► https://youtu.be/Bt4mhAMCG6o?si=JGNSVCLZ2tZ9ZtTW Brasil Aliexpress ►► https://youtu.be/f275SKRFHMk?si=Gec6x-g91Li-IYlA SmallHD ►► https://youtu.be/eQqCuuBIEsA?si=6KnzJRu3nI7cUtG_ SteadiRed ►► https://youtu.be/QcWaRXrNW_A?si=dq4trkH8IvKEa0R1 Redskull ►► https://youtu.be/urCBqDdGq1o?si=G061p0sR4EK2ikLw Gerald Undone ►► https://youtu.be/BBK5POeUVUc?si=t6NkDIz8gl9QEZ-C Magnanimous Rentals ►► https://youtu.be/UCs8nF8f0Q4?si=SwmLTLPAaeMGgwOo IPG Rentals ►► https://youtu.be/XsvlQd_6znA?si=PufCJy62ic9ija5g The Augusts ►► https://youtu.be/zR9uoe4JnDU?si=S3Uu-mQVhKxs_A_u Adam Talks Tech ►► https://youtu.be/NkiQKIyHGjw?si=Qrr8cJyROqt_RQ5j Jacob Voss ►► https://youtu.be/P9FYSsmj3qE?si=wVSpo-XE7Fnfe-80 Cinevo ►► https://youtu.be/LbJJUTEj14U?si=1TlQCG3_V34C7niK Cesar Lorca ►► https://youtu.be/Lz_tztqG8FU?si=s2OmWtfgjh0kHFZX ArriChannel ►► https://youtu.be/hcB334xuZy4?si=sqwn6LPc5nkhiza1 Jason Dovey ►► https://youtu.be/Jr8hLbuD_gU?si=WRxa2el4UYNUm0zV ───────────────────── Chapters: 00:00 - What is A Camera Rig? 00:41 - The Camera Body 02:49 - The Foundation 05:11 - Monitoring 06:54 - Power 08:11 - Accessories 09:58 - Balance & Support 13:00 - Takeaways ───────────────────── Camera rigs can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to be. In this video, we break down camera rigs for filmmaking in a way that actually makes sense. Instead of focusing on gear for the sake of gear, this camera rig guide explains how every rig is built to solve a specific problem—whether it’s stability, monitoring, power, or movement. We cover the full camera rig setup process, including: • Camera cages and why they matter (SmallRig, Tilta, and more) • Baseplates and 15mm rod systems for support and flexibility • External monitoring for exposure, framing, and collaboration • Camera power solutions like V-mount and Gold mount batteries • Essential camera rig accessories (and what you don’t need) • How to balance your rig for handheld, shoulder, and tripod setups You’ll also see how camera rigs are used across real filmmaking scenarios—from lightweight mirrorless builds to cinema rigs used in professional video production. Whether you’re building a budget camera rig or refining a professional cinema setup, this video will help you make smarter decisions with your camera gear. Because at the end of the day, there’s no perfect camera rig—only the right rig for the shot. #FilmTheory #VideoEssay #Filmmaking ───────────────────── ♬ SONGS USED: “Sheku” - Young Fathers “Lot To Learn” - Winyah “Long Way Home Pt 2” - Albatross “Fragments of a Prayer” - John Tavener “Quantum IV” - Makeup and Vanity Set “Beyond” - Waes Hael “Aegus” - Makeup and Vanity Set “Tortured Shapes” - Hotel Neon “Tanhauser Gate” - Makeup and Vanity Set “Vital Shift” - Luke Atencio “Slomo Driveby” - Live Footage “Eves Apple” - Nathan Johnson “Canto At Gabelmeisters Peak” - Alexandre Desplat “Choke” - Makeup and Vanity Set “They Were Here Long Before Me” - Davis Harwell “Crush” - Makeup and Vanity Set “The Wanderer” - Makeup and Vanity Set Music by Artlist ► https://utm.io/umJx Music by Soundstripe ► http://bit.ly/2IXwomF ───────────────────── SUBSCRIBE to StudioBinder’s YouTube channel! ►► http://bit.ly/2hksYO0 Looking for a production management solution for your film? Try StudioBinder for FREE today: https://studiobinder.com/pricing — Join us on Social Media! — Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/studiobinder Facebook ►► https://www.facebook.com/studiobinderapp Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/studiobinder

Camera Rigs

5 days ago·youtube.com

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The Best CG Double in a TV series?

The VFX studio Important Looking Pirates pulled off an incredible CG double face replacement for this scene in Westworld Season 03. Besides her face being split up, could you pick up any sign of CGI in the scene at all?

Westworld Season 03

6 days ago·youtube.com

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THIS is the Biggest Thing Since CGI

Antigraivty A1 ► Get 20% off the Antigravity A1 360 Drone Here: https://www.antigravity.tech/drone/antigravity-a1/buy?utm_term=AGRTH6X & get two free accessories using our link https://www.antigravity.tech/accessories?utm_term=AGRTH6X Learn all sbout Gaussian Splats in this video with Wren! Lets go on a journey learningwhat they are, how the work, and some cool stuff you can do with them! Our videos are made possible by Members of CorridorDigital, our Exclusive Streaming Service! Try a membership yourself with a 14-Day Free Trial ► http://corridordigital.com/ See Wren’s Gaussian Splat scans here!!! ► https://superspl.at/user?id=wrender The Show Room Studio Space and LED Wall ICVFX www.showroomdtla.com/ 4DV.ai Volumetric Capture and Reconstruction www.4DV.ai Instagram ► http://instagram.com/corridordigital Merch ► https://corridordigital.store/ Creative Tools ► Puget Computers: https://puget.systems/go/CorridorDigital Aputure Lights: https://bit.ly/Corridor_Lights ActionVFX: https://bit.ly/TheBest_ActionVFX Greyscale Gorilla: https://bit.ly/GreyscalegorillaPlus Cinema4D: http://bit.ly/Try_Cinema4D Houdini: https://bit.ly/HoudiniSims Nuke: https://bit.ly/Nuke_Compositing JangaFX: https://hubs.ly/Q030gZZ20 KitBash 3D: https://KitBash3D.com/?ref=corridorcrew Octane Render: http://bit.ly/Octane_Wrender Rendering: https://bit.ly/TheRenderNetwork Epidemic Music: http://bit.ly/Corridor_Music Chapters ► 0:00 What is a Splat? 7:10 Making a Splat 17:43 Experimenting with Splats 19:49 Splats that Move

Gaussian Splats

6 days ago·youtube.com

VFX Artists React to Bad & Great CGi 218

Grab the Rokoko Indie Bundle (SG1) while stocks last, or pre-order the new Smartgloves 2! Use code ‘CORRIDOR5' for an additional 5% off - it will never be cheaper than this. Indie Bundle: https://www.rokoko.com/mocap/indie-creator-bundle / Smartgloves 2 pre-order: https://www.rokoko.com/products/smartgloves-ii Our videos are made possible by Members of CorridorDigital, our Exclusive Streaming Service! Try a membership yourself with a 14-Day Free Trial ► http://corridordigital.com/ Sam, Wren, and Jordan hop in the time machine to break down some awesome old school FX, and then return to today to find we truly live in the worst timeline. Instagram ► http://instagram.com/corridordigital Merch ► https://corridordigital.store/ Creative Tools ► Puget Computers: https://puget.systems/go/CorridorDigital Aputure Lights: https://bit.ly/Corridor_Lights ActionVFX: https://bit.ly/TheBest_ActionVFX Greyscale Gorilla: https://bit.ly/GreyscalegorillaPlus Cinema4D: http://bit.ly/Try_Cinema4D Houdini: https://bit.ly/HoudiniSims Nuke: https://bit.ly/Nuke_Compositing JangaFX: https://hubs.ly/Q030gZZ20 KitBash 3D: https://KitBash3D.com/?ref=corridorcrew Octane Render: http://bit.ly/Octane_Wrender Rendering: https://bit.ly/TheRenderNetwork Epidemic Music: http://bit.ly/Corridor_Music Chapters ► 0:00 - Welcome to the show! 0:26 - Cutthroat Island 04:09 - Check out my gloves 05:28 - Big boom! 08:20 - Sunset Boulevard 12:07 - 1923 14:13 - It's time to stop

Rokoko Smartgloves 2

1 week ago·youtube.com

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"Mostly" Puppets?

The new season of Fallout is here, introducing one of the most anticipated canon creatures, the deathclaw. While we think the combination of practical and computer-generated effects they used was a great way to achieve their amazing result, we can't help but feel that the way it's being marketed is somewhat disingenuous, especially towards ILM and the extent of the CGI work in the final product. How do you feel about the use of this marketing narrative?

Fallout series

1 week ago·youtube.com

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Using a Camera Cart the “Wrong” Way

Check out the cart here: BH: https://geni.us/ProductionCarts ▼ Timestamps ▼ » 0:00 - What is a Camera Cart? » 0:49 - The SmallRig Cart » 1:07 - Cam on the Cam Cart » 1:39 - Snorricam Cart » 2:15 - Walk & Talks » 2:40 - One Man Cam Cart » 3:46 - Mobile Production Station » 4:02 - Light Cart » 4:30 - Closer Look at the Cart » 5:28 - Final Thoughts We tried out the SmallRig 36-inch Lightweight Camera Cart, a solid piece of filmmaking gear for transporting equipment... But we also turn into a mobile lighting and workstation, a walk and talk tool, and a Snorricam. ----------------------------------------------------------------- *GOODIES* The Film Riot + Smallrig Multitool! Multi-Tool Kit (7-in-1): https://geni.us/7in1wrench Multi-Tool Kit (10-in-1): https://geni.us/10in1wrench COLOR GRADING LUTs: http://bit.ly/buyFRluts SOUND FX: http://bit.ly/buyFRsfx MUSIC: https://bit.ly/storeFRmusic VFX ASSETS: http://bit.ly/buyFRvfx -----------------------------------------------------------------

SmallRig 36-inch Lightweight Camera Cart

1 week ago·youtube.com

Why Silence Is Louder Than Sound in Film

How filmmakers use cinematic silence and sound design to build tension, emotion, and powerful storytelling. Subscribe to StudioBinder Academy ►► https://bit.ly/sb-ad StudioBinder Blog ►► http://bit.ly/sb-bl ───────────────────── Chapters: 00:00 - How silence can be louder than sound 00:49 - What does a Casting Director do? 02:42 - Value of A Casting Director 05:49 - Casting Tips 10:36 - Takeaways ───────────────────── What is cinematic silence, and why is it one of the most powerful tools in sound design for film? In this video, we explore silence in film and break down how sound design in film shapes emotion, tension, and storytelling. From ambient sound in film to the complete removal of dialogue, music, and sound effects, great film sound design is not just about what you hear — it’s about what you don’t hear. We’ll examine how cinematic sound design is used across major films like Oppenheimer, Hereditary, The Last Jedi, and A Ghost Story to demonstrate why sound design is important and how it can transform a scene. Whether it’s reducing film sound to near silence or carefully controlling sound in film, directors use these sound design techniques to guide audience attention, build suspense, and create emotional impact. This breakdown also covers how sound design for cinematic filmmaking uses contrast — shifting between loud sound effects and complete silence — to heighten tension. You’ll learn how ambient sound in film can replace traditional scoring, how silence can reflect character perspective, and how removing dialogue can make performances more powerful. If you’re a filmmaker, this video doubles as a guide to sound design for filmmakers, offering practical sound design tips and techniques you can apply to your own work. Whether you’re learning sound design for filmmaking or refining your approach to film sound design, understanding how to use silence is essential. Ultimately, this is why sound is important in film: when used effectively, even silence can become the loudest moment in the story. #FilmTheory #VideoEssay #Filmmaking ───────────────────── Music by Music Vine ► http://bit.ly/2Fnz9Zq ───────────────────── SUBSCRIBE to StudioBinder’s YouTube channel! ►► http://bit.ly/2hksYO0 Looking for a production management solution for your film? Try StudioBinder for FREE today: https://studiobinder.com/pricing — Join us on Social Media! — Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/studiobinder Facebook ►► https://www.facebook.com/studiobinderapp Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/studiobinder

cinematic silence

1 week ago·youtube.com

He HACKED a program for THIS SHOT

Can you believe this shot is over 30 years old? Jurassic Park (1993) is one of the most iconic films in cinema history, and a huge part of that is the VFX work, which was really groundbreaking for its time. Meet Joe Letteri, one of the people responsible for literally pushing beyond the limits of what CGI could do back in the 90s to bring this shot, and many others, to life.

Jurassic Park Joe Letteri

1 week ago·youtube.com

VFX Artists React to Bad & Great CGi 218

Squarespace ► Head to http://squarespace.com/corridorcrew to save 10% off your first purchase! Our videos are made possible by Members of CorridorDigital, our Exclusive Streaming Service! Try a membership yourself with a 14-Day Free Trial ► http://corridordigital.com/ Sam, Jordan, and Niko reverse-walk their way into some new and classic VFX including a scene from Top Secret that hooked them, an effect from Hook that's top secret, and an homage to Corridor in the new season of Devil May Cry! All aboard! @LandonsAnimationWheelhouse @ButteredSideDown Instagram ► / corridordigital Merch ► https://corridordigital.store/ Creative Tools ► Puget Computers: https://bit.ly/Puget_Systems Aputure Lights: https://bit.ly/Corridor_Lights B&H Photo: https://bhpho.to/3r0wEnt ActionVFX: https://bit.ly/TheBest_ActionVFX Greyscale Gorilla: https://bit.ly/GreyscalegorillaPlus Cinema4D: http://bit.ly/Try_Cinema4D Houdini: https://bit.ly/HoudiniSims Nuke: https://bit.ly/Nuke_Compositing JangaFX: https://hubs.ly/Q030gZZ20 KitBash 3D: https://KitBash3D.com/?ref=corridorcrew BorisFX: https://bit.ly/BorisFXsuite Octane Render: http://bit.ly/Octane_Wrender Epidemic Music: http://bit.ly/Corridor_Music Chapters ► 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Super 8 4:14 - Squarespace - Sponsor 5:55 - VES Awards06:27 - Buttered Side Down 9:19 - Devil May Cry + TactiCOOL Reloads 14:19 - Hook 18:43 - Top Secret 20:27 - Reverse!

Devil May Cry Hook (1991)Top Secret (1984)

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

Can a Flashlight Fix Your Shot?

Check out SmallRig's Spring sale. Get up to 40% off from March 18th to 31st! On top of that, grab their Megatron Cage Kit and use code "SMALLRIG" and you'll get an additional 30% off. - Phone Kit for Pro Max: https://geni.us/iPhone17ProMaxLit - Phone Kit for Pro: https://geni.us/iPhone17ProKit - Phone Filter Kit: https://geni.us/PhoneFilterKit - Phone Monitor: https://geni.us/PhoneMonitor1 - RF10C: https://geni.us/RF10CLi - SmallRig Spring Sale (March 18–31 | Up to 40% Off): https://geni.us/SpringSalesDiscount ▼ Timestamps ▼ » 0:00 - The Cage » 0:49 - Test Shot W/ The Cage » 1:16 - Shooting the Test Shot » 1:51 - The Monitor » 2:25 - More Cage » 3:04 - Filters » 4:19 - The Flashlight » 6:31 - Using Phones for Previs » 7:14 - Easy for Travel » 7:29 - Small Magnet Phone Light » 7:45 - Final Thoughts ---------------------------------------------------------------- *GOODIES* The Film Riot + Smallrig Multitool! Multi-Tool Kit (7-in-1): https://geni.us/7in1wrench Multi-Tool Kit (10-in-1): https://geni.us/10in1wrench COLOR GRADING LUTs: http://bit.ly/buyFRluts SOUND FX: http://bit.ly/buyFRsfx MUSIC: https://bit.ly/storeFRmusic VFX ASSETS: http://bit.ly/buyFRvfx ----------------------------------------------------------------- Theme Song by Hello Control: http://bit.ly/hellocontrol

SmallRig Megatron Cage Kit

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

Kathryn Bigelow’s Directing Philosophy | The Director’s Chair

Kathryn Bigelow on why film must provoke, inform, and challenge audiences — not just entertain them. Subscribe to StudioBinder Academy ►► https://bit.ly/sb-ad StudioBinder Blog ►► http://bit.ly/sb-bl ───────────────────── Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Director Kathryn Bigelow 02:14 - Characters Under Pressure 03:56 - Truthful Storytelling 06:17 - Experiential Filmmaking 08:47 - Creative Collaboration 11:17 - Purposeful Cinema 12:55 - Final Takeaways ───────────────────── Kathryn Bigelow believes film should do more than entertain — it should inform, provoke, and challenge. In this episode of The Director’s Chair, we explore Bigelow’s filmmaking philosophy entirely through her own words. From The Hurt Locker to Zero Dark Thirty and Detroit, Bigelow has consistently pursued stories rooted in real-world conflict, moral ambiguity, and political consequence. For her, cinema is a powerful social tool — capable of reaching mass audiences while shining a light on urgent, uncomfortable truths. Bigelow discusses her interest in journalism-inflected storytelling, her desire to immerse audiences in high-stakes realities — from bomb disposal units in Iraq to intelligence operations and halls of power — and her belief that films are most successful when they provoke thought long after the credits roll. As the first woman ever to win the Academy Award for Best Director, Bigelow has also been clear about how she views her place in film history: not as a “female filmmaker,” but simply as a filmmaker committed to the work. This is not a traditional interview. As with every episode of The Director’s Chair, the story is told entirely through archival audio quotes — focusing purely on craft, philosophy, and process. If you’re interested in directing, socially conscious cinema, political filmmaking, or Kathryn Bigelow’s approach to storytelling, this episode offers insight straight from the source. #FilmTheory #VideoEssay #Filmmaking ───────────────────── ♬ SONGS USED: "Action Drums (Instrumental)" - Rhythm Scott "Time Flies" - Diamonds And Ice "Something's Quiet Now" - Alon Ohana "The Hurt Locker" - Marco Beltrami, Buck Sanders "Move to PEOC" - Volker Bertelmann "Pick Up At High Noon" - Tangerine Dream "Drive to Embassy" - Alexandre Desplat "Inclination Is Flattening" - Volker Bertelmann "Car Foot Chase" - Mark Isham "Velo" - Crazy Paris "Confidence"- Jordi Dalmau "Preparation for Attack" - Alexandre Desplat "The Curse Pt. 1" - Klaus Badelt "The Beginning" - Nobou "Outer Limits" - Theatre of Delays "Tech Talk" - Rex Banner Music by Artlist ► https://utm.io/umJx Music by Artgrid ► https://utm.io/umJy Music by Soundstripe ► http://bit.ly/2IXwomF Music by MusicBed ► http://bit.ly/2Fnz9Zq ───────────────────── SUBSCRIBE to StudioBinder’s YouTube channel! ►► http://bit.ly/2hksYO0 Looking for a production management solution for your film? Try StudioBinder for FREE today: https://studiobinder.com/pricing — Join us on Social Media! — Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/studiobinder Facebook ►► https://www.facebook.com/studiobinderapp Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/studiobinder

Kathryn Bigelow

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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Is this THE BEST fire stunt EVER?

From the World of John Wick: Ballerina has some serious stunt work, especially in relation to the scenes involving the flamethrower "The Dragon" and setting the bad guys on fire. Big props to the fire specialist stunt team, coordinated by Jayson Dumenigo, and huge props to Chau Naumanova (@chaunaumanova) for delivering one of the best fire stunts ever.

Ballerina Jayson Dumenigo

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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Can You Solve This Impossible Shot?

Try it for yourself (it's free and open source): https://github.com/nikopueringer/CorridorKey Join Our Community Discord: https://discord.gg/bHPZvbhS4

Impossible Shot Challenge

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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So, did THEY use CGI or NOT?

F1: The movie ran a marketing campaign that strongly emphasized how much of the production was done practically, often directly downplaying the scale of its VFX, which, in reality, was quite significant. So much so that they are nominated for the category of best VFX at the Oscars! Did you know that so much of the movie relied on VFX?

F1: The Movie

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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Most of the VFX in this Movie were HIDDEN!

The movie Sinners is widely recognised for the clone effects that were used to create the illusion of the twins Stack and Smoke, both played by Michael B. Jordan. So much so that a huge amount of VFX went unnoticed in creating the world of 1930s South US, on which the movie is based. Did you notice how much of the staging was actually CGI?

Sinners

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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VFX Artists React to Bad & Great CGi 217

Your next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy: https://betterhelp.com/corridorcrew (Sponsored by BetterHelp) Our videos are made possible by Members of CorridorDigital, our Exclusive Streaming Service! Try a membership yourself with a 14-Day Free Trial ► http://corridordigital.com/ Wren, Jordan, and Niko take a look at the VFX in your favorite movies and TV shows, including Fallout Season 2! Instagram ► http://instagram.com/corridordigital Merch ► https://corridordigital.store/ Creative Tools ► Puget Computers: https://puget.systems/go/CorridorDigital Aputure Lights: https://bit.ly/Corridor_Lights ActionVFX: https://bit.ly/TheBest_ActionVFX Greyscale Gorilla: https://bit.ly/GreyscalegorillaPlus Cinema4D: http://bit.ly/Try_Cinema4D Houdini: https://bit.ly/HoudiniSims Nuke: https://bit.ly/Nuke_Compositing JangaFX: https://hubs.ly/Q030gZZ20 KitBash 3D: https://KitBash3D.com/?ref=corridorcrew Octane Render: http://bit.ly/Octane_Wrender Rendering: https://bit.ly/TheRenderNetwork Epidemic Music: http://bit.ly/Corridor_Music Chapters ► 00:00 Welcome to react! 00:15 The 2026 Winter Olympics 04:44 Betterhelp - Sponsor 05:58 Fallout season 2 - Deathclaws 12:00 Westworld

Fallout Season 2

2 weeks ago·youtube.com

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Why the Oscars Finally Recognized Casting Directors

Casting directors are one of the most important—and misunderstood—roles in filmmaking. Here’s how they find the perfect actors and shape the movies we love. Subscribe to StudioBinder Academy ►► https://bit.ly/sb-ad StudioBinder Blog ►► http://bit.ly/sb-bl ───────────────────── Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to the role of a Casting Director 00:49 - What does a Casting Director do? 02:42 - Value of A Casting Director 05:49 - Casting Tips 10:36 - Takeaways ───────────────────── What does a casting director actually do? In this video, we break down the casting process in film, how casting directors run auditions and casting calls, and why casting is one of the most important skills in filmmaking. If you're looking for casting tips, casting advice, or want to learn how to cast a film, this video explains the entire process. Casting is more than simply choosing actors — it's about building an ensemble that brings a script to life. Many casting directors start by analyzing the script and collaborating with the director to determine the tone of the film and the qualities each role requires. From there, they search through actors they’ve worked with before, talent they’ve previously auditioned, and new performers emerging from drama schools or smaller productions. In the video, several well-known casting professionals share insights into their work. John Papsidera explains how casting ideas begin with conversations about the script and the director’s vision. Jennifer Venditti discusses why some roles benefit from casting non-actors with real-life experiences that match the character. Kate Rhodes James describes challenging assumptions about characters while casting House of the Dragon, and Douglas Aibel explains why directors like Wes Anderson approach casting with curiosity and flexibility. You’ll also see how directors shape the casting process. Ryan Coogler provides a detailed character breakdown when casting Sinners, while Josh Safdie explains his search for “timeless faces” while casting Marty Supreme. These examples show how directors and casting directors work together to discover talent and shape the performances that define a film. Veteran filmmaker Danny DeVito also explains why producers often call a casting director early in development — sometimes even before a movie is fully greenlit — because assembling the right cast can determine whether a film succeeds. Whether you're a filmmaker, actor, or film fan interested in casting in film, film casting, and the behind-the-scenes work of casting directors, this video breaks down how the process really works. #FilmTheory #VideoEssay #Filmmaking ───────────────────── ♬ SONGS USED: “The Substance Score” - Raffertie “Licorice Pizza Score” - Jonny Greenwood “Jay Kelly Score” - Nicholas Britell “Trust Device” - Jonny Greenwood “Yellowstone Theme” - Brian Tyler “A House of Dynamite Score” - Volker Bertelmann “Mangkwan Attack” - Simon Franglen “Marty Supreme Score” - Daniel Lopatin “Eve’s Apple” - Nathan Johnson “Into The Wild Score” - Eddie Vedder “Targaryen Theme” - Ramin Djawadi “Cotton Curtain” - Quincy Jones “Mr. Moustafa” - Alexandre Desplat “Nowhere To Hide” - Erick Serna “The Apple” - Daniel Lopatin “Stay” - Lisa Loeb “Osage Oil Boom” - Robbie Robertson “All Plays Out” - Jon Brion Music by Artlist ► https://utm.io/umJx Music by Artgrid ► https://utm.io/umJy Music by Soundstripe ► http://bit.ly/2IXwomF Music by MusicBed ► http://bit.ly/2Fnz9Zq ───────────────────── SUBSCRIBE to StudioBinder’s YouTube channel! ►► http://bit.ly/2hksYO0 Looking for a production management solution for your film? Try StudioBinder for FREE today: https://studiobinder.com/pricing — Join us on Social Media! — Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/studiobinder Facebook ►► https://www.facebook.com/studiobinderapp Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/studiobinder

Casting Directors in Film

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VFX Artist Reveals the TRUE Scale of GARBAGE

Vessi ► One pair for everyday and everywhere. Vessi Weekend Neo is extremely waterproof, lightweight, and built for daily wear and travel. Grab 15% off your first pair here: https://vessi.com/corridorcrew • Free shipping • 30‑day returns • 1‑year warranty Our videos are made possible by Members of CorridorDigital, our Exclusive Streaming Service! Try a membership yourself with a 14-Day Free Trial ► http://corridordigital.com/ Jordan digs into our global trash problem to determine if we are truly heading toward the world WALL-E... Thank you to Zoë Lenkiewicz ► https://www.unep.org/resources/global-waste-management-outlook-2024 Instagram ► http://instagram.com/corridordigital Merch ► https://corridordigital.store/ Creative Tools ► Puget Computers: https://puget.systems/go/CorridorDigital Aputure Lights: https://bit.ly/Corridor_Lights ActionVFX: https://bit.ly/TheBest_ActionVFX Greyscale Gorilla: https://bit.ly/GreyscalegorillaPlus Cinema4D: http://bit.ly/Try_Cinema4D Houdini: https://bit.ly/HoudiniSims Nuke: https://bit.ly/Nuke_Compositing JangaFX: https://hubs.ly/Q030gZZ20 KitBash 3D: https://KitBash3D.com/?ref=corridorcrew Octane Render: http://bit.ly/Octane_Wrender Rendering: https://bit.ly/TheRenderNetwork Epidemic Music: http://bit.ly/Corridor_Music Chapters ► 0:00 A Week of Garbage 1:48 Are we heading for WALL-E? 2:30 Landfills 4:05 One thing I'd never throw away... 5:26 Uncontrolled Dumps 7:13 Ocean Waste 9:06 Plastics 12:09 The True Scale of Garbage 14:48 Getting out of this dump!

Global Trash Problem

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