We break down the many different effects techniques used in ‘Napoleon’

February 8, 2024

It’s a brand new VFX Notes!

Hugo Guerra and Ian Failes are back with a new episode of the VFX Notes podcast. This week we look at the VFX Oscar-nominated film, Napoleon, from Ridley Scott. What did we think of the film? What about the VFX? Watch the video to find out.

The film is certainly an impressive effects undertaking, with so many different practical and digital effects techniques used, and so many invisible effects as well. You can see more coverage on the film at befores & afters here.

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