The first book from Ian Failes.
Through interviews with 16 of the leading FX pioneers from around the world, Ian explores the making of some of the most memorable film sequences ever produced, showcasing the shift from practical to digital magic with original behind-the-scenes imagery, shot breakdowns, and detailed explanations of some of the secrets behind the making of cinema’s most extraordinary creations.
Featuring introductions from James Cameron and and Lorenzo di Bonaventura.
Available in PRINT and on KINDLE.
“If you’ve ever wondered ‘how’d they do that?’ this is the place to find out. Sure to become an inspiration for a new generation of visual-effects wizards.”
Duncan Jones, director of Moon, Source Code and Warcraft
The 16 supervisors featured in the book are John Bruno, Chris Corbould, Richard Edlund, Scott Farrar, Paul Franklin, Karen Goulekas, Ian Hunter, John Knoll, Robert Legato, Joe Letteri, Dennis Muren, John Rosengrant, Phil Tippett, Douglas Trumbull, Bill Westenhofer, and Edson Williams.