Best Vray Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 478 - Andy Fowler - Creative Producer & Production Innovation Consultant 1:02:00

2d ago1:02:00

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Andy Fowler’s career has combined his creative eye with his incredible production skills. Beginning in London’s burgeoning VFX scene with titles such as Lost in Space, 300, and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, Andy picked up an Emmy for his work on The Life and Death of Peter Sellers. Then he moved to LA to work on Tron: Legacy, Noah, and …

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Ep 411: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:04:17

9d ago1:04:17

1:04:17

Octane 2024.1 Beta 2, Houdini 20.5, U.S. Lawmakers to Save Us from 'Evil' DJI, Camp Mograph Australia Next Week, and Luma Dream MachineBy Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 477 - Joel Hynek - VFX Supervisor 1:22:17

9d ago1:22:17

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Over a 40-year career, Joel Hynek has helped bring some incredible VFX to life, beginning with optical effects for Xanadu, then making the Predator a terrifying opponent for Arnie, and moving onto a range of movies, including xXx, Judge Dredd, Stealth, plus blockbusters from India and China. He picked up a sci-tech Oscar for the design and developm…

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Ep 410: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:02:51

16d ago1:02:51

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Back to our regular time. We chat about Ai scraping, Ai TOS, and other enraging Ai topics... in a non-enraging way.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 476 - Kathryn Brillhart - Virtual Production Supervisor & Cinematographer 1:05:41

16d ago1:05:41

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Kathryn Brillhart has always been ahead of her time. As a teen, she assisted her father in shooting documentaries; then she combined her sharp eye as a cinematographer with her passion for VFX to become a virtual production and volume capture expert. Projects she’s worked on include Las Vegas’ ginormous MSG Sphere, pioneering virtual production sho…

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Ep 409: Josh Brockett // Deathmatch Champ! 1:03:20

23d ago1:03:20

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We're back! We catch up on all that's happened, and Josh Brockett, the winner of the Digital Art Deathmatch joins us to chat about the event.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 475 - Liz Hitt - VFX Producer, CBS VFX 1:00:02

29d ago1:00:02

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Liz Hitt has worked across VFX departments on some very cool movies — and she’s not stopping there. Beginning at the legendary Dream Quest Images on Deep Rising and Mighty Joe Young, Liz built a name for herself as a talented production coordinator and producer via movies including Hollow Man, Spider-Man, Stealth (with Chris), The Golden Compass, W…

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Show Update - Dave's Brain Hemorrhage 1:34

1M ago1:34

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By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 474 - Junaid Baig - Head of Applied Technology, DNEG 1:14:25

1M ago1:14:25

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While most five-year-olds were playing with Legos and Barbies, Junaid Baig was taking his first steps with 3D Max. From this early start, Junaid developed an incredibly in-depth understanding of 3D, lighting, and rendering from working on VFX for movies, including Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Avengers: Endgame, and Venom. Today, Jun…

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Episode 473 - Dan Ring - Senior Machine Learning Team Lead, Chaos 1:44:00

1M ago1:44:00

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Dan Ring is an expert in empowering VFX artists with cutting-edge research. He began his 20-year career by creating tech to analyze surgery videos (so that no one else would have to), then moved to Foundry to develop CopyCat, the Nuke machine-learning tool that applies corrections to sequences based on a small number of frames. Now, Dan has joined …

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Episode 472 - Phil Galler - Principal & Founder, Lux Machina Consulting 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

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Phil Galler is a true virtual production guru. From the nuts and bolts of LED screens to the 3D software that provides the imagery to the business decisions and financial trends that help fund this new wave of VFX filmmaking, Phil understands it all. In this podcast, Phil talks about his history in virtual production, beginning with the innovative …

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Ep 408: Deathmatch Practice 52:17

2M ago52:17

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Deathmatch PracticeBy Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 471 - Chris MacLean - Overall VFX Supervisor, “Foundation” 1:07:54

2M ago1:07:54

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Chris MacLean’s incredible career in VFX has transported him from documentaries on Cretaceous dinosaurs to the far-flung future for Foundation, Apple TV+’s bold adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s genre-defining sci-fi novels. Along the way, Chris has created and supervised VFX for movies and TV series, including Crimson Peak, Godless, American Gods, Resi…

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Ep 407: Dave & Matt // NAB 2024 Wrap-Up 1:10:43

2M ago1:10:43

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Time to catch up on what happened at NAB. New Cinema4D, Parties, Presentations, Ai Tools, and the Camp Mograph Chicago 2024 ticket sales.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 470 - Hugo Guerra - Director, VFX Supervisor, YouTuber, & Podcaster 1:02:49

2M ago1:02:49

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Hugo Guerra is the dictionary definition of multitasking. Having taken his eye for compositing into directing short films and commercials, and supervising VFX, Hugo fills his spare time with producing content for his successful YouTube channel and recording the VFX Notes podcast with Ian Failes. If that’s not enough, he’s also produced a cookbook w…

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Episode 469 - Doug Trumbull, Joe Kosinski & Tim Miller Revisited 59:52

3M ago59:52

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As Chris is tied up with a really cool Chaos project, we’re revisiting some of the older episodes of the CG Garage podcast. And we’re starting big with true luminaries of Hollywood revealing how they got their projects off the ground. First up is Doug Trumbull, the 2001: A Space Odyssey VFX genius who went on to direct Silent Running and continuall…

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Episode 468 - Alex Yolov & Gosho Genchev — Product Managers, V-Ray for Maya & Houdini 58:04

3M ago58:04

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With V-Ray 6 for Maya and Houdini, update 2, Chaos adds an important feature to its powerful renderer: MaterialX support. With this addition, artists and studios can seamlessly use materials across different DCCs and get identical results, removing many of the pain points of increasingly complicated modern 3D pipelines. In this podcast, V-Ray for M…

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Ep 406: Unreal Motion Design 47:42

3M ago47:42

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Winbush and EJ join us to talk Unreal Motion Design, and NAB 2024. Vernon Roberts also joins us to practice his 10-Minute Render for the Digital Art Deathmatch. Solar Flares really chopped this show up, but we still managed to get this out.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Ep 405: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:06:58

3M ago1:06:58

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We've got a jam-packed episode full of motion #graphics fun. This episode delves into Paul Babb's new advisory role at Rive, a discussion on Unreal Motion Design Tools, and some exciting announcements for Camp Mograph 2024. We explore #decentralized GPU computing's impact on AI technology in media, updates on NAB 2024 events, and the launch of #unr…

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Episode 467 - Julian Levi - VFX Producer, “The Creator” 1:11:34

3M ago1:11:34

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Over his 30-year career, Julian Levi has produced VFX for Hollywood movies, beginning with Braveheart, moving into O Brother, Where Art Thou?, The Day After Tomorrow (with Chris), Speed Racer, X-Men: First Class, Prometheus, and many more. Most recently, he helped director Gareth Edwards bring the world of The Creator to life, earning four VES awar…

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Episode 466 - Tom Grimes - Product Manager, Chaos Corona 1:01:41

3M ago1:01:41

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Archviz artists love Chaos Corona. This renderer has become a go-to for visualizing everything from compact kitchens to sky-scraping towers, giving users stunning results straight out of the box. But what’s on the horizon for this popular renderer? In this podcast, Product Manager Tom Grimes discusses what makes Chaos Corona a popular choice for th…

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Ep 404: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:01:53

3M ago1:01:53

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Moist Meshes, Ai Bros, Mograph.com Beta Perks, NAB Meetups, and RandoRender2.0 (Randorender.com). Plus, we do a practice round for the Digital Artist Deathmatch!By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Ep 403: Nathan Duck // @Ducky3D 1:04:40

4M ago1:04:40

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Let's chat about Blender with Nathan Duck aka @TheDucky3D . Brandon Clements is filling in for Matt this week. We also give competition details on the upcoming Digital Art Deathmatch at Beeple Studios and note a time change for Mograph Live. Congratulations to Luigi, the winner of Eternal Ascent. We'll see you at Camp Mograph!…

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Episode 465 - Tram Le-Jones - Vice President Solutions - Creative, Backlight 1:00:36

4M ago1:00:36

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Tram Le-Jones has an eye for detail, a people-centric personality, and a passion for computer science — making her perfect for VFX production roles. After getting a job on The Matrix Revolutions via craigslist (no, really), she became a sought-after coordinator and then moved into producing VFX for movies including Spider-Man 3, Tower Heist, and Ex…

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Ep 402: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 42:51

4M ago42:51

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NVIDIA hits a historic $2 trillion valuation, with CEO Jensen Huang predicting AI to rival human intelligence within five years. Upcoming UTD Meetup featuring Matt Milstead. Time to submit your artwork for The Digital Artist Deathmatch at Beeple Studios. Artist spotlight Scott Unruh, practical uses for transparent displays, and Camp Mograph updates…

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Episode 464 - Casey Pyke - Visualization Supervisor, Halon Entertainment 1:06:50

4M ago1:06:50

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VFX visualization might just be the closest you can get to being a film director without stepping behind the camera. This technology has become a key part of the VFX process, with previz storyboarding growing into pitchviz (to get movies greenlit), techviz (to figure out logistics), and postviz (to create temporary VFX). It’s an area Casey Pyke has…

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LIVE: Ep 401: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:09:06

4M ago1:09:06

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In this episode we talk about the Digital Art Deathmatch at Beeple Studios, the latest updates from Maxon, including Redshift updates and C4D enhancements. We'll touch on the ongoing debate in our community poll and what the future might hold for DCCs and Unreal Engine. Also, updates about NAB 2024. Join us on Mograph.com and across our social plat…

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Episode 463 - Richard Crudo, ASC - Cinematographer & Director 1:04:48

4M ago1:04:48

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Richard Crudo began his career in New York City, learning from some of the best in the business, including László Kovács and Gordon Willis, and helping shoot movies such as Ghostbusters 2, Raising Arizona, and Broadway Danny Rose. He then served as cinematographer on movies including American Pie, Out Cold, and Brooklyn Rules, as well as television…

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Episode 462 - Paolo Berto Durante - CEO, J CUBE 1:14:55

4M ago1:14:55

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Could Paolo Berto Durante really be Chris, but from another dimension? These outspoken CG enthusiasts have a lot in common: an extensive knowledge of 3D software and render engines stretching back decades, a history in VFX and teaching CG, and strong opinions on the current state of the industry. Paolo talks about his roles in the research and deve…

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LIVE: Ep 400: Episode 400! // SORA DEPRESSION 1:16:10

4M ago1:16:10

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It's episode 400! Let's celebrate by talking about Sora Depression.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 461 - Robert Moggach - Creative Activist, Dashing 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

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Robert Moggach has experienced the full arc of the VFX artist career, from being treated like a rockstar in the early days of CG to working on personal, small-scale indie projects today. Along the way, he’s racked up credits on movies including Harry Potter, I, Robot, and Stealth, created ads for the world’s biggest brands, bagged a VES award for t…

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LIVE: Ep 399: Jules Urbach // Otoy.com 1:32:37

5M ago1:32:37

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Our favorite person to nerd out with, and new father, Jules Urbach, joins us from Otoy.com to talk about Octane Render, The RENDER network, and the ‘Star Trek’ Spatial Experience on the Apple Vision Pro. There's a lot to absorb in this one. Enjoy!By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 460 - Vikkal Parikh - Creative Director & Founder, Ataboy Studio 58:39

5M ago58:39

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In this podcast, Vikkal breaks down his career so far, from his beginnings in architecture and on MTV series Room Raiders, to founding Ataboy Studios and making use of the latest VFX and motion graphics technology to create eye-catching ads in a variety of formats. Vikkal and Chris also discuss their common ground in architecture and talk about how…

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Ep 398: Kristin Sjoquist // @sjo_off 1:21:16

5M ago1:21:16

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Featuring the talented Kristin Sjoquist. We discuss Kristin's journey to success, her projects, and her insights on women's representation in the industry. Industry headlines, including the enigmatic particle banana teaser by Dave McGavran of Maxon, the deceptive nature of job hunting on LinkedIn, and exciting community meetups. Don't miss out on t…

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Ep 397: Dave & Drysen // Headline Show 1:04:00

5M ago1:04:00

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This week Drysen Carsten joins Dave to discuss the implications of #ai in the creative process. We explore the ethical concerns surrounding AI-generated #art, reflecting on a recent incident involving Maxon. We also share our thoughts on audience engagement in a crowded digital space and the importance of adapting to audience preferences. Additiona…

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Episode 459 - Ben Hansford - Director & USC Professor 1:02:20

5M ago1:02:20

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Ben Hansford has his finger on the pulse of filmmaking — the prognosis is excellent. Beginning his career in VFX, Ben moved into directing short films and commercials for the likes of Old Spice, Starfield0, Call of Duty, Nike, and many more. He also teaches AI at the University of Southern California (USC), giving him unfettered access to the minds…

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Episode 458 - Kat Dawes - NOWism 54:43

5M ago54:43

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Here’s the perfect start to 2024: Kat Dawes and NOWism’s particular blend of positivity for creative people. From busking in her native Brisbane to traveling through Africa, Kat has combined her love of performance art and spirituality to create NOWism, a playful philosophy that embraces the present moment and focuses on becoming the hero of your o…

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Ep 396: Dave & Matt // Headline Show 1:17:13

5M ago1:17:13

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Headlines for the week of 1/15/24By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Ep 395: Brian Bosché // Move.ai 1:09:20

6M ago1:09:20

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Brian Bosché joins us from Move.aiBy Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 457 - Jonas Ussing - No CGI is really just invisible CGI 1:08:14

6M ago1:08:14

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2024 gets off to an explosive start with this week’s guest: CG supervisor Jonas Ussing, who is on a quest to give visibility to the VFX artists and studios who create invisible effects. He’s doing this via his YouTube channel, The Movie Rabbit Hole, where his impeccably researched and presented arguments have racked up over a million views. Jonas a…

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Ep: 394 Holiday Episode 2023 1:20:38

6M ago1:20:38

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Our annual Holiday Episode with EJ and Ariew!By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 456 - Faruk Heplevent - Founder and CEO, The Scope 56:10

6M ago56:10

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Faruk Heplevent has spent his career perfecting the art of car photography. His experience in traditional photography transferred smoothly into CGI, and he set up his company, The Scope, to create breathtaking renders for the world’s biggest car companies. Now, he’s released Scope City, a groundbreaking tool that empowers car manufacturers and CG a…

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Episode 455 - Kim Davidson - President and CEO, SideFX 56:11

7M ago56:11

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SideFX President and CEO Kim Davidson has been a luminary of the computer graphics industry since the 1980s. In this podcast, Kim delves into his history, recounting his early days with the PRISMS procedural graphics application and the subsequent development of Houdini, SideFX’s popular and Oscar-winning 3D animation software, which has delivered …

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Ep: 393 // DAT Miami 1:51:48

7M ago1:51:48

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DAT Miami // Sponsored by Dell Technologies, RNDR, Nvidia, and Toolfarm. Featuring EJ Hassenfratz, Chris Schmidt, Jonathan Winbush, Mathias Omotola, Dave Koss, Brilly, Alex Arenas, Michael Szabo, Whitney Pollett, Eric Cornish, Steph Hallett, Darlene Sanchez, Rutamfi, & Kristin Sjoquist.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Ep: 392 // 2023 Mograph Wrap-up 1:19:42

7M ago1:19:42

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2023 Mograph Wrap-upBy Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Episode 454 - Joe Letteri - Senior Visual Effects Supervisor, Wētā FX 25:14

7M ago25:14

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Meet the legend behind some of the movie industry’s most iconic creatures: Joe Letteri. From Jurassic Park’s dinosaurs to Gollum in The Lord of the Rings, Avatar’s Na’vi, and the Planet of the Apes’ simian stars, Joe has constantly pushed VFX boundaries and technology to deliver utterly believable CG characters. In this info-packed Q&A, Joe talks a…

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Episode 453 - Peter Sohn - Director, “Elemental” 51:06

7M ago51:06

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The universal language of cinema has proved a constant in Pixar director Peter Sohn’s life, and with Elemental, he used it to tell a story close to his heart. Born in New York City to Korean parents, Peter’s mother fell in love with the visual storytelling of Disney movies. He then carved out a career in animation, starting with The Iron Giant and …

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Ep: 391 // DAT Paris 1:31:25

7M ago1:31:25

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DAT Paris // Sponsored by Dell Technologies, RNDR, Nvidia, and Toolfarm. Featuring Matt Milstead, Guillaume Kurkdjian, Romain Braccini, Damien Canderle, Lucas Menard, Mehdi Hadi, Jonathan Winbush, and more.By Dave Koss & Matt Milstead

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Ep: 390 // DAT Berlin 1:29:09

7M ago1:29:09

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DAT Berlin // Sponsored by Dell Technologies, RNDR, Nvidia, and Toolfarm. Featuring Matt Milstead, Jonathan Winbush, Valentin Heinrich, Vincent Schwenk, Carolin Kattermann, Anders Mortensen, Can Erduman, EJ Hassenfratz, Ulf Ohnesorge, Christoph Schramm, Yannik Wenk, Dino Muhić, Jonas Pilz, & Chris Schmidt…

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Episode 452 - Joaquim Dos Santos - Director, “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” 1:01:54

7M ago1:01:54

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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse left some big spider-boots to fill — but director Joaquim Dos Santos was clearly the man to fill them. With Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, the director expanded the Spider-Verse in new and unexpected directions while, crucially, staying true to the first film’s tender and nuanced approach to character and sto…

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