"Why did I retire? I felt that computer animation was taking over. Everybody seemed to think that computer animation was the thing. Computer animation, I think, is a wonderful tool, but only a tool."
A crutch indeed. Well said! I still think the best use of CGI is in tandem with practical effects as Peter Jackson did so effectively in THE LORD OF THE RINGS movie.s
Amen. I think of films like Sucker Punch, District 9 that approach it with real care. TLOTR is another good one.
But I love those practical effects. I was reading an article on the upcoming Snyder Superman film and apparently much effort was given to build sets and tangible stuff to give it a sense of realism. Again, love the artistry.
It's rare to see something as wonderful as Talos or Trog today for sure.
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And for some filmmakers, it's a crutch ;-).
ReplyDeleteWell said. It's the truth. Wonderful when it is applied sparingly or with great artistry, but when it's neither it's truly dreadful.
ReplyDeleteHarryhausen's words are those of a true artist to be sure.
A crutch indeed. Well said! I still think the best use of CGI is in tandem with practical effects as Peter Jackson did so effectively in THE LORD OF THE RINGS movie.s
ReplyDeleteAmen. I think of films like Sucker Punch, District 9 that approach it with real care. TLOTR is another good one.
ReplyDeleteBut I love those practical effects. I was reading an article on the upcoming Snyder Superman film and apparently much effort was given to build sets and tangible stuff to give it a sense of realism. Again, love the artistry.
It's rare to see something as wonderful as Talos or Trog today for sure.