RE: [Movie] In A Galaxy Far, Far Away...
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I think he wanted to use computer graphics from the start, but the technology was not good enough. There's a good documentary on Disney+ about how it all happened. You have to admire the craft that went into it. A lot of the filming was done in UK studios.
Most stuff is CGI these days and it can be amazing, but it may wash over us at times.
I am thinking of seeing the new movie, but I may have to go alone as my other half is not into it.
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Aimee actually grew up near the studio where it was mostly filmed, and then the studio went on to do big brother.
CGI is great, don't get me wrong, I do like it - especially when done well. But, I wish films would go back to using models predominantly. There's something about costumes, makeup and practical effects in general. One thing I always use as a comparison example is the original Lord of The Rings films and The Hobbit films.
LOTR still holds up today, while The Hobbit in many ways looks dated, even though it's 10 years more recent.
Let me know what you think of it, if you go. We're hoping to get to it, but it can be tough sometimes to organise going out.
LOTR used a lot of CGI, but then they did some clever filming to have hobbits and men in the same shot. A lot comes down to the way the tools are used, but cost will be a big factor.
Have you ever seen this?
Some Croatian lads made this short, mostly using practical effects. They do a lot of diary videos of the whole process which is amazing to see.
That's impressive considering it was 'shot in a garage'. Obvious influence from Bladerunner, but very well made.