The 96th Oscars Visual Effects Nominees Showcase celebrated unique imagery. It honored memorable work by visual effects (VFX) artists in the past year.
The event highlighted the creative process behind these effects. It emphasized the importance of capturing essential data on set. This data is crucial for the post-production process.
One of the key discussions was about the balance between practical and CGI elements.
In the film “Godzilla: Minus One”, the VFX team focused on subtle nuances. They included slight hand vibrations and facial performances. This attention to detail created a believable and emotionally resonant character.
The showcase also delved into the complexities of creating continuous shots. For example, there was a two-minute sequence shot at 20 frames per second. This sequence was delivered over 10 minutes.
This required meticulous planning and the use of digital doubles to stitch together different parts of the stunt.
The event concluded with a discussion on the challenges of maintaining consistent lighting across different shooting locations. They talked about the innovative solutions employed. For example, they mentioned augmenting existing environments with CG elements.
The showcase highlighted the power of VFX in storytelling. It demonstrated how VFX can overcome practical constraints. This brings a director’s vision to life.
The 2024 Oscar nominations for Best Visual Effects are:
- The Creator (20th Century Studios) — Jay Cooper, Ian Comley, Andrew Roberts, and Neil Corbould
- Godzilla: Minus One (Toho) — Takashi Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi, and Tatsuji Nojima
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (Marvel Studios) — Stephane Ceretti, Alexis Wajsbrot, Guy Williams, and Theo Bialek
- Napoleon (Apple Original Films/Sony Pictures) — Charley Henley, Luc-Ewen Martin-Fenouillet, Simone Coco, and Neil Corbould
- Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (Paramount Pictures) — Alex Wuttke, Simone Coco, Jeff Sutherland, and Neil Corbould
These films have been recognized for their outstanding achievements in visual effects. The winners will be announced at the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
