An IMAX production that explores the ground-breaking special effects portrayed in Hollywood films from the very originals to the breathtaking special effects in movies today. Takes the audience on a "behind the scenes" look into what goes on during the production of a movie and how the special effects are created.
Practical Effects
Pre-CGI magic that still holds up.
Direction
Ben Burtt brings sound design genius.
Production
Rare behind-the-scenes footage from classics.
Director
Ben Burtt
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ben Burtt created R2-D2's beeps and Darth Vader's breathing before directing this.
Released at peak 'CGI will replace everything' panic—now reads as elegy for practical effects.
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