Tag Archives: special effects

Real World Special Effects

Posted on February 26, 2021 by mitchteemley

The natural world is far more mysterious, frightening and beautiful than any big-budget effects movie will ever be. These un-altered images offer just a small smattering of proof.  Click on any image to enlarge it, read the caption, or begin … Continue reading →

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Before There Was ILM, There Was IAM!

Posted on June 2, 2019 by mitchteemley

ILM: The pioneering special effects company founded by George Lucas, creator of the Star Wars movies. I AM: The pioneer of our faith, founder of the universe, and creator of life: the ultimate special effect. (Exodus 3:14) “But You, O … Continue reading →

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A Filmmaker’s Journal

Posted on July 9, 2018 by mitchteemley

So Much to Learn! When one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, Akira Kurosawa (Seven Samurai, Rashomon) received a lifetime achievement Oscar, he seemed mystified, insisting that he hadn’t learned enough to deserve such an honor. He was 80 … Continue reading →

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