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We are back to talking some Star Wars! In fact, we are chatting about one of the best documentaries ever. Don't miss out on Light & Magic season 2 now on Disney+. Mrs. Force Ghost Conversations Elyse King joins this conversation all about the incredible ILM during the prequel era.Topics Discussed Include:1. Jar Jar is the Key2. Water is Difficult to Animate3. The Ever Evolving World of Visual EffectsSupport the show on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/forceghostconversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you want to continue the conversation, please follow us at the following websites:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blue Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merchandise

BUY THE BOOKS - STORY QUESTIONS and 17 Steps To Writing A Great Main Character https://payhip.com/StoryQuestions Watch the video version of this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMIFINOXhto 0:00 - What Beginning Cinematographers Should Know As They Get Started 10:09 - Pro Cinematographer Reveals The Truth About Cinematography 21:05 - Biggest Difference Between Bad Cinematography and Great Cinematography 30:01 - Most Common Mistake That New Cinematographers Make 38:56 - Pro Cinematographer On The Best Way To Learn Lighting 47:29 - If You Want To Be A Cinematographer This Is A Great Lesson Suki was born in Derventa, Bosnia and Herzegovina. While in high school he became interested in still photography but his real involvement in film started when he was accepted at The National Film School for Dramatic Arts, FDU, Belgrade, Yugoslavia. He continued his education at the renowned National Film School (FAMU), Prague, Czech Republic, where he earned his Master's Degree with Honors in cinematography. Shortly thereafter, he came to the USA to continue his professional career. He was involved in several high profile documentaries for Pixar, ILM, The Hearst Corporation, "The History of Imagineering" for Disney Studios being one of them. In 2024 he received "Jan Award" by ASBH for his cinematography at "Shining Vale" series. In 2010, he became a member of the American Cinematographers Society (ASC). In addition, for his academic achievements and contribution to the art of cinematography, he was awarded a Honorary Doctorate Degree in Fine Arts. Suki is a proud father and husband and living and working in Los Angeles. CONNECT WITH SUKI MEDENCEVIC https://www.sukiasc.com https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0575530 https://www.instagram.com/sukimedeni/ Founded in 1992 by Jerry Sherlock, the New York Film Academy (NYFA) provides an accessible, hands-on education in filmmaking, media, and the performing arts. With a mission to make the film industry more accessible to all, NYFA empowers students from diverse backgrounds to tell powerful stories through a project-based, immersive curriculum. Students work closely with industry professionals, gaining invaluable mentorship and real-world experience while building creative, technical, and collaborative skills. NYFA's global community includes students from over 160 countries, fostering a network of passionate storytellers. From day one, students dive into creating projects that refine their craft and prepare them for successful careers. With a focus on practical experience and individualized support, NYFA equips students with the tools and confidence to excel in the competitive world of filmmaking and the arts. CONNECT WITH NYFA https://www.nyfa.edu https://www.nyfa.edu/location/nyfa-los-angeles/

Travis and Kara attended Rebel Scum Con in Frisco, Texas over the weekend and found some time to record a check-in episode on their experience! The vibes were immaculate, the celebs were out in full force, and the panels were memorable!Find the show on Instagram and TikTok @forcetimpod! Leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify if you enjoy the show!Find Kara at intoalargerworld on Instagram and sign up for her Patreon and listen to her podcast "Into A Larger World"!Find Rebel Scum Con at rebelscumconofficial on Instagram and get full event information at rebelscumconventions.com!"Robobozo" Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0http://incompetech.com/creativecommons/by/4.0

Kopš augusta apskatei atvērts Cēsu viduslaiku pils ziemeļu tornis. Tagad tornī ierīkota ekspozīcija – lapidārijs, kurā izstādītas no senajām pils daļām saglabājušās liecības – kolonnu un velvju fragmenti, logu aplodas un citas akmens būvdetaļas. Izstaigājam ziemeļu torni un uzklausām stāstus par tā restaurācijas vēsturi Cēsu muzeja Viduslaiku pils nodaļas vadītāja Gundara Kalniņa vadībā. Ziemeļu tornis Cēsu viduslaiku pilī ir viena no jaunākajām celtnēm, tā izbūve sākta tālajā 1498. Gadā, mestra Voltera fon Pletenberga piektajā valdīšanas gadā. 1577. gada aplenkuma laikā tornis smagi cieta moskovītu karaspēka veiktajā apšaudē. 17. gadsimta nogalē pils saimnieki to pilnībā pameta likteņa varā. Ziemeļu tornis, kā pēc brīža jokos mans ceļvedis, Cēsu muzeja Viduslaiku pils nodaļas vadītājs Gundars Kalniņš, ir cietis ne tikai karos vai no pamestības, bet arī neveiksmīgas restaurācijas – pagājušā gadsimta 30., 60. un 80. gados veikti plaši torņa atjaunošanas darbi, par kuriem Gundars Kalniņš ir arī stāstījis savā Facebook kontā, un aprakstījis “Cēsu pils rakstu” gaidāmajā sējumā. Ja jāapraksta sajūtas, kādas pārņem, ienākot Cēsu pils ziemeļu tornī, tā ir gaisā sajūtamā mūra un darvotu dēļu smarža. Torņa telpa ir apaļa, mēs uzreiz nokļūstam šaujamlūkās izvietotās ekspozīcijas centrā. Gaisma laužas pa durvīm, no augšstāviem, un līdzīgi tas ir arhitektūras vēsturnieka Ilmāra Dirveika radītajos zīmējumos, kas eksponēti gaismas kastēs. Paši zīmējumi ir uz melna fona, bet gaismas iezīmētās līnijas rāda kāda kādreiz ir izskatījusies Cēsu viduslaiku pils. Gundars Kalniņš ir ziemeļu torņa ekspozīcijas kurators. Ziemeļu tornim atjaunots tā vēsturiskais plānojums, pēc atjaunošanas darbiem, būvprojekta autors ir pieredzējušais restaurācijas arhitekts Artūrs Lapiņš. Tornim atkal ir trīs stāvi. Un katra stāva ekspozīcija koncentrējas uz noteikta veida būvdetaļām. Pirmajā stāvā tie ir pārsegumi un velves. Atrasto būvdetaļu krāsojums, rotājumi apliecina, ka Cēsu pils viduslaikos ir bijusi visai grezna ēka. Otrajā stāvā var uzzināt vairāk par pils logiem. Trešais stāvs atstāts minējumiem, tajā ir būvdetaļas, kuru funkcijas atminējums pieļauj vairākas versijas. Taču pirms doties uz lapidāriju, Gundars Kalniņš aizved uz nelielu koka šķūnīti pils pagalmā. Šķūnī ir plaukti, pilni ar atradumos atrastiem akmeņiem. Gundars Kalniņš ceļ ārā vienu,  liek uz galda, lai es aplūkoju vērīgāk. Izstāstīt, kurš tad no Cēsu viduslaiku pils torņiem ir ziemeļu tornis, patiesībā ir ļoti vienkārši. Otrpus pils mūriem, Cēsu pils parkā ir iekārtota estrāde, tur notiekošie uzvedumi kā skatuves scenogrāfiju izmanto pilskalna nogāzē uzbūvētās izteiksmīgās kāpnes. Nu, lūk, tad Ziemeļu tornis ir tas, kas labi redzams no estrādes puses, un mani vienmēr mulsinājis, kāpēc torņa trūkstošā daļa aizpildīta ar dēļiem. Tas ir skaists, bet mazliet neparasts risinājums. Savās publikācijās sociālajos medijos Gundars Kalniņš slavē šo risinājumu, kas saglabāts arī tagad. Ja reiz nav ne zināšanu, ne prasmju atjaunot torni vēsturiskajā izskatā, ir saprātīgi ķerties pie šī laika skaistuma izpratnei atbilstoša, moderna risinājuma.

Welcome to a very special episode of Making Tracks as Mark Newbold travels to The Dorchester on Park Lane in Mayfair, London for an up-close look at Darth Vader's screen-matched hero dueling lightsaber from The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. It's heading to auction on 4th - 6th September in Los Angeles and an small fan audience (along with the worlds media) were invited to see this icon of cinema for ourselves. Mark spoke with Propstore CEO Stephen Lane and fellow attendee and ILM.com writer Jamie Benning from the Filmumentaries podcast on the latest special episode of Making Tracks. Remember to tune in to Good Morning Tatooine, LIVE Sunday evenings at 9.00pm UK, 4.00pm Eastern and 1.00pm Pacific on Facebook, YouTube, X, Instagram and Twitch and check out our Fantha Tracks Radio Friday Night Rotation every Friday at 7.00pm UK for new episodes of The Fantha From Down Under, Planet Leia, Desert Planet Discs, Start Your Engines, Collecting Tracks, Canon Fodder and special episodes of Making Tracks, and every Tuesday at 7.00pm UK time for your weekly episode of Making Tracks. Thanks to James Semple for the Fantha Tracks intro, Blues Harvest for our Making Tracks opening music and Mark Daniel and Vanessa Marshall for our voiceovers. https://www.youtube.com/@FanthaTracksTV/ https://links.fanthatracks.com/ https://link.chtbl.com/fanthatracksradio www.instagram.com/fanthatracks www.facebook.com/FanthaTracks www.twitter.com/FanthaTracks www.pinterest.co.uk/fanthatracks/ www.fanthatracks.tumblr.com/ www.tiktok.com/@fanthatracks www.twitch.tv/fanthatracks www.threads.net/@FanthaTracks

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In this episode Official IndyCast Correspondent Mitch Hallock asks you for your questions for Karen Allen, we have the return of Ron with Indy Trivia and we take a look at Regal Robot's newly revealed high-end Indy replicas!

Aizsācies 2021. gadā, arī šogad augustā Dienvidkurzemes novadu apceļos Liepājas Simfoniskā orķestra rīkotais mūzikas festivāls "Rimbenieks", piedāvājot vairākus izsmalcinātus muzikālus notikumus. Liepājas Simfoniskā orķestra mākslinieki kopā ar saviem draugiem un domubiedriem dosies ceļojumā pa Dienvidkurzemes novadu, lai dažādos koncertos no 1. līdz 17. augustam ar mūzikas skaņām piepildītu kultūras namus, baznīcas, seno muižu ēkas un citas vietas. Šoreiz koncerti skanēs Kazdangā, Gramzdā, Aizputē, Dunalkā, Rucavā, Jūrmalciemā, Durbē, Pāvilostā un Grobiņā. Arī šogad festivāls "Rimbenieks" sāksies Kazdangas Kultūras centrā. 1. augustā pulksten 19 Liepājas Simfoniskais orķestris diriģenta Gunta Kuzmas vadībā aicina klausītājus doties muzikālā ceļojumā no Edvarda Grīga rotaļīgas baroka stilizācijas līdz Fēliksa Mendelsona skotu ainavām, bet īsto intrigu šim vakaram piešķirs Heinriha Hīblera reti atskaņotais Koncertskaņdarbs četriem mežragiem un orķestrim. Solistu lomā būs vienīgais profesionālais mežragu kvartets Latvijā - Liepājas Mežragu kvartets: Ingus Novicāns, Aivars Vadonis, Mārcis Auziņš un Ilmārs Bērziņš. Ar brašajiem mežradzniekiem un LSO galveno diriģentu un māksliniecisko vadītāju Gunti Kuzmu tiekamies plašākā sarunā.  Noskaidrojam, kāds ir Heinriha Hiblera koncertskaņdarbs mežragu kvartetam, ar ko Liepājas Mežragu kvartetam ir iespēja svinēt savu 10 dzimšanas dienu, pirmo reizi muzicējot kopā ar orķestri - saviem kolēģiem - Liepājas Simfonisko orķestri. Šis koncerts 2. augustā izskanēs gan Rundāles pils Baltajā zālē, bet dienu iepriekš - 1. augustā - Kazdangas kultūras namā, atklājot Dienvidkurzemes festivālu "Rimbenieks". Guntis Kuzma tuvāk atklāj šī gada festivāla programmu, ko ievadīs un noslēgs izvērstāki opusi, savukārt vairākās līdz šim vēl neapgūtās koncertvietās Dienvidkurzemes novadā gaidāmi vairāki kamermūzikas koncerti, toskait Liepājas Laivu mājā, kas omulības dēļ ir klausītāju ļoti iemīļota. 

Sci-Fi July wraps up with Return of the Jedi (1983), the final installment of the original Star Wars trilogy—directed by Richard Marquand, guided by George Lucas, and packed with new creatures, recycled plot beats, and merchandising gold. Joining Mike to explore the film's legacy and limitations are Jamie Benning (Filmumentaries) and Stephen Scarlata (Best Movies Never Made), along with special guest Jim Bloom, associate producer on Empire and Jedi.From Jabba's palace to yet another Death Star, Jedi tries to close the saga with spectacle and sentiment—but not without creative compromises. We dig into the behind-the-scenes drama, the tonal whiplash between Ewoks and existential stakes, and how Jedi served as both a climax and a commercial pivot point for the franchise. Was it a fitting finale or just a soft landing pad for action figures? Strap into your speeder bike, it's going to be a bumpy ride.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.

Sci-Fi July wraps up with Return of the Jedi (1983), the final installment of the original Star Wars trilogy—directed by Richard Marquand, guided by George Lucas, and packed with new creatures, recycled plot beats, and merchandising gold. Joining Mike to explore the film's legacy and limitations are Jamie Benning (Filmumentaries) and Stephen Scarlata (Best Movies Never Made), along with special guest Jim Bloom, associate producer on Empire and Jedi.From Jabba's palace to yet another Death Star, Jedi tries to close the saga with spectacle and sentiment—but not without creative compromises. We dig into the behind-the-scenes drama, the tonal whiplash between Ewoks and existential stakes, and how Jedi served as both a climax and a commercial pivot point for the franchise. Was it a fitting finale or just a soft landing pad for action figures? Strap into your speeder bike, it's going to be a bumpy ride.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.

Assalamualaikum,We've reached the final portion of Surah al-Wāqiʿah, and it's been a beautiful journey. Each week, we recited, studied Tajwīd, and reflected practically on what these ayāt mean for our lives.Tajwīd Highlights* Madd Munfasil vs Muttasil:If the wave sign (madd) is in two words, it's munfasil → read 4 harakat.If it's in one word, it's muttasil → read 4 harakat.I keep it simple: when you see the wave, go 4 — unless there's a shaddah or sukun, then it's 6.* Heavy Letters like ص (Ṣād):You lift the back of your tongue, not your lips.Don't shape it like “soo” — it's not lip work, it's tongue elevation.* Light Letter vs. Heavy:Try saying س (Seen) and ص (Ṣād) back-to-back.The makhraj is similar, but ṣād is heavier because of that tongue lift.* Letter ض (Ḍād) – tricky but unique.It's not made with the tip — it's the sides of the tongue touching the molars.Push right or left, or both sides if you can.There's also a bit of stretch — not like dhal, not a heavy “d”, but truly ḍād.* Idghām Without Ghunnah:Example: Fasalāmun laka — tanwīn meets lām → merge it without nasal sound.No humming here.Tafsīr: Ayah 88 to 96Previously, we looked at how Allah divided humanity into three groups on the Day of Judgement:* As-Sābiqūn al-Muqarrabūn – the foremost in goodness, those drawn near to Allah.* Ashābul-Yamīn – the people of the right, honoured and saved.* Ashābush-Shimāl – the people of the left, those who face punishment.We saw the signs in nature: fire, water, creation. The Qur'an kept asking us to reflect. These were not abstract reminders — they were close and real. The question remains: where do we stand?The Qur'an and the StarsEarlier in this passage, Allah took a unique oath:فَلَا أُقْسِمُ بِمَوَاقِعِ النُّجُومِThen I swear by the positions of the stars –وَإِنَّهُ لَقَسَمٌ لَّوْ تَعْلَمُونَ عَظِيمٌAnd indeed, it is a great oath, if you only knew.Allah is linking the stars to the Qur'an. Why?Like the stars, the Qur'an from afar can look like a beautiful mess — dazzling, but hard to make sense of.But if you study the stars, you find direction. They guide travellers at sea and in the desert. Likewise, if you study the Qur'an, it becomes your compass. You begin to see the inner structure, the ring composition, the coherence.We need to dig deeper. The Qur'an is not for the lazy. It calls us to think, reflect, and remember.What Are You Waiting For?Allah ends the Surah by asking us:أَفَبِهَـٰذَا ٱلْحَدِيثِ أَنتُم مُّدْهِنُونَIs it this statement (Qur'an) that you take lightly?And then reminds us of the moment of death:فَلَوْلَا إِن كُنتُمْ غَيْرَ مَدِينِينَ . تَرْجِعُونَهَا إِن كُنتُمْ صَـٰدِقِينَThen why, if you are not to be recompensed, do you not return the soul – if you are truthful?This is the challenge. If we truly had power, we could stop death. But we can't.We now reach the final ayat of Surah al-Wāqiʿah, and once again, Allah brings our attention to the three categories of people.1. The MuqarrabūnFor the ones nearest to Allah, they receive:فَرَوْحٌ وَرَيْحَانٌ وَجَنَّةُ نَعِيمٍThen [for him is] rest and bounty and a garden of pleasure.These are people who go above the bare minimum. They chase virtue — extra prayers, fasting, charity — and draw close to Allah through constant remembrance and Qur'an.2. Ashābul-Yamīnفَسَلَامٌ لَّكَ مِنْ أَصْحَابِ الْيَمِينِ“Peace for you” — from the people of the right.They fulfilled their obligations. They weren't perfect, but they remained faithful and upright.3. The Deniers and the Misguidedوَأَمَّا إِن كَانَ مِنَ الْمُكَذِّبِينَ الضَّالِّينَBut if he is from those who denied and were astray…They receive the opposite: punishment with scalding water and burning fire.Note how both traits are mentioned: denial and misguidance. It's not just about not knowing — it's rejecting after knowing.According to Imām al-Ghazālī, before a person is truly culpable for disbelief, five conditions must be met:* The message reaches them.* It is explained reasonably.* Doubts are clarified.* Time is given.* They still choose to reject.Yaqīn — The Stages of CertaintyAllah ends the Surah by declaring:إِنَّهُۥ لَحَقُّ ٱلْيَقِينِThis is the certainty of truth — ḥaqq al-yaqīn.The Qur'an speaks of three levels of yaqīn (certainty):* ʿIlm al-yaqīn — certainty through knowledge (e.g. seeing smoke and knowing there's fire)* ʿAyn al-yaqīn — certainty through seeing (you see the fire itself)* Ḥaqq al-yaqīn — certainty through experience (you touch the fire — and you're burned)We're meant to reach yaqīn through study and reflection, not wait for divine intervention or signs in the sky. That's why Allah constantly invites us to think.Dhikr ChallengeTry to say “ِسُبْحَانَ اللهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ سُبْحَانَ اللهِ الْعَظِيْم (SubḥānAllāh wa bihamdihi SubḥānAllāhi L-Azim)” 100 times in the morning.Make it a daily habit.فَسَبِّحْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الْعَظِيمِSo glorify the name of your Lord, the Most GreaA Final Du‘āاللَّهُمَّ ٱجْعَلْنَا مِنَ ٱلْمُقَرَّبِينَ، وَمِنْ أَصْحَابِ ٱلْيَمِينِ، وَنَجِّنَا مِنَ ٱلضَّالِّينَO Allah, make us from those drawn near, from the people of the right, and protect us from being among the misguided.Next Week: Surah al-ḤujurātNext week, we begin a new series — Surah al-Ḥujurāt. It's a short surah, but packed with guidance on adab, community ethics, and dealing with others.See you then, in shā' Allāh. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bequranic.substack.com/subscribe

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Episode 130 – Laurent Bouzereau on “Jaws at 50” In this special episode, I catch up with the legendary documentary filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau to discuss his latest project, Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story, premiering Friday 11th July at 8pm on National Geographic and streaming the same day on Disney+. Laurent, whose behind-the-scenes work on Jaws, Indiana Jones, and Spielberg has inspired me for years, reflects on the challenges of revisiting Jaws 30 years after his original 1995 documentary. We talk about the new angles he explored, from Spielberg's emotional recollections and rare 8mm footage to fresh perspectives from filmmakers like Guillermo del Toro, Jim Cameron, and Jordan Peele. Recorded on the fly on Martha's Vineyard during the Jaws 50th celebrations, this short but meaningful conversation touches on the legacy of Jaws, the humanity behind the production, and how Laurent's approach has shifted over the years. Also in this episode:An update on my Joe Alves documentary and the incredible support from GoFundMe donorsA mention of my new two-part article on ILM's animation legacy: ILM Evolutions: Animation from Rotoscoping to Rango – now live on ILM.comLinktreeSupport the podcast

Darren is back and we dive head-first into the DEEP BLUE SEA trilogy while trying to avoid becoming prey to the inevitable bad movie cliches.   Do the ILM visual effects for the original film still hold up or are they as dated as the JURASSIC PARK knock-off plot?   Why does the second one drown in its own blood?   Why does the third film have way more to offer than it has any right to be?   All that and predictions on the upcoming 4th entry!                 MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/        SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ   iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/   Podbean: https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218   RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE   Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz   Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss   PocketCasts: https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4   CastBox:  https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222   Discord:  https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586         #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass 

Ya tenemos en los cines la séptima entrega de la saga de Parque Jurásico, Jurassic World: el renacer , cuarta bajo el nombre “Jurassic World”. Cinco años después de ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’, la ecología del planeta Tierra ha demostrado ser insoportable para los dinosaurios. Las tres criaturas más grandes dentro de esta biosfera tropical tienen en su ADN la clave para fabricar un medicamento que aportará beneficios milagrosos a la raza humana. Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson) es una experta en operaciones encubiertas contratada para dirigir a un equipo de especialistas en una misión secreta cuyo objetivo es conseguir el material genético… Nuevas intrigas y nuevos efectos referentes a cargo, de nuevo de ILM.Hoy hablamos con una española que ha trabajado en la película como compositora de efectos visuales, que lleva trabajando 4 años en Industrial Light & Magic y que ya ha trabajado en proyectos como Andor, Willow o Ultraman. Subimos a la Nabucodonosor a Alba Sánchez-Serrano.Y enlazando con los cómics y ofreciendo su análisis personal de la película, conectamos con Duque de Champagne.Escuchar audio

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This week we celebrate the break from tyranny by looking at some of the baddest of the bad villains from the movies. Once these evil-doers take control, what's the best way to stop them? We break it down on the revolution of Enjoy Stuff! Should we rally the masses or stop them with goodness? What's the best way to destroy tyranny? The answer may lie in the movies.   News ‘Land Of The Lost' series is on its way at Netflix  Dr. Demento retires after 55 years  There's a brand new Toxic Avenger trailer Check out the new TRON video game and soundtrack   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay pulled on his big leather boots, round helmet, and cool shades as he climbed on his motorcycle to watch the classic 70s series CHIPs. As a former California resident, this fun cop series brought back even more memories of the California highway. Shua finally got around to watching season 2 of Light and Magic on Disney+. It continues the story of ILM and how it changed movies forever. It's recommended for anyone who loves movies.      Sci-Fi Saturdays This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay delves into the totally fun world of Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg with the 2013 film The World's End. If you want to know how to save the world from zombies, well…you should probably watch something else. But if you want to know what it's like to watch the world end while you do a pub crawl, then this is the film for you! Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU. Enjoy Smashing Villains!  Almost 250 years ago, the people of the American colonies rallied against tyranny to break away and work out how to live with freedom. We're still tweaking it today obviously, but the movies can give you some great guidelines for how to get rid of those nasty, narcissistic, power hungry bullies. This week we look at some iconic bad guys and how they were defeated. And we try to think about what made them bad guys to begin with.    Which bad guy did we miss? How would you defeat a bad guy? First person that emails me with the subject line, “You've failed your highness. I'll never turn to the dark side” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

In this episode we hear from Bob Joles, the voice of Sallah in the Temple of the Forbidden Eye ride spiel, Official IndyCast Correspondent Mitch Hallock is back with a Raiders Rant and Chris A. and Chris O. are joined by another special guest to review Young Indy's Winds of Change.

Episode 129 – The Star Wars Influence: Live at the BFI's Film on Film Festival In this special live episode, I join Doug Weir—Remastering Lead at the BFI—and post-production veteran Paul Collard on stage for a panel titled The Star Wars Influence, recorded at the BFI's Film on Film Festival. Curated and hosted by Doug, the panel explores how George Lucas's frustrations with the Hollywood studio system led to a wave of technological innovation that forever changed the filmmaking landscape. From the creation of ILM to the invention of motion control, EditDroid, SoundDroid, and digital cinema tools, we look at how Lucas empowered a generation of problem-solvers and helped pioneer the digital workflow we now take for granted. This conversation took place just before a rare screening of Star Wars from a 35mm Technicolor dye-transfer print—an experience I'll be covering in more detail in a bonus episode coming soon. Topics include:Lucas's break from the traditional studio systemThe founding of ILM and the Dykstraflex motion control rigVistaVision, optical printers, and visual effects R&DThe origins of EditDroid and non-linear editingThe value of Technicolor dye-transfer printsLucasfilm's wider influence on Pixar, Avid, and beyondThanks again to Doug and Paul—and to the BFI for hosting such a thoughtful and inspiring event.Joe Alves Doco GoFundMeAll my links

In this fxpodcast, we speak with ILM's Chad Wiebe and Lee McNair to unpack the layers of work that went into some of the film's most complex sequences.

An episode that didn't just think outside the box—it questioned why there's a box in the first place!In Episode 143 of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Dr Angela Kingdon continues our journey through the 10 Pillars of Autistic Culture as we move onto Pillar 6 — Game Changing Innovation. Autistic innovation isn't about trends or flash. It's about paradigm shifts. It's about seeing what no one else is looking for, hyperfocusing on what matters, and rebuilding the world, system by system.Dr Angela looks deep into the game-changing transformations developed by Autistic game changers, such as Sir Isaac Newton, who invented Calculus, Sir Richard Branson's out-of-the-box business models, and Angela's father's innovations in creating build-your-own Hot Rod kit cars.Here's what defines this core Autistic trait:* Autistic people challenge assumptions, not to be difficult, but because we can see the assumptions in the first place.* Neurodivergent people innovate through sensory truth, emotional intensity, and process precision.* Autistic people don't disrupt the status quo to seek attention. We disrupt because the system doesn't make sense, and we can't unsee that.* Game changers in autistic culture often challenge capitalist efficiency with a call for meaning, integrity, and alignment.* Many autistic innovators aren't seen as leaders until the world catches up to their vision.* Historical and modern change agents in autistic culture often operate without blueprints, forging their own.Key Concepts:* Game-changing is not about chasing disruption for its own sake. It's about building entirely new paradigms based on noticing what others overlook.* Autistic game changers are pattern-breakers and system rewriters — not trend-followers.* Our deep focus and drive for autonomy let us find wholly new approaches to enduring problems.* Emotional intensity and sensory insights fuel world-building innovation.* It's often misunderstood or resisted because the new paradigm doesn't fit existing frameworks.

You're doing everything right — attending duroos, watching Islamic videos, filling pages with notes. But deep down… you're not changing. The more you learn, the more disconnected you feel. You thought seeking knowledge would soften your heart. But it's only making your head heavier. You're probably moving fast, but not forward. Why? Because somewhere along the way, we skipped what the Salaf never did. Study the explanation of Kitab al-ʿIlm by Imam Abu Khaythamah Zuhayr ibn Harb (d. 234 AH) — the teacher of five out of the six major hadith collectors. This book gathers over 160 narrations from the Prophet ﷺ, the Companions رضي الله عنهم, and the early scholars — not on fiqh or fatwa, but on how to seek knowledge the right way. It exposes the cracks in our foundations: - Learning without action - Studying without adab - Gaining facts but losing sincerity - Consuming lectures without any transformation If you've been chasing course after course, quoting scholars but ignoring your own tarbiyah — this is your reset. Watch now — and revive your journey of knowledge the way the Salaf began theirs. Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge #islamiclectures

You're doing everything right — attending duroos, watching Islamic videos, filling pages with notes. But deep down… you're not changing. The more you learn, the more disconnected you feel. You thought seeking knowledge would soften your heart. But it's only making your head heavier. You're probably moving fast, but not forward. Why? Because somewhere along the way, we skipped what the Salaf never did. Study the explanation of Kitab al-ʿIlm by Imam Abu Khaythamah Zuhayr ibn Harb (d. 234 AH) — the teacher of five out of the six major hadith collectors. This book gathers over 160 narrations from the Prophet ﷺ, the Companions رضي الله عنهم, and the early scholars — not on fiqh or fatwa, but on how to seek knowledge the right way. It exposes the cracks in our foundations: - Learning without action - Studying without adab - Gaining facts but losing sincerity - Consuming lectures without any transformation If you've been chasing course after course, quoting scholars but ignoring your own tarbiyah — this is your reset. Watch now — and revive your journey of knowledge the way the Salaf began theirs. Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge #islamiclectures

The final season of ANDOR continues past it's finale! Recently, we were very lucky to have been invited to LUCASFILM, where we were able to tour their offices and see the Mo-cap stage at ILM!Additionaly, we were also able to be a part of three in-person interviews. Today we are very proud to present our first interview with Supervising Sound Editor, and ADR Supervisor, MARGIT PFEIFFER! We learned so much about the sound design of dialogue, and the collaborative effort it takes to bring so many different soundscapes to life. We hope you enjoy this one!Extremely special thanks to Lucasfilm for the opportunity and to Kristin Baver for moderating and making sure everything ran smoothly! We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed participating in it!   We were very fortunate to share the round-table with some of our community friends, among them: Alex from ⁠Children Of The Watch⁠, Alex and Mollie from Star Wars Explained, and Jason from Blast Points.TIMESTAMPS: TBD• • •Triad of the Force is a channel which was featured on the Podcast Stage at Star Wars Celebration 2022 and 2023, featuring Nani and Gus, lifelong Puerto Rican friends who after years of discussing the media they love, came together and created their show. Triad of the Force focuses their discussions on Star Wars, but their love for media spans everything from sci-fi, fantasy, CBMs, and beyond. From films to TV, from books to comic books, Triad of the Force looks at all media critically, from a Latine/x perspective. Joins us!Follow Triad Of The Force at:BlueSky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/triadoftheforce.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/triadoftheforce/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/TriadoftheForce/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like us, get some merch and help the channel:TeePublic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/user/triad-of-the-force⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• • •Acknowledgement: The Intro and Outro music is the Triad of the Force Theme, composed and performed by Grushkov with full permission for use by Grushkov (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Grushkov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠).• • •This channel is not affiliated in any way with Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, The Walt Disney Company, or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries.

Pašvaldību vēlēšanu norisi apēnoja balsu skaitīšanas problēmas. Sistēma, kas automātiski apstrādā biļetenus, nestrādāja kā nākas un beigās tika lemts, ka viss jāskaita manuāli. Samocītais process ne tikai sagādāja problēmas vēlēšanu iecirkņu darbiniekiem, kuri uz to brīdi jau bija strādājuši vairāk nekā 18 stundas un nesaņēma skaidru informāciju, bet devis pamatu izplatīt šaubas par vēlēšanu uzticamību. Kas īsti notika? Vai tas neatkārtosies nākamgad Saeimas vēlēšanās? Kam jāuzņemas atbildība? Krustpunktā diskutē Centrālās vēlēšanu komisijas vadītāja Kristīne Saulīte, Valsts digitālās attīstības aģentūras elektronisko iepirkumu departamenta direktors Oļegs Fiļipovičs, VARAM valsts sekretāra vietnieks digitālās transformācijas jautājumos Gatis Ozols, domnīcas "Providus" direktore un vadošā pētniece Iveta Kažoka un IT speciālists Ilmārs Poikāns.  

Industrial Light & Magic create lava for Mustafar, undead pirates for Pirates of the Caribbean, and a digital car escape from aliens in the last episode of Light & Magic.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The legacy of George Lucas as discussed by many of the visual effects artists at Industrial Light & Magic, The influence of Ray Harryhausen on ILM, How the lava was created for Mustafar in Revenge of the Sith, The creation and use of digital doubles for stunts in Revenge of the Sith, The work done on Pirates of the Caribbean, How Davy Jones was created for Dead Man's Chest, The creation of Rango and how the ILM artists became storytellers, and more. For more discussion of Light & Magic, check out episode 894.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Join us for real time discussion on the RetroZap Discord Server here: RetroZap Discord. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Welcome to Episode 406 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - How influential has ILM been in the past 50 years of movies? - Why ILM wouldn't exist without Star Wars - Dave Filoni and Carrie Beck could co-lead Lucasfilm - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text! The Naked Texture Artist is a podcast where VFX/animation veterans have deep and honest conversations about their challenges and growth as working artists. It is very exciting to find people who think deep and hard thoughts about the work we do and the industry we work in. We are not short on people, who can teach us how to carry out the work, but the bigger questions about the VFX industry and our role in it, are harder to answer. Daniel Harkness, in addition to his work as a compositor and motion designer, writes his excellent observations on LinkedIn. I think for all of us, this period, in the industries of VFX, animation and games, has been a grim reminder that we are living in a house of cards. Many, if not all, artists have had to have some serious reflection on their career, and what their future will look like. Daniel's excellent writing is very useful to help understand the market forces that underpin our work, as well as the value each of us have in terms of dollars and cents.  I hope getting to know Daniel's writing can be as instructive and helpful for you too, as it has been for me. Daniel Harkness' website:https://www.danielharkness.com/   Daniel's excellent 8 part series on the value of a VFX artist:https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-my-value-vfx-artist-part-1-daniel-harkness/ Also mentioned in this episode is:The famous blog of VFX Soldier:https://vfxsoldier.wordpress.com/  Joseph Bell's insightful global overview of VFX:https://www.vfxatlas.com/  Why is VFX dying? Scott Galloway explains the market forces underneath the destruction:https://medium.com/@profgalloway/peak-hollywood-1f147623b714 The Naked Texture Artist is produced by Marque Pierre Sondergaard. Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thenakedtextureartist Contact us on thenakedtextureartist@gmail.com Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/thenakedtextureartist/ Music copyright belongs to Tycho for the song Awake - https://tychomusic.com/ Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com

(0:00) Intro(0:22) Hajj: Allah ka ehsan(1:02) Kaainat ki management mein Allah ka wajood(2:19) Peghambaron ka dunya mein aana kyun?(3:08) Musa AS ki dawat Fir'aun ko(5:58) Anbiya ki dawat ka inkaar kyun?(6:50) Hazrat Musa AS ke mojezat(7:19) Karachi ki Mumtaz Begum(7:41) Allah ke wajood ki nishaniyan (insani aankh)(9:18) Japanese scientist ka universe par bayan(10:51)

Episode Notes Former ILM special effects guru Bill Kimberlin joins Rob as he describes some of the effects in this movie as well as many of the benchmarks of his storied career in Hollywood and ILM in particular.

The legend of 1995's Waterworld suggests that it was a huge flop and a criticial disaster. The truth? It was neither. But it was one of the toughest Hollywood productions of the 1990s, and its story continued even after the arduous shoot was complete. In this episode, Simon goes through the origins of the film as a low budget idea, right through to the emergence of a longer, alternate cut to the film: The Ulysses Cut. The second half of this episode is given over to Len Wiseman, who talks to Ryan Lambie about Ballerina, a lost moment in an OAP's home, Die Hard, getting fired from ILM, and working with Roland Emmerich. Please like, subscribe and all of that stuff. Support us at www.filmstories.co.uk/support. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second episode of season two of Light & Magic, George Lucas, ILM, and their crew endure the reaction to The Phantom Menace and prepare for Attack of the Clones and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How this series helps to cement George Lucas's legacy as a movie visionary, How Ahmed Best and Rob Coleman endured the reaction to Jar Jar Binks in The Phantom Menace, ILM's work with particle graphics that lead to Twister, The work that went into animating water that contributed to The Perfect Storm, All the work that went into bringing Yoda to life in Attack of the Clones, and more. For our discussion of episode one of season two of Light & Magic, check out episode 883.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Join us for real time discussion on the RetroZap Discord Server here: RetroZap Discord.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

In the second episode of season two of Light & Magic, George Lucas, ILM, and their crew endure the reaction to The Phantom Menace and prepare for Attack of the Clones and more.

Michael Ralla joins the podcast to share his journey through the world of visual effects, with a focus on his latest project as VFX Supervisor on the film Sinners. He discusses how he worked closely with cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, whose fearless approach to lighting and darkness pushed the creative envelope. The episode features a deep conversation about the differences between film and digital, the evolving language of color, and how these choices impact storytelling—insights that are especially relevant to the visual style of Sinners. Michael also opens up about his unconventional path into VFX, from his early ambitions as a heavy metal drummer to finding his footing in sound engineering, and ultimately discovering his passion for compositing. He reflects on his formative years at Scanline, learning the ropes through hands-on experience, and how that foundation led him to major studios like Digital Domain and ILM. Throughout the episode, Michael's candid perspective offers a rare look at the challenges and excitement of modern visual effects, as well as the importance of staying adaptable in an ever-changing industry.

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews Scott Ross, a pioneering figure in the visual effects industry. As the former general manager of Industrial Light and Magic (ILM), Senior VP of LucasArts Entertainment, and co-founder of Digital Domain with James Cameron and Stan Winston, Scott Ross shares insights into the evolution of visual effects, from practical models to the digital revolution. His impressive portfolio includes iconic films like Star Wars, Terminator 2, Titanic, Apollo 13, and What Dreams May Come, and in this conversation, Ross reflects on working with some of Hollywood's greatest directors and creative minds.Early Career and Entry into Visual Effects (01:59)Ross talks about his unexpected journey from studying film at Hofstra University to running ILM.The Evolution of Visual Effects (04:26)Ross offers a historical perspective on the development of visual effects, from early innovations like The Great Train Robbery and Trip to the Moon, through the stop-motion animation of King Kong, to the groundbreaking digital effects of the 1980s.Working at Industrial Light and Magic (09:19)Ross recounts his experience running ILM, explaining how he rose through the ranks despite having limited direct experience with the optical and chemical processes used before the digital era.Seminal Projects: Who Framed Roger Rabbit (15:04)Ross shares insights on his groundbreaking work on Who Framed Roger Rabbit.Collaborating with George Lucas and James Cameron (17:57)Ross offers candid reflections on working with George Lucas and his partnership with James Cameron in founding Digital Domain.Visual Effects Economics and Challenges (25:54)Ross explains why visual effects are so expensive, mainly due to the enormous personnel requirements.The Impact of AI on Visual Effects (30:36)Ross offers a balanced view of artificial intelligence as both "an incredibly wonderful technology" and a potentially frightening force that could eliminate jobs.Reflections on Iconic Films (39:09)In a rapid-fire segment, Ross shares memories of working on films like Apollo 13, Titanic, Terminator 2, and What Dreams May Come.Throughout the conversation, Ross shares his perspective as a business leader who navigated the transition from creating practical to digital effects, offering both historical context and insights about the future of filmmaking as the technology continues to evolve.We look forward to bringing you more revelations from behind the scenes next time on Don't Kill the Messenger! Please leave us a review or connect on social media.Host: Kevin GoetzGuest: Scott RossProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment) For more information about Scott Ross:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Ross_(film_executive)IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0743824/Upstart: The Digital Film Revolution (Book): https://a.co/d/iRhI0uR For more information about Kevin Goetz:Website: www.KevinGoetz360.comAudienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, YouTube, and Substack: @KevinG

One day prior to leading multiple tours of the original location of Industrial Light & Magic, in Van Nuys, CA, for over a hundred people, renowned visual effects innovator and nine-time Academy Award winner Dennis Muren met up with us at the location. It was the first time Dennis had stepped foot inside the building in nearly fifty years, making it once-in-a-lifetime 'On Location" episode. We talked about the maddening pressure of creating the groundbreaking visual effects for "Star Wars" (1977) at this nondescript industrial property outside the Van Nuys airport, why he wanted to work for George Lucas and the filmmaker's clear cinematic vision, meeting Steven Spielberg for the first time at ILM, Van Nuys, his genuine love of movies and filming locations, and his feelings on the reemergence of VistaVision. Today, the location is home to Neiman & Company, an established architectural signage firm that's been in business since 1965 and purchased the building in the early 2000's. www.neimanandco.com

Join Father.Son.Galaxy. live from FanExpo Philadelphia as we share what we love about Star Wars—our Top Ten reasons this galaxy far, far away continues to inspire generations. From George Lucas and ILM to Clone Wars, The Mandalorian, Skeleton Crew, and the unforgettable music of John Williams—we reflect on the legacy, creativity, and joy that keep us coming back. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the saga, this panel is for you.Hosted by Kerwin and Keith, this is our fourth year celebrating Star Wars with our amazing community at FanExpo. May the Force be with you!

We got a live one here, folks! Matt and Corbin talk about 'Zodiac,' David Fincher's digital cinema landmark that also happens to be one of the best movies of the aughts. Topics include: slip sliding into the place where no knowledge can validate you and the terror that remains, Fincher's San Fran past, ILM, a smoking fetus, digital's capacity to enable control freaks in directors chairs and executive's offices alike, and Matt's buckwild thesis on how the Zodiac killer is digital cinema.  Corbin recommends this game. Matt recommends the second section of the second season Andor, which you can watch on Disney+.  Next Week's episode is about 'Before the Devil Knows You're Dead," which you can watch on Prime, if you're into that kind of thing. 

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In this episode of Star Warsologies, we share the recording of our our Star Wars Celebration Japan panel "The Secret Miniatures of the Star Wars Prequels" with Fon Davis! Watch the YouTube version of this episode for all the amazing behind the scenes visuals shared during the panel! You should also watch the YouTube video we refer to in (and showed during) the panel, which includes many of the miniatures in the Star Wars prequels. Panel description: Episodes I, II, and III revolutionized the use of computer graphics in film but did you know that the ILM model shop was still in full swing during production? There are more miniatures in each of the prequels than the original trilogy combined! Fon Davis, an ILM model maker during the Special Edition and prequels era, takes us through his favorite behind the scenes photos and stories - many of which involve explosions. From the podracing arena on Tatooine to the lava flows of Mustafar, a surprising number of miniatures were created and used in tandem with other visual effects. Take a deep dive into the movie magic! Show Links: Watch season 2 of Light & Magic on Disney+ now for more from Fon and other ILM behind the scenes images and stories! For more ILM stories, check out the Episode II panel from SiliCon 2022 with Fon Davis, John Goodson, Kim Smith, Nelson Hall, and Don Bies! Fon has also joined us for convention panels about Galaxy Quest, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Coraline, as well as at Star Wars Celebration in London in 2023! You can order James's crossword puzzle book now! For a free puzzle, download the activity kit from Star Wars Reads! Subscribe to never miss an episode of Star Warsologies on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Did you miss an earlier episode? Catch up here! Follow us on BlueSky and Instagram or join our Facebook fan group! Star Warsologies is a podcast about science in a galaxy far, far away. Hosts James Floyd and Melissa Miller combine their love of storytelling in the franchise with their keen interest in all things academic.

In this episode of Grumpy Old Geeks, we're serving up a buffet of dystopia with a side of snark. First, Kuwait has finally realized crypto bros are an energy drain, not a feature. Celsius Network's founder gets 12 years for running a “safe investment” Ponzi scheme. And in Lopez v. Apple, we find yet another reason to question Cupertino's moral compass.Then it's time for a trip through the tech trash fire. DoorDash gobbles up Deliveroo, proving there's no such thing as too many overpriced salads. Google wants your kids to befriend Gemini—because what could go wrong giving tweens supervised AI access? Tesla's “Robotaxi” trademark gets the boot for being as generic as Elon's pickup lines. Meanwhile, Grok strips in public, deepfake porn sites get the axe, and dating app “Raw” rawdogs user data like it's the early 2000s internet. We also hit peak Black Mirror with brain-typed tweets, AI-resurrected relatives, and crypto kidnappers playing real-life GTA.On Media Candy, the streaming overlords dump trailers like Halloween candy. Squid Game is back to traumatize you, Star Trek: Lower Decks keeps boldly going where no animated series should, and The Old Guard 2 teases a Theron-vs-Thurman sword fight. Plus, Apple's UX team found the “enhance” button, Netflix wants to be helpful (lol), and Google dreams of becoming a Hollywood darling. Over in Apps & Doodads, Apple wants to stagger iPhone drops, Disney sells you a $3,000 droid with zero sass, and Smart Flowerpots are now a thing because apparently, you can't be trusted to water your plant.And finally, it's time for The Dark Side with Dave, where Bittner brings us malware, click tracks, fake vocals, and the shocking truth about KISS's lipsync disaster in Antwerp. We also dip into ILM's jaw-dropping legacy, Star Wars' shady back alleys, and a new Disneyland in Abu Dhabi, because nothing says “happiest place on Earth” like 120°F desert heat. All this and more, right here on your favorite snark-fueled ragecastSponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/696FOLLOW UPKuwait cracks down on crypto miners to cut down on electricity usageFounder of crypto platform Celsius Network is sentenced to 12 years in prisonLopez v. Apple Inc.IN THE NEWSDoorDash is buying British rival Deliveroo for $3.9 billionShrinking Website Run By Nazi Psychopath Wants to Improve Its ImageTesla 'Robotaxi' trademark refused for being too genericKids under 13 will soon get supervised access to Google GeminiPeople Are Losing Loved Ones to AI-Fueled Spiritual FantasiesNonverbal Neuralink Patient Is Using Brain Implant and Grok to Generate RepliesElon Musk's Grok AI Will 'Remove Her Clothes' In Public, On XDating App ‘Raw' Accidentally Rawdogs Users' Location Data, Personal InfoGlobalX, Airline for Trump's Deportations, HackedU.S. pushes nations facing tariffs to approve Musk's Starlink, cables showLeading deepfake porn site is shut down for goodLehigh County's $500 Million Pension Fund Halts Tesla InvestmentsNOAA Warns of Attacks on Radar Systems by Militia That Thinks They Are ‘Weather Weapons'Family Uses AI To Revive Dead Brother For Impact Statement in Killer's TrialWe have reached the “severed fingers and abductions” stage of the crypto revolutionMEDIA CANDYStar Trek: Lower DecksSpring Baking ChampionshipUnveiling Our Innovative New TV Experience Featuring Enhanced Design, Responsive Recommendations and a New Way to SearchApple renews Seth Rogen's Hollywood satire 'The Studio' for season two ahead of finaleThe End Is Here in the First Trailer for Squid Game 3The Long Walk (2025) Official TrailerThe Third Crisis dawns in Foundation S3 teaserNew Old Guard 2 Trailer Sees Charlize Theron Cross Swords With Uma ThurmanThe best travel show on Apple TV+ just made its triumphant returnPoker Face Season 2Google is reportedly getting back into film and TV with a tech-friendly production initiativeGolden Globes Adding Best Podcast Category Beginning In 2026APPS & DOODADSApple reportedly wants to split up the iPhone's release scheduleApple to add AI search partners to Safari as Google usage fallsPatreon update lets U.S. fans bypass Apple's 30% fee in iOS app, more changes comingApps like Kindle are already taking advantage of court-mandated iOS App Store changeDisney's Got a Star Wars Droid to Sell You…for $3,000Smart Flowerpots,Smart Pet Planter,Ai Planter,Intelligent Flowerpots,Multiple Expressions,7 Smart Sensors, and Ai Chips Make Raising Plants Easy and Fun for Living Room,Plant-Free,YellowTrump administration plans to shutter money-saving Energy Star programTHE DARK SIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingIndustrial Light & Magic: Into the Digital RealmIndustrial Light & Magic: The Art of Special EffectsIndustrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of InnovationDigital Dreams: The Work of the Sony Design CenterAndorStar Wars: Tales of the UnderworldDisney Just Announced a Brand New Theme Park: Disneyland Abu DhabiKISS : Total Lip Sync Fail in Antwerp Belgium 6 June 2022KISS In Ear Monitor Feed with Click Track, Cues and FAKE VOCALS The Smoking Gun Eddie TrunkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SEASON 2 - EPISODE 140 - Jon Alexander - Compositing Supervisor In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with compositing supervisor and visual effects artist Jon Alexander (DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE, AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON, THE PHANTOM MENACE). Jon was witness to a number of milestones in the history of visual effects, and throughout the episode, Jon shares numerous stories from his long career at Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), granting us insight into a time he likens to as the Italian Renaissance. From optical printers to artificial intelligence, Jon shares his experiences working with the many pieces of technology responsible for manipulating images, and he reveals the level of focus he and his colleagues at ILM shared when it came to problem-solving (even during an earthquake!). In addition to his work in film, Jon has also worked on projects for The Sphere in Las Vegas, and he shares what he believes to be the distinctive traits of and the possible uses for the new technology. Jon also reveals what he saw as a groundbreaking advancement in visual effects while working on HOWARD THE DUCK, and we compare past and present VFX techniques. Plus, we break down how optical visual effects are actually made. - This episode is sponsored by Profoto & Aputure

In the first episode of the second season of Light & Magic, George Lucas and Industrial Light & Magic take viewers behind the scenes of creating the special effects for The Phantom Menace.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts and reactions to the first episode of the second season of Light & Magic, How everyone at Industrial LIght & Magic wanted to work on a Star Wars movie, A surprising movie and character that was instrumental to the development of other digital characters like Jar Jar Binks, How people such as Rob Coleman, John Knoll, and Doug Chiang contributed to ILM and The Phantom Menace, The team effort that went into creating Jar Jar Binks, The storyboards for The Phantom Menace, and The software behind the podrace. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Join us for real time discussion on the RetroZap Discord Server here: RetroZap Discord. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

We're talking with Colins former partner Sierra Dall on a special SCARIFLIVE show. Let's hear some dispelled rumors and set the record straight. If one of your favorite Star Wars ships are TIE Fighters, X-Wings or Death Stars then you have Colin to thank for that. Did you know that Colin was one of ILM's first employee's? George took lots of design elements from Colin and we'll hear some stories from Sierra. And don't miss hearing how you can purchase a little bit of history through Colin's website where you'll find some amazing early works signed by the man himself. We've got a promo code so you can save up to 15% on purchases, use SCARIF on check out. Hope you like this interview, share and subscribe as the kids are saying these days.

Trump proposes a 100% tariff on film produciton outside of the US, sending shockwaves through Hollywood. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey analyze what this policy could mean for American productions and offer practical alternatives. Plus, we examine ILM's AI demonstrations at a recent TED Talk, discuss LA's efforts to streamline film permitting, and break down Claude's new Integrations feature.

We love Light & Magic season 2 so let's talk about it! Join us as we discuss Joe Johnston's three-episode look at the evolution of ILM after Jurassic Park, through the prequel trilogy, and beyond, highlighted by its incredible people. We layer in some highlights from our time with Rob Coleman too! Please checkout our new site trbpodcasts.com for easy access to our podcasts and our brand new merch shop! If you like having a good time talking Star Wars, you've found a great spot! Join the Resistance, and be sure to join us live Wednesday night for the K-2S Show covering ANDOR season 2!

This episode Official IndyCast correspondent Mitch Hallock is back with an exclusive guest announcement, I chat with author Donn Swaby to talk about his Indy inspired youth novel Corey Crumbly and the Lost Amulet, there is a new Indy convention on the calendar & we have a new Indy themed item appearing at Disney resorts! 

Star Wars: Beyond Victory #1, a Star Wars Celebration Japan exclusive, serves as a prequel for the upcoming MetaQuest Star Wars: Beyond Victory -- A Mixed-Reality Playset.The one-shot, written by Ethan Sacks, with art by Steven Cummings, Will Sliney, Shogo Aoki, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Caramagna, sets up the story of Volo Bolus, a podracer with an eye toward the prize and who draws the attention of now-disgraced racer Sebulba (yep, the one from The Phantom Menace).What follows is a fast-paced race on Batuu, a solid backstory and a positioning for the gaming -- and storytelling -- to come in the Beyond Victory software.Whether the comic will get a wider release is unlikely, given specialty issues like these seldom do and we think it's unlikely a digital release or inclusion in a trade paperback isn't in the cards, either, meaning if you want to get a copy, the secondary market is poised to be your only choice. So far, 10 copies of have been sold on eBay, ranging from $25-$303. Another nine copies are still up for grabs, with prices ranging from $50-$219.We got our copy thanks to Kelly Knox, a writer of renown, and known for her work on the StarWars.com website. We're immensely grateful to her for acquiring a copy of the issue for us and sending it our way.Comics Discussed This Week:Star Wars: Beyond VIctory #1 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week:Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #4 (of 4)A New Legacy #1 One-ShotJedi Knights #1The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #1Legacy of Vader #1News: Free Comic Book Day is May 3 and features titles from Marvel (Star Wars) and Dark Horse (Young Jedi Adventures).Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:April 29 _ Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21)April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 4)May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1May 6 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4)May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5)May 14 _Jedi Knights #3May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot)May 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18, Legacy of Vader #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #4 (of 5)May 28 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #4 (of 5)June 3 _ The Battle of Jakku TPB (Collects Insurgency Rising 1-4,  Republic Under Seige 1-4, Last Stand 1-4)June 4 _ Jedi Knights #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #5 (of 5)June 11 _ Star Wars #2, The Rise of Skywalker adapation #5 (of 5), The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #4 (of 5)June 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Shadow Stalker (1997) 1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist (2014) 1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story (2003) 1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1994) 1-2, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire (1996) 1-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire Mini-comic (1996) 1-2, Star Wars: Tales From Mos Eisley (1996) 1, Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters – Scoundrel's Wages (1999) 1, Classic Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1994) 1-2, Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead (2001) 2, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II (2006) 1, Sergio Aragones Stomps Star Wars (2000) 1, Star Wars Infinities: The Empire Strikes Back (2002) 1-4, Star Wars Infinities: Return of the Jedi (2003) 1-4; material from Star Wars Kids (1997) 12; Star Wars Visionaries (2005); Star Wars Tales (1999) 2, 4-8, 10, 12, 15-17, 20)June 18 _ Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent #1June 24 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda's Secret War (Collects Star Wars 15-30, Annual 1-2); June 25 _ Legacy of Vader #5, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #19, Codebreaker #2 (of 4)July 1 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone TPB (Collects 1-4)July 2 _ Jedi Knights #5, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #5 (of 5), Codebreaker #3 (of 4)July 8 _ Ewoks TPB (Collects 1-4)July 9 _ Legacy of Vader #6July 16 _ Star Wars (Vol. 4) #3, he High Republic Adventures Phase III #20July 22 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda's War (Collects Star Wars 15-30, Annual 1, 2)July 23 _ Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent #2July 30 _ The High Republic — The Finale: The Beacon #1 One-ShotAug. 5 _ Star Wars: Visions Treasury Edition (Collects Visions: Peach Momoko, Visions: Takeshi Okazaki and material from Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1)Aug. 6 _ Jedi Knights #6, Codebreaker #4 (of 4)Aug. 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 4 (Collects 14-16, Battle of Eriadu one-shot)Aug. 26 _ Star Wars: Kanan Modern Era Epic Collection (Collects 1-12)Aug. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror #2 (of 4)Sept. 9 _ Jedi Knights #7Oct. 7 _ Legacy of Vader Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-6)Oct. 14 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi TPB (Collects 1-5) and The High Republic -- The Finale one-shot Oct. 21 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-5); Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 2 (Collects The Old Republic (2010) 1-6, The Old Republic - The Lost Suns 1-5, Lost Tribe of the Sith - Spiral 1-5, Knight Errant 1-5, Knight Errant - Deluge 1-5, Knight Errant - Escape 1-5, Jedi vs. Sith 1-6; material from Star Wars Tales 16-17, 24; Star Wars Visionaries); Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Library Edition (Collects 1-12)Oct. 28 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 5 TPB (Collects 17-20), Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch - Ghost Agents TPB (Collects 1-5)Nov. 4 _ Jedi Knights Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5)Nov. 25 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Vader Down (Collects 13-25, Star Wars 13-14 and Vader Down #1)Dec. 2 _ Star Wars: Doctor Aphra — Friends and Enemies OmnibusDec. 9 _ Codebreaker TPB (Collects 1-4)Jan. 6 _ Star Wars (2025) TPB Vol. 1 (Collects 1-6), Darth Maul: Black, White & Red TPB (Collects 1-4)

Episode 124  Like many visual effects artists of a certain vintage, Jeff Okun didn't plan on a career in VFX. In fact, by his own account, he didn't even plan to work in film at all. "I'm a completely accidental human being," he told me with a chuckle. His ambitions began on a very different stage — as a stand-up comic — until a sharply atheistic routine delivered at home earned him a lifetime ban from performing in front of his parents. Instead, Okun's creative outlet took the form of magic tricks, homemade stunts, and Super 8 visual gags. “I would blow up model ships and fake fights in rush hour traffic,” he said, “and I'd be in the bushes filming with ketchup for blood.” All of this childhood chicanery ultimately gave way to a fascination with the trickery of movies — the kind of illusions you could only pull off with careful camera work, sleight-of-hand editing, and an appetite for mischief. Learning the Craft the Hard Way Okun's first job in film was with the legendary graphic designer and filmmaker Saul Bass. The experience was, in Okun's words, “awful,” but also profoundly formative. As Bass's gopher-turned-editor, Okun was thrown into the deep end. “I hated him,” he laughed. “But he taught me everything: editing, sound, post-production supervision, how to shoot, how to frame. It was a masterclass.” Working for Bass meant operating in a visually precise, effects-heavy style — layering camera moves, creating in-camera effects, and often relying on labor-intensive optical printing processes. When optical houses turned down Bass's business — too exacting, too expensive — Okun stepped in with cost-saving workarounds and pricing schemes that actually worked. “We doubled the budget, added a contingency, and somehow still landed exactly on target.”“By the end of it, I ended up loving the man,” Okun said. “Not because he gave me a break, but because he was so specific and difficult to please that when you did please him, it meant something. He learned how to prep lineup sheets, how to composite with interpositives, and how to break down 140-layer optical shots into manageable components. “I was just the fix-it guy. I didn't know what I was doing half the time. I still don't.” VFX by Way of Accident It wasn't long before optical houses and producers began calling on Okun when their films were in trouble. One fix led to another. His reputation grew as someone who could step into a crisis and calmly solve it — usually with a combination of ingenuity, humour, and brute-force trial and error. “I think Saul trained me to see puzzles. That's what it comes down to — seeing what's broken and putting it together in a way that works. Most of the time, it wasn't about having the right answer. It was about trying 50 wrong ones.” This kind of lateral thinking came into its own on films like Stargate (1994), where Okun — working with Jeff Kleiser and Diana Walczak's fledgling CG company — had to convince director Roland Emmerich that computer graphics were even worth attempting. “Roland didn't believe in CG. So we built the shot, made the CG glider deliberately less detailed to match the miniature footage. Showed it to him. He said, ‘Exactly — that's what I'm talking about. Miniatures are the way to go.' And we said, ‘Nope. All CG.' That's when he finally came around.” (Fun fact, VFX supervisor Jeff Okun was paid homage by Brent Spiner in Independence Day in the role of Dr. Brackish Okun. There's uh, a slight resemblance.) - Credit to Nofilmschool.comPenguins, Moose, and the Invisible Effect Okun is quick to point out he wasn't a Star Wars kid. In fact, he avoided the original film for weeks on principle — he doesn't do queues. But he did get a behind-the-scenes tour of ILM's original Van Nuys facility courtesy of Bass and George Lucas. There, he saw motion control rigs, Richard Edlund on his knees filming the crawl, Phil Tippett animating the chess game, and pyro tests in the parking lot. It was, he admits, a little magical — though it didn't change the fact that his creative allegiance remained with illusion, not spectacle. “My favourite effects are the invisible ones. I started out as a magician. The goal is to make people believe there's no trick. That's where the real artistry is.” Still, that didn't stop him from sneaking penguins and moose into the background of multiple films. He once gave a horse antlers in a Cameron Crowe movie. In Blood Diamond, he added a huge penguin family to a wide evacuation shot — no one noticed. “It's like the gorilla basketball video. You just don't see what you're not looking for.” The Shark That Ate Sam Perhaps his most famous — or infamous — contribution to pop culture came on Deep Blue Sea. Samuel L. Jackson had just delivered a particularly rough eight-page monologue, and Okun, unimpressed with the script, asked Jackson what he wanted to do. “He just said, ‘Kill me.' So I said, ‘If you make it to the front of the moon pool, I'll kill you.'” The surprise shark attack that interrupts Jackson mid-speech is now legendary. It wasn't in the script. “Renny Harlin didn't know until the day,” Okun said. “Sam did take after take but always got to the kill spot early. We cut the rest. I shot the elements. It was a massacre. We even had baby sharks pull him apart for fun.” The Changing Landscape Much of our conversation revolved around the changing realities of visual effects — the rise of AI, the complications of LED walls, and the shifting expectations from directors and studios. “People think VFX is just hitting the ‘do it right' button and then the ‘do it fast' button,” he said. “There's so little appreciation for how hard this stuff is, and we've done ourselves no favours by making it all invisible.” He sees today's VFX artists as increasingly anonymous — a shift he's spent much of his career trying to reverse, both through his own visibility and via his tenure at the Visual Effects Society. “We don't sell our artistry. We sell our software. You know the names of the DPs, but no one can name last year's VFX Oscar winners. That's not sustainable.” The Invisible War Stories At the end of our chat, Okun expressed a desire to tell more of the “true” stories of VFX — the screw-ups, the late-night fixes, the shots that weren't supposed to work. He wants more people to know that the chaos behind the curtain is often where the real creative breakthroughs happen. “It's always fun. That's the only reason I still do it. And when it's collaborative, when it's people bouncing ideas off each other, it's magical. That's when everyone forgets the pain and just remembers the movie.”All the Filmumentaries Links

This episode Official IndyCast correspondent Mitch Hallock is back with a Raiders Rant, Ron Phelps visits the Lost Delta and interviews artist Ethan Pro and Double T’s returns with his Possum Times podcast team for a spoiler free deep dive into Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.