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A feature documentary about the enduring appeal of the character King Kong, and how he has inspired so many of the great filmmakers and artists since 1933.
The Frankenstein Complex takes a historical as well as a creative perspective, with a mix of fascinating scenes behind the camera, film clips, and dozens of interviews with all the big names in the industry. In addition to the many wonderful anecdotes, the film also offers a wealth of beautiful test material, while along the way showing how the art of filmmaking has changed over the years. An affectionate ode to monster makers throughout history.
From Gizmo to Gremlins: Creating the Creatures is a documentary film that delves into the behind-the-scenes process of bringing the iconic creatures from the film Gremlins to life. It provides an in-depth look at the special effects, puppetry, and animatronics used to create these memorable characters. The film showcases the talent and dedication of the artists and technicians involved in the creation of these creatures, revealing the intricate details and challenges faced during the production.
Take a unique behind-the-scenes journey (made especially for the Hollywood Theatre) with special effects legend Chris Walas on the making of Joe Dante's 1984 seminal film GREMLINS. Narrated by Walas, and featuring incredibly rare photos and video from his personal archive, witness the creation of this pioneering, effects-laden classic.
The Scanners Way: Creating the Special Effects in 'Scanners'(2014)
This Documentary goes over how the special effects in the 1981 film "Scanners" were done.
Fear of the Flesh: The Making of The Fly is a documentary that takes a deep dive into the production of the 1986 cult classic film, The Fly. Through interviews with the cast and crew, it explores the challenges faced during the creation of the groundbreaking visual effects and the transformation of Jeff Goldblum's character. The documentary also sheds light on the influence of David Cronenberg's unique style and vision on the overall success of the movie.
The Fly Papers: The Buzz on Hollywood's Scariest Insect(2000)
A documentary on The Fly
Retrospective documentary featuring interviews with Ethan Wiley, Sean S. Cunningham, Arye Gross and Jonathan Stark, among others.
A portrait of painter, sculptor, makeup artist, set designer and inventor Charlie Gemora.
In the film MADE YOU LOOK, nothing is as it seems. Better keep your eyes wide open. Written and directed by Justin Zimmerman, featuring special effects by Academy Award-winner Chris Walas, and co-written by and introducing Kian Doughty, MADE YOU LOOK is simply spooky fun.
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Chris Walas
Chris Walas is an American film director, special effects expert, and make-up artist. He was born in Chicago, Illinois. Walas rose to fame in the 1980s, with effects for films such as "Airplane!" (1980), "Dragonslayer" (1981), and "Return of the Jedi" (1983). In the film "Raiders of the Lost Ark" (1981), Walas created the effects for a scene where the Nazi villains' faces melt from the intense heat generated by the Ark of the Covenant. In 1984, Walas was credited for the design of the gremlins in the film "Gremlins", a film that grossed 153.1 million dollars at the box office. After creating the creature effects for "The Fly" (1986), Walas was invited to direct the sequel film "The Fly II" (1989), His directing debut earned about 39 million dollars at the worldwide box office. His only other credit as a film director was the horror comedy "The Vagrant" (1992), depicting a man who believes himself stalked by a stranger. The film received a limited release in 8 movie theaters. In the 1990s, Walas film credits for effects and make-up included such films as the black comedy "Arachnophobia" (1990), the science fiction film "Naked Lunch" (1991), the virtual reality-themed science fiction film "Virtuosity" (1995), and the erotic thriller "Jade" (1995). None of them was particularly successful. Walas' special effects were less in demand in the 2000s. His last film credit to date was creating the angels for the horror film "Dark Heaven" (2002). - IMDb Mini Biography By: Dimos I
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