Emmy Awards nominations are out and Game of Thrones has once again turned up in "Outstanding Special and Visual Effects" category, so what better time to take a peak behind the scenes? Mackevision, a multinational VFX company based out of Germany, has released the amazing visual effects reel for season four demonstrating how the show is brought to life.
From the absolutely massive (and excellent) ensemble cast — all fitted with highly stylized wardrobe items — to the dynamic digital cinematography that showcases some brilliant production design, the show looks like nothing else on television today. However, perhaps the most stunning aspect of Game of Thrones is the unmatched aesthetic and sheer magnitude of some of the locations and visual effects. Like many of the period and fantasy pieces shot today, the effects are comprised of a unique blend of traditional photography and heavy compositing, although it can sometimes be difficult to tell which is which. As one Metafilter user notes, "The obvious stuff, such as castles in the background, is expected. As is adding in extra troops. But adding the fog, bits of vines and changing the color of the grass are the little touches that enliven a scene. Love they’re making mountains just pop in the background to illustrate the VFX work."
From the absolutely massive (and excellent) ensemble cast — all fitted with highly stylized wardrobe items — to the dynamic digital cinematography that showcases some brilliant production design, the show looks like nothing else on television today. However, perhaps the most stunning aspect of Game of Thrones is the unmatched aesthetic and sheer magnitude of some of the locations and visual effects. Like many of the period and fantasy pieces shot today, the effects are comprised of a unique blend of traditional photography and heavy compositing, although it can sometimes be difficult to tell which is which. As one Metafilter user notes, "The obvious stuff, such as castles in the background, is expected. As is adding in extra troops. But adding the fog, bits of vines and changing the color of the grass are the little touches that enliven a scene. Love they’re making mountains just pop in the background to illustrate the VFX work."
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