Post-Production : Behind the Bewitching Visual Effects of ‘Wicked’ by Cyrus Sales

Cyrus Sales

Behind the Bewitching Visual Effects of ‘Wicked’

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2024/12/behind-the-bewitching-visuals-effects-of-wicked/

The article breaks down the cool VFX behind the 2024 Wicked movie. The team, led by Pablo Helman, blended practical makeup with digital effects for Elphaba’s green skin. They also used puppeteers and actors with mini models to create realistic movements for digital characters like flying monkeys. The VFX synced perfectly with the film's music, adding magic to the visuals. It’s a mix of old-school techniques and new tech that brings Oz to life. What’s your favorite VFX moment from the movie?

Behind the Bewitching Visual Effects of 'Wicked'
Behind the Bewitching Visual Effects of 'Wicked'
"You have a specific amount of time to reinvent the shot and to do improvisation, but you're basically in an image

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