It’s my birthday today, thought I’d celebrate by writing a post. It’s been a while — about 20 days. But, I’m my own boss and I post when I please. So, let’s get to it!
What made me log in to my WordPress install and start typing? Well, it’s the video above of course! Being somewhat of a tech head I already knew a LOT of stuff is shot in front of a green screen, I’ve even tried it myself on my previous blog. Everyone knows about the use of computers in TV and Movies these days, I mean — it’s not a secret only people on the inside know about.
I’ve seen a bunch of behind the scenes stuff from movie productions and TV sets but the thing is — I had no clue the use of green screen was this prolific. It seems like every damn scene, no mater how bland or insignificant, is shot with the help of computers with 3D software. When I first saw the video I was kind of upset, I felt stupid for not realizing that what I’m watching isn’t… real. Amazing stuff none the less.
Stargate Studios, the company behind this modern day witchcraft is based in Pasadena CA. Some of the TV-shows they’ve been involved in includes; Eli Stone, Mad men, Grey’s Anatomy, Lipstick Jungle, Monk and The Office. The list goes on and on forever but the thing is — these are shows without special effects, right? You know what I mean, don’t you? Sure, there are tonnes of effects in Heroes and Stargate Studios is behind that too — but that’s a thing I can understand.
I just realized that Stargate Studios is also a Visual Effects company. Maybe that’s why my brain refused to accept the fact that these effects are everywhere. They are not special, they are visual, you don’t notice them and I guess that means they did a pretty good job. Haha!
