Computer-generated special effects may be the go-to approach for most things these days, but it’s comforting to know there’s still some call for monsters gorgeously crafted by hand, with a warm human suffering inside.
For nearly 20 years, Spectral Motion has and continues to bust out some of the best practical creatures for Hollywood films, television and theme parks. Here are a few behind-the-scenes videos of their works over the years…
Facial animatronics:
Pacific Rim rollie pollies:
Edward the giant troll from Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters:
Doug Jones as Veneficus Confusus:
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