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fxguide covers the visual effects industry and software from a high-end professional vfx artists’ perspective.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes100Founded20 years ago
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Latest Episodes

We chat with Nichols & Thron about their careers and their new venture, SIGGRAPH highlights, and the future of filmmaking -- gaussian splats and all.

Fabricio Baessa, DNEG VFX supervisor, discusses the VFX of the Air Force One attack sequence in Heads of State.

Scanline VFX brings grit, glass, and grounded physics to Andor season 2 and Sue Rowe reveals how they did it.

We sit down with CG Supervisor Kevin Sears and Animation Supervisor Loic Mireault to unpack their contributions to the film.

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Recent Guests

Fabricio Baessa
VFX Supervisor from DNEG
DNEG
Episode: fxpodcast: Heads of State detailed shot by shot breakdown
Sue Rowe
VFX Supervisor at Scanline
Scanline VFX
Episode: fxpodcast: VFX Supervisor Sue Rowe talks Andor season 2
Kevin Sears
CG Supervisor at Framestore
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Episode: fxpodcast: Superman with Framestore – Krypto, crystals, & cutting-edge gaussian splats
Loic Mireault
Animation Supervisor at Framestore
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Episode: fxpodcast: Superman with Framestore – Krypto, crystals, & cutting-edge gaussian splats
James MacLachlan
Overall visual effects supervisor for Black Mirror Season 7
Episode: fxpodcast: Black Mirror’s USS Callister: Into Infinity with James MacLachlan
Guy Williams
Wētā FX VFX supervisor
Wētā FX
Episode: fxpodcast: Superman with Wētā FX
Ryan Tudhope
Production Visual Effects Supervisor for F1 The Movie
Episode: fxpodcast: F1 The Movie, with VFX Supervisor Ryan Tudhope
Gareth Edwards
Director known for his work in visual effects and filmmaking.
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Episode: Crafting Jurassic World: Rebirth with Gareth Edwards and David Vickery
David Vickery
Production side supervisor and second unit director.
Supervisor for Jurassic World: Rebirth
Episode: Crafting Jurassic World: Rebirth with Gareth Edwards and David Vickery

Hosts

John Montgomery
Host of the fxpodcast, known for engaging discussions with industry professionals about visual effects and movie production.
Mike Seymour
Host of the fxpodcast, providing insights into the latest in visual effects and technology in film.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Thanks for doing more FX Guides

    Thanks Mike for doing these interviews! Still loving them after all these years

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crypto_b
    Australia4 years ago
  • Enthusiasm

    I love the enthusiasm the presenters always exhibit, as well as the straight forward nature of the discussions. Sound sometimes not too good when guests are participating through telephone.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thnhome
    Denmark12 years ago
  • For anyone interested in VFX!

    I've been listening to this podcast regularly for several years. It was inspiring as a student -- now it's both inspiring and very informative as a seasoned pro. These guys run a fantastic show and I highly recommend this podcast (and Fx Guide in general) to anyone with any level of interest at all in VFX!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    briansilva
    United States13 years ago
  • Fantastic, informative

    A real boon for anyone in the Post Production business, this is a real-world look at Visual Effects and the business of creating them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BradASchreiber
    United States13 years ago
  • My favorite podcast

    Always informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tobkum
    Germany14 years ago

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Reviewers often note the informative nature of the show, beneficial to both students and seasoned professionals in the VFX field.
The enthusiasm for the subject matter shines through in discussions, making the content engaging and informative.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth industry analysis and technical insights provided by experienced hosts and guests.
Listeners frequently recommend the podcast for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of visual effects production.

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Apple Podcasts
#119
Belgium/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#239
India/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

fxpodcast: Black Mirror’s USS Callister: Into Infinity with James MacLachlan
Q: What were some of the challenges with the design of the 'Heart of Infinity'?
The design underwent constant evolution after thousands of discussions among the team to achieve the desired ominous look.
fxpodcast: Black Mirror’s USS Callister: Into Infinity with James MacLachlan
Q: How did you balance the aesthetic of the previous episode with new gaming aesthetics?
Charlie Brooker's deep understanding of gaming ensured the appropriate level of gamification was introduced.
fxpodcast: Black Mirror’s USS Callister: Into Infinity with James MacLachlan
Q: How much could you rely on what you'd already built and how much did you have to start anew?
Framestore handed over the Callister asset, but everything else was bespoke and new for this season.
fxpodcast: Black Mirror’s USS Callister: Into Infinity with James MacLachlan
Q: Does that pose both a delight to you and a kind of trepidation about going over and sort of attacking an episode that's been so successful in the past?
It was a daunting task to make sure we were going to keep loyal fans happy, while also extending the story beyond its previous point.
fxpodcast: F1 The Movie, with VFX Supervisor Ryan Tudhope
Q: How did you ensure the shooting maintained authenticity?
By embedding with F1 teams over several years and using real footage from the races to inform our visual effects.

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Focused on the visual effects industry, this podcast presents a deep dive into significant technical and creative aspects of visual effects in film and television. Each episode showcases conversations with industry professionals, including supervisors, engineers, and directors, exploring their experiences in creating cutting-edge visual effects. Notable topics include the use of AI in VFX, insights from high-profile films and shows, and discussions about the evolving nature of visual effects as technology advances. The commitment to exploring both artistic techniques and the practical aspects of filmmaking makes this show a must-listen for anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes processes of their favorite visual spectacles.

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