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Light & Magic

Lawrence Kasdan

Filmmaker: Lawrence Kasdan

AFS Envoys: Meredith Kaulfers (Executive Producer); Jonah Moran (Editor)

This series cannot be screened in China. 

Granted unparalleled access, Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan takes viewers on an adventure behind the curtain of Industrial Light & Magic, the special visual effects, animation and virtual production division of Lucasfilm. Learn about the pioneers of modern filmmaking—whose work inspired the entire industry of visual effects—as we go on a journey to see George Lucas’ vision brought to life. 

Ep 1 – Gang of Outsiders
An unexpected team takes shape to create the effects for a new sci-fi film called ‘The Star Wars’.

Ep 2 – On the Bucking Bronco
George Luca’s career has been building up to this moment. ILM works to finish the project on time.

Ep 3 – Just Think About It
ILM is tasked with creating the sequel to one of the most popular films of all time.

Ep 4 – I think I Found My People
ILM thrives in the age of the 80s blockbuster, but change is on the horizon.

Ep 5 – Morfing

The digital age presents new challenges, but embracing innovation is difficult for some.

Ep 6 – No More Pretending You’re Dinosaurs 
The release of Jurassic Park leads to further CG innovations in the industry.