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Chad Wiebe
VFX supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic who led the studio's visual effects work on Thunderbolts, discussing the development of the Void look, city-scale shadows and rendering/comp approaches.
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Jun 25, 2025
• 41min
VFX shadows, silhouettes, and the Sentry: ILM’s work on Marvel’s Thunderbolts
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In this engaging discussion, Chad Wiebe, VFX supervisor at ILM, and Lee McNair, animation supervisor at ILM, dive into the intricate visual effects of Thunderbolts. Chad reveals the evolution of the Void's aesthetic, focusing on nuanced rendering that makes simplicity feel complex. Lee shares insights on silhouette animation and the choreography behind the penthouse fight. They also discuss the innovative use of real-world geometry for shadows and the technical challenges of crafting realistic digi-doubles, creating a captivating listener experience.
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