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Jon Mefford
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NRThis documentary chronicles the history, transition, and legacy of Peter Parker's iconic black suit.
Symbiote Spider-Man: The Saga of the Black Costume
2007
NRThis is a three-part documentary (i.e. Spirit of Vengeance, Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Execution) which mixes behind the scenes materials and interviews.
Spirit of Vengeance: Making Ghost Rider
2007
Documentary exploring the making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer.'
Family Bonds: The Making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer'
2007
7.0A documentary divided into six-part: For a look at the movie's comic book origins, we hear notes from Brevoort, Quesada, creator Stan Lee, writers Gerry Conway, Joe Casey, Dan Knauf, Charles Knauf and Warren Ellis, writer/artist Bob Layton, and artists Gene Colan, John Romita, Jr., Patrick Zircher and Adi Granov. The piece examines the origins of Iron Man as well as aspects of the character, supporting roles and villains. We also learn about the series' development, various story lines it pursued over the years, and challenges.
The Invincible 'Iron Man'
2008
7.2Documentary film about the making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. An impressively in depth assortment of seven featurettes that look at a variety of subjects, from casting to visual effects. - Hope and Rebellion: Continuing the Saga - Designing Dystopia: Visual Aesthetic - Rebels and Warriors: The Cast - Fusing Form and Function: Costume, Make-Up and Hair - Fighting the System: Shooting on Location - D13: Rebellion Tactics: Stunts and Special Effects - Perfecting Panem: The Post-Production Process
The Mockingjay Lives: The Making of the Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1
2015
7.8This making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 is presented in 8 parts. Each part gives an in depth view of one aspect of creating the movie. You can see how special effects were used; costumes and make-up was done; all about the casting and location of the movie; and much more. This is done by interviews with the cast and crew as well as with fragments from the movie and images from behind the scenes. - Walking through Fire: Concluding the Saga (13:07) - Real or Not Real: Visual Design (9:57) - High Value Targets: The Acting Ensemble (16:33) - From Head to Toe: Costumes, Make-up and Hair (13:38) - Navigation the Minefield: Production in Atlanta, Paris and Berlin (13:06) - Collateral Damage: Stunts, Special Effects and Weapons (18:04) - Tightening the Noose: The Post-production Process (28:43) - A Different World: Reflection (22:33).
Pawns No More: The Making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2
2016
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NRThis documentary chronicles the history, transition, and legacy of Peter Parker's iconic black suit.
Symbiote Spider-Man: The Saga of the Black Costume
2007
NRThis is a three-part documentary (i.e. Spirit of Vengeance, Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Execution) which mixes behind the scenes materials and interviews.
Spirit of Vengeance: Making Ghost Rider
2007
Documentary exploring the making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer.'
Family Bonds: The Making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer'
2007
Documentary exploring the making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer.'
Family Bonds: The Making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer'
2007
Documentary exploring the making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer.'
Family Bonds: The Making of 'Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer'
2007
7.0A documentary divided into six-part: For a look at the movie's comic book origins, we hear notes from Brevoort, Quesada, creator Stan Lee, writers Gerry Conway, Joe Casey, Dan Knauf, Charles Knauf and Warren Ellis, writer/artist Bob Layton, and artists Gene Colan, John Romita, Jr., Patrick Zircher and Adi Granov. The piece examines the origins of Iron Man as well as aspects of the character, supporting roles and villains. We also learn about the series' development, various story lines it pursued over the years, and challenges.
The Invincible 'Iron Man'
2008
7.2Documentary film about the making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. An impressively in depth assortment of seven featurettes that look at a variety of subjects, from casting to visual effects. - Hope and Rebellion: Continuing the Saga - Designing Dystopia: Visual Aesthetic - Rebels and Warriors: The Cast - Fusing Form and Function: Costume, Make-Up and Hair - Fighting the System: Shooting on Location - D13: Rebellion Tactics: Stunts and Special Effects - Perfecting Panem: The Post-Production Process
The Mockingjay Lives: The Making of the Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1
2015
7.8This making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 is presented in 8 parts. Each part gives an in depth view of one aspect of creating the movie. You can see how special effects were used; costumes and make-up was done; all about the casting and location of the movie; and much more. This is done by interviews with the cast and crew as well as with fragments from the movie and images from behind the scenes. - Walking through Fire: Concluding the Saga (13:07) - Real or Not Real: Visual Design (9:57) - High Value Targets: The Acting Ensemble (16:33) - From Head to Toe: Costumes, Make-up and Hair (13:38) - Navigation the Minefield: Production in Atlanta, Paris and Berlin (13:06) - Collateral Damage: Stunts, Special Effects and Weapons (18:04) - Tightening the Noose: The Post-production Process (28:43) - A Different World: Reflection (22:33).
Pawns No More: The Making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2
2016
NRThis documentary is a fascinating journey through the world of comics, with particular attention paid to the X-Men, that should satisfy both fans and newcomers alike.
Generation X: The Comic Book Origin of X-Men
2006
Making Of featurette including interviews with crew and cast.
The Light and The Dark: The Making of Face/Off
2007
7.5Predator or Prey: Making The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes is a feature-length documentary film about the making of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. It is only included with purchases of the film in 4K UHD or on Blu-ray.
Predator or Prey: Making The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
2024
NRThree directors (Curtis Hanson, Martin Scorsese and John Milius) discuss the movie "The Searchers."
The Searchers: An Appreciation
2006
6.4An incredibly in depth and informative compendium of nine featurettes that address virtually every aspect of the film, from the adaptive process through the special effects, stunts and production design. There are a number of really well done interviews with most of the principal cast and crew.
Surviving the Game: Making The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
2014
7.4Cast and crew speak on adapting One Shot as the first Jack Reacher film, casting Tom Cruise, earning Lee Child's blessing, additional character qualities and the performances that shape them, Lee Child's cameo in the film, and shooting the film's climax.
Jack Reacher: When the Man Comes Around
2013
7.4Cast and crew speak on adapting One Shot as the first Jack Reacher film, casting Tom Cruise, earning Lee Child's blessing, additional character qualities and the performances that shape them, Lee Child's cameo in the film, and shooting the film's climax.
Jack Reacher: When the Man Comes Around
2013
3.5The cast and crew of the 2011 film 'Warrior' discuss the movie making process and the themes explored in the film.
Redemption: Bringing Warrior to Life
2011
3.5The cast and crew of the 2011 film 'Warrior' discuss the movie making process and the themes explored in the film.
Redemption: Bringing Warrior to Life
2011
6.9A look behind the scenes of Rober Eggers' film "The Lighthouse" (2019).
The Lighthouse: A Dark & Stormy Tale
2020
6.9A look behind the scenes of Rober Eggers' film "The Lighthouse" (2019).
The Lighthouse: A Dark & Stormy Tale
2020
6.0This documentary features interviews which get into some of the philosophical as well as the technical issues confronting the filmmakers behind Alex Garland's 2014 science fiction film 'Ex Machina'.
Through the Looking Glass: Making 'Ex Machina'
2015
5.2A featurette where Ari Aster and the cast break down the story and give us a behind the scenes look at the making of the film. It gives a fascinating look inside Ari Aster’s mind, and the detail put into production.
Let the Festivities Begin: Manifesting Midsommar
2019
7.0The making of 'The Truman Show'.
How's It Going to End - The Making of 'The Truman Show'
2005
8.0The astonishing story of the genesis, production, worldwide success, and legacy of King Kong (1933), directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack, a landmark of cinema, one of the most influential motion pictures in history.
RKO Production 601: The Making of “Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World”
2008
6.5A documentary on the life of Jack Kirby, co-creator of Captain America, The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor, The Avengers, The Hulk, The X-Men and the New Gods, among other classic comic book superheroes.
Jack Kirby: Story Teller
2007
8.0A documentary about the creation of Beavis and Butt-Head.
Taint of Greatness: The Journey of Beavis and Butt-Head
2005
5.8A three-part retrospective with notes from Gibson, Wallace, producers Bruce Davey and Alan Ladd, Jr., unit manager Kevin de la Noy, cinematographer John Toll, and 2nd unit director/stunt coordinator Mic Rodgers. The show looks at the project's development from the Gibson/studio point of view, Gibson's work as director and the challenges of doing "double duty" as an actor, editing and music, sets and locations, logistics, stunts and action scenes, and various other production concerns.
Alba Gu Brath! The Making of 'Braveheart'
2007
5.8A three-part retrospective with notes from Gibson, Wallace, producers Bruce Davey and Alan Ladd, Jr., unit manager Kevin de la Noy, cinematographer John Toll, and 2nd unit director/stunt coordinator Mic Rodgers. The show looks at the project's development from the Gibson/studio point of view, Gibson's work as director and the challenges of doing "double duty" as an actor, editing and music, sets and locations, logistics, stunts and action scenes, and various other production concerns.
Alba Gu Brath! The Making of 'Braveheart'
2007
6.0A behind the scenes look at Uncut Gems (2019) by the Safdie Brothers with interviews from the cast and more.
Money on the Street: The Making of Uncut Gems
2020
6.0A behind the scenes look at Uncut Gems (2019) by the Safdie Brothers with interviews from the cast and more.
Money on the Street: The Making of Uncut Gems
2020
NRThe Making of 'Kick Ass'
A New Kind of Superhero: The Making of 'Kick Ass'
2010
NRDocumentary about a legend in the field of comics and animation, Alex Toth.
Simplicity: The Life and Art of Alex Toth
2007
NRDocumentary about a legend in the field of comics and animation, Alex Toth.
Simplicity: The Life and Art of Alex Toth
2007
NRDocumentary about a legend in the field of comics and animation, Alex Toth.
Simplicity: The Life and Art of Alex Toth
2007
A seven-part "making-of" documentary featuring Jon Favreau, visual effects supervisor John Nelson, Embassy VFS supervisor Winston Helgason, 3D artist Paul Copeland, lead 3D artist Michael Blackburn, Orphanage VFX supervisor Jonathan Rothbart, visualization/HUD effects supervisor Kent Seki, HUD design supervisor Dav Rauch, ILM VFX supervisor Ben Snow, animation director Hal Hickel, view painter Ron Woodall, model supervisor Bruce Holcomb, VFX art director Aaron McBride, composing supervisor Jeff Sutherland, and technical director Philippe Rebours. It visits the three effects studios that handled Iron Man - The Embassy, The Orphanage, and ILM - and examines what each one did for the film. It goes through the appropriate effects topics in a solid manner that gives us a good idea of the challenges and their solutions.
Wired: The Visual Effects of Iron Man
2008
