‘Soul’: Why Pixar’s Innovative Animated Feature Deserves a VFX Oscar Nomination
If “Soul” gets nominated for its unique VFX, it would be a first for Pixar and a breakthrough for the CG animation industry.
If “Soul” gets nominated for its unique VFX, it would be a first for Pixar and a breakthrough for the CG animation industry.
Other nominations went to “Mank,” “Da 5 Bloods,” and “One Night in Miami.”
Fincher used retro VFX techniques powered by digital tech (including matte paintings and LED screens for rear projection).
Without Hollywood’s usual VFX blockbusters, “The Mandalorian” grabbed 13 nominations, followed by “Soul” with five.
“Greyhound” and “The Trial of the Chicago 7” are also in, but “Tenet” is out.
Frontrunner “Sound of Metal” and “News of the World” each scored three nominations as they fight for the Oscar.
Regina King’s variety in staging and use of multi-cameras freed Anwar to maintain intimacy, and constantly change perspective.
As Anthony Hopkins’ character loses track of his surroundings, Francis’ work became a key storytelling device — and the highlight of his career.
Other nominees include “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” “The Queen’s Gambit,” and “Soul.”
The Oscar-winning composer experimented with unique musical inversion techniques, including manipulating guitar sounds and Nolan’s breath.
The costumes were all about the friendship between Malcolm X, Cassius Clay, Sam Cooke, and Jim Brown.
Greengrass and editor William Goldenberg faced unusual challenges while figuring out the rhythms of their first western.