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Explaining the Special Effects Behind Transformers

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the robots-in-disguise dept.

ntmokey writes "Popular Mechanics has an in-depth look at the special effects behind the Transformers movie, including some exclusive shots from Paramount Pictures. Apparently, using real cars as models presented some interesting problems for the folks at Industrial Light and Magic, who had to figure out how a recognizable chunk of steel can fold into robot. In the end, the solution was the development team getting hands-on in the auto shop. And lots of grease."

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  1. Independence Day by Adolf+Hitroll · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    Answer this post if you think the American people is great (so we know whom to shoot).

    (and yes: anime suck, so do the transformers)

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    Smile, don't click...
  2. USA! USA! USA! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    George W. Bush.

    Best. President. Ever.

    Tell me, in what nation do you reside? I'll see if I can get you on our list of countries to blow the fuck up. A fair warning, though; the list is pretty long and there is a lengthy waiting period, so I can't make any promises.