Welcome to Behind the Camera
Filmmaking is an artform that combines storytelling with dynamic, visual imagery. It is as timeless as it is global, but that’s not to say it hasn’t changed dramatically over the past century. We’ll look into the computer-generated imagery behind many of today’s theatrical blockbusters, as well as industry methods like chroma keying and motion capture. I’ll also share some of my thoughts, including my film favourites, my thoughts on modern cinema consumption, and my predictions for the future. Together, we’ll pull back the fantastical curtain of Hollywood and see what filmmaking is all about.
Movies
The use of visual effects in film is vast and complex. Audiences often lump all of it into CGI, but this just isn’t the case. VFX is the umbrella term for all the digitally unfolding that happens in post-production. It includes CGI, chroma keying or green screens, motion capture and much more. However, these concepts are not mutually exclusive, and they have many overlapping traits.
Thoughts
Over the course of my filmmaking research, I’ve drawn certain conclusions of my own. In the posts below, I’ll discuss my thoughts on movie consumption and audiences’ engagement, as well as my thoughts on the future prospects of cinema against the backdrop of the streaming age. Also, I’ve assembled a list of my top films, using the categories: best overall, best CGI, most ‘feel-good,’ most odd, most scary, and most nostalgic.
About
My name is Morgan Iskra. I’m eighteen years old and I’m a born-and-raised Yukoner. As a natural introvert, I’ve always enjoyed a good movie and a bowl of popcorn. But my love for movies has taken on a new meaning since the beginning of the pandemic when I got the chance to watch more...