Deadline is reporting on hundreds more layoffs incoming at one of the VFX top firms, Dneg, which is the VFX company behind major blockbusters like Dune: Part Two, Oppenheimer, The Last of Us, and many more. Because of AI?
no. of VFX Artists per mega project Dneg: Top-tier VFX company
Dneg (formerly known as Double Negative and stylized as D N E G) is a British visual effects, computer animation, and stereo conversion studio that was founded in 1998 in London, and rebranded as Dneg in 2014 after a merger with an Indian VFX company Prime Focus; it was named after the letters “D” and “Neg” from their former name. The company has received seven Academy Awards for its work on the films Inception, Interstellar, Ex Machina, Blade Runner 2049, First Man, Tenet, and Dune. In addition, Dneg has received BAFTA awards for Inception, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2,...
no. of VFX Artists per mega project Dneg: Top-tier VFX company
Dneg (formerly known as Double Negative and stylized as D N E G) is a British visual effects, computer animation, and stereo conversion studio that was founded in 1998 in London, and rebranded as Dneg in 2014 after a merger with an Indian VFX company Prime Focus; it was named after the letters “D” and “Neg” from their former name. The company has received seven Academy Awards for its work on the films Inception, Interstellar, Ex Machina, Blade Runner 2049, First Man, Tenet, and Dune. In addition, Dneg has received BAFTA awards for Inception, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Yossy Mendelovich
- YMCinema
“Dances With Wolves” actor Nathan Lee Chasing His Horse, also known as Nathan Chasing Horse, was ordered held without bail until his next hearing by a Nevada judge Thursday.
The former actor, age 46, has been accused of sex trafficking, sexual assault against a child younger than 16 and child abuse while allegedly leading a cult. He was arrested on Tuesday afternoon near the North Las Vegas home which he shares with his five wives.
Best known for his role as Sioux tribe member Smiles a Lot in Kevin Costner’s Oscar-winning blockbuster “Dances with Wolves,” Chasing Horse was born in on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. He followed up that role with parts in “The Broken Chain,” “Into the West” and “Dreamkeeper.”
He did not speak during his first courtroom appearance before Justice of the Peace Belinda Harris scheduled a bail hearing for Monday, according to an Associated Press report.
The former actor, age 46, has been accused of sex trafficking, sexual assault against a child younger than 16 and child abuse while allegedly leading a cult. He was arrested on Tuesday afternoon near the North Las Vegas home which he shares with his five wives.
Best known for his role as Sioux tribe member Smiles a Lot in Kevin Costner’s Oscar-winning blockbuster “Dances with Wolves,” Chasing Horse was born in on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. He followed up that role with parts in “The Broken Chain,” “Into the West” and “Dreamkeeper.”
He did not speak during his first courtroom appearance before Justice of the Peace Belinda Harris scheduled a bail hearing for Monday, according to an Associated Press report.
- 2/3/2023
- by Scott Mendelson
- The Wrap
“One of the great things about this film for me was how much was achieved practically, in camera,” explains “No Time to Die” visual effects supervisor Charlie Noble. While Noble handled the digital realm, the man responsible for those stunning practical effects is production special effects supervisor, Chris Corbould. These two artists were vital in bringing James Bond’s intense action sequences to life, though both of them will be the first to tell you: no matter how much adrenaline or explosions are pumped into a scene, it’s all about emotion. Watch the exclusive video interview above.
“No Time to Die” marks a special full circle moment for the Bond series, and Corbould in particular. This is the fifteenth 007 outing that the effects master has worked on, going all the way back to “The Spy Who Loved Me” in 1977. In a unique twist, “No Time to Die” is...
“No Time to Die” marks a special full circle moment for the Bond series, and Corbould in particular. This is the fifteenth 007 outing that the effects master has worked on, going all the way back to “The Spy Who Loved Me” in 1977. In a unique twist, “No Time to Die” is...
- 3/4/2022
- by Sam Eckmann
- Gold Derby
The History of Metal and Horror explores the overlapping interest in both heavy metal and the horror genre. Take a gander at the second promo for the project as well as some more info on the documentary. Also in today’s Highlights: Tales from the Dead Zone production and casting details and a look at the lineup for the 3rd Annual Philip K. Dick European Sci-Fi Film Festival.
The History of Metal and Horror Indiegogo Details: From Indiegogo: “The History of Metal and Horror is a documentary which explores the evolution of both heavy metal and horror and how the two genres have merged over time. It is common for fans of metal to be fans of horror, and vice versa.
This documentary contains the following:
An exploration into the evolution of both heavy metal and horror by historians, authors, and other experts. Commentary from horror icons, explaining how their films have influenced both genres.
The History of Metal and Horror Indiegogo Details: From Indiegogo: “The History of Metal and Horror is a documentary which explores the evolution of both heavy metal and horror and how the two genres have merged over time. It is common for fans of metal to be fans of horror, and vice versa.
This documentary contains the following:
An exploration into the evolution of both heavy metal and horror by historians, authors, and other experts. Commentary from horror icons, explaining how their films have influenced both genres.
- 9/1/2016
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Misty Upham found dead in Seattle suburb (photo: Misty Upham and Juliette Lewis) Actress Misty Upham, who had gone missing since October 6, 2014, was found dead on Thursday, October 16, in a wooded area along the White River in suburban Seattle. The cause and time of death remain unclear. Best known for her roles in Frozen River, which earned her an Independent Spirit Award nomination, and August: Osage County, Upham was 32. According to a statement her father, Charles Upham, sent to media outlets, Misty Upham was last seen on October 5, walking from her sister's apartment in Muckleshoot, Washington. Her father added that she suffered from bipolar disorder and had bouts of depression and anxiety — she had gone missing in the past — but said he didn't believe she was suicidal. "The truth is Misty is not stressed over money or career. Her career is going great," he wrote last Sunday, October 12. "As her...
- 10/17/2014
- by Anna Robinson
- Alt Film Guide
In “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse,” Chaske Spencer reprises his role as Sam, introduced in last year’s “The Twilight Saga: New Moon.” “I like to figure out characters and situations … try and find myself in the role,” Spencer says of his acting style in the deep and slightly raspy voice that perhaps made him a natural choice for the older and more mature Sam.
In addition to his role in the “Twilight” saga, Spencer appeared in the 2003 movie “DreamKeeper” and Steven Spielberg’s 2005 television miniseries “Into the West,” playing Native-American characters in both. In fact, nearly all his roles, “Twilight” series included, have been Native-American characters.
“All I was allowed to play before were Native Americans,” says Spencer, a Lakota Sioux, who added that he is just now being offered roles that are not Native-American-specific. While there are not many Native-American actors working in Hollywood, there are even fewer roles available,...
In addition to his role in the “Twilight” saga, Spencer appeared in the 2003 movie “DreamKeeper” and Steven Spielberg’s 2005 television miniseries “Into the West,” playing Native-American characters in both. In fact, nearly all his roles, “Twilight” series included, have been Native-American characters.
“All I was allowed to play before were Native Americans,” says Spencer, a Lakota Sioux, who added that he is just now being offered roles that are not Native-American-specific. While there are not many Native-American actors working in Hollywood, there are even fewer roles available,...
- 6/28/2010
- Moving Pictures Magazine
With his work as Billy Black in The Twilight Saga: New Moon and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, Gil Birmingham ... has appeared in more than 40 film and television productions. Most recently, Birmingham generated public acclaim for his portrayal as Billy Black in Twilight, based on the best-selling book series by Stephenie Meyer. His TV and screen credits include appearances in End of the Spear, Dreamkeeper, Skins, Gentle Ben, The Doe Boy, Love's Long Journey, Nip/Tuck, 10 Items or Less, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Veronica Mars and Body & Soul. In 2005, his powerful portrayal of Dogstar in Steven Spielberg's six-part TV miniseries, Into the West, captured the attention of audiences worldwide. Birmingham recently finished filming The Love Ranch, starring Helen Mirren and Joe Pesci, directed by Taylor Hackford, and he will return as Billy Black in the Twilight sequel, New Moon, scheduled for release in November 2009. He also just completed Rango, an...
- 10/29/2009
- by thetwilightexaminer
- Twilight Examiner
Today, The Twilight Saga: New Moon star Gil Birmingham has turned 43. Born on July 13, 1966, Birmingham began his career in acting when he was about twenty years old - where he starred as police officer in an episode of Riptide. Ever since, Birmingham has appeared in more than a dozen television series (including Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, The Wild Thornberrys, V.I.P., Oz, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Charmed, Veronica Mars, 10 Items Or Less, and Nip/Tuck). Before appearing as Billy Black in 2008's Twilight, Birmingham also did quite a few films as well. Birmingham's earliest film was House II: The Second Story, and he has sinced appeared in films such as Gentle Ben, Gentle Ben 2: Danger On The Mountain, DreamKeeper, Love's Long Journey, Le Jaguar, The Doe Boy, Skins, End Of The Spear, Night At The Museum, Cosmic Radio, Turok: Son Of Stone, and California Indian. Since Twilight, Birmingham...
- 7/13/2009
- by thetwilightexaminer
- Twilight Examiner
Cast director for New Moon, sequel to Twilight, has released the names of several actors taking posts in New Moon. As "Sam Uley," we have Chaske Spencer, whose resume includes parts on DreamKeeper, Red Dead Revolver, and Skins (pictured right). As "Quil," we have relative unknown Tyson Houseman (not pictured). As "Paul," it's Alex Meraz, good looking and well-built actor in The New World and Two Spirits, One Journey (pictured left). The part of "Embry" will be played by Kiowa Gordon (not pictured), another relative unknown. Also, we now know that Bronson Pelletier, whose part was unknown before, will be playing Jared.
- 3/19/2009
- by thetwilightexaminer
- Twilight Examiner
Jacob Black finally got his own entourage! Twilight was always about Edward and the Cullen but in The Twilight Saga: New Moon get ready for Jacob and his wolf pack to take over. We have rounded up the wolf pack and dug up all the information we could find about the new cast members. Come check out who will be playing Sam Uley, Emily Young, Embry Call and Quil Ateara. Meet the Wolf Pack Sam Uley- Chaske Spencer Chaske means "first born son" and this small town actor grew up on reservations and small towns in Montana and Idaho. The Gun n' Roses freak took to heavy metal drums in High School and has yet to drop the sticks. After high school, the actor bought himself a one way ticket to New York City with a pocket full of cash and tried to luck on the Great White Way. Scoring...
- 3/18/2009
- by cjoyce@corp.popstar.com (Colleen Joyce)
- ScreenStar
CANNES -- Robert Halmi Sr., veteran producer and chairman of the board of Hallmark Entertainment, has bought movie rights to Time's Eye, the latest book by science fiction futurist Arthur C. Clarke. Halmi has already signed Steve Barron (Dream Keeper, Arabian Nights and Merlin) as director and has plans to film the movie in India. Unveiling the deal at MIPTV here, Halmi said in an interview: "I'm in a hurry. ... I'm over 80 years old now, so time is limited, and I have a few stories to tell, so I am working a little bit harder now than in the past." Halmi is being honored with a lifetime achievement award today at MIPTV.
- 3/30/2004
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
EOS buys Beta
CANNES -- Following months of negotiations and a flurry of (mainly false) rumors, Jan Mojto's EOS Distribution has acquired Beta Film, the international rights arm of bankrupt KirchMedia, it was announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE Halmi buys 'Eye'
CANNES -- Robert Halmi Sr., veteran producer and chairman of the board of Hallmark Entertainment, has bought movie rights to Time's Eye, the latest book by science fiction futurist Arthur C. Clarke. Halmi has already signed Steve Barron (Dream Keeper, Arabian Nights and Merlin) as director and has plans to film the movie in India. MORE NBC's 'Diana' hot
CANNES -- NBC Enterprises on Monday launched its exclusive two-part documentary Princess Diana: The Secret Tapes, which offers a unique chance to hear the late princess tell some of her own story from beyond the grave. MORE EU rethinks product
CANNES -- The European Commission indicated Monday that it is poised to relax rules on product placement on television, which would open up a multimillion-dollar source of fresh financing for the continent's cash-hungry producers.MORE Russian syndie future
MOSCOW -- Russian television executives are sure to have a busy dance card this week at MIPTV in Cannes, despite the fact that they don't have much to spend and they are not aggressively looking to make huge program acquisitions -- at least not yet. MORE Fremantle hires pair
CANNES -- FremantleMedia North America CEO Tom Gutteridge said Monday in an interview that he has hired two executives as part of a bid to grow the company's production and development presence in formats in the United States into "an interesting and powerful force." MORE EM.TV, RTV pact
CANNES -- EM.TV has signed an extensive sales cooperation deal with fellow German kids television production firm RTV that gives EM.TV sales rights to all RTV product for most international territories outside of the United States and Western Europe, the two companies announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE Mondo deal
CANNES -- Leading Italian independent producer-distributor Mondo TV has inked a $14 million agreement for co-production and licensing of four new cartoon series with India's Padmalaya Telefilms. MORE 'Dragon' deal
TORONTO -- In a MIPTV deal, Nelvana said it will co-produce the computer-generated cartoon series Jane and the Dragon with Weta Workshop, whose animators created J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth in the Lord of the Rings movie franchise and are working on the upcoming King Kong project. MORE China, Zone deal
CANNES -- Netherlands-based distributor Zone Vision has signed a deal with CCTV-9, the English-language division of China's state-run broadcaster China Central Television, to sell CCTV-9 programming worldwide, Mark David, Zone Vision's senior vp sales and marketing, announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE...
CANNES -- Following months of negotiations and a flurry of (mainly false) rumors, Jan Mojto's EOS Distribution has acquired Beta Film, the international rights arm of bankrupt KirchMedia, it was announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE Halmi buys 'Eye'
CANNES -- Robert Halmi Sr., veteran producer and chairman of the board of Hallmark Entertainment, has bought movie rights to Time's Eye, the latest book by science fiction futurist Arthur C. Clarke. Halmi has already signed Steve Barron (Dream Keeper, Arabian Nights and Merlin) as director and has plans to film the movie in India. MORE NBC's 'Diana' hot
CANNES -- NBC Enterprises on Monday launched its exclusive two-part documentary Princess Diana: The Secret Tapes, which offers a unique chance to hear the late princess tell some of her own story from beyond the grave. MORE EU rethinks product
CANNES -- The European Commission indicated Monday that it is poised to relax rules on product placement on television, which would open up a multimillion-dollar source of fresh financing for the continent's cash-hungry producers.MORE Russian syndie future
MOSCOW -- Russian television executives are sure to have a busy dance card this week at MIPTV in Cannes, despite the fact that they don't have much to spend and they are not aggressively looking to make huge program acquisitions -- at least not yet. MORE Fremantle hires pair
CANNES -- FremantleMedia North America CEO Tom Gutteridge said Monday in an interview that he has hired two executives as part of a bid to grow the company's production and development presence in formats in the United States into "an interesting and powerful force." MORE EM.TV, RTV pact
CANNES -- EM.TV has signed an extensive sales cooperation deal with fellow German kids television production firm RTV that gives EM.TV sales rights to all RTV product for most international territories outside of the United States and Western Europe, the two companies announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE Mondo deal
CANNES -- Leading Italian independent producer-distributor Mondo TV has inked a $14 million agreement for co-production and licensing of four new cartoon series with India's Padmalaya Telefilms. MORE 'Dragon' deal
TORONTO -- In a MIPTV deal, Nelvana said it will co-produce the computer-generated cartoon series Jane and the Dragon with Weta Workshop, whose animators created J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth in the Lord of the Rings movie franchise and are working on the upcoming King Kong project. MORE China, Zone deal
CANNES -- Netherlands-based distributor Zone Vision has signed a deal with CCTV-9, the English-language division of China's state-run broadcaster China Central Television, to sell CCTV-9 programming worldwide, Mark David, Zone Vision's senior vp sales and marketing, announced Monday at MIPTV. MORE...
- 3/30/2004
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Holiday-light viewing levels persisted on Monday despite a few original specials that were sprinkled onto the Big Four networks' rerun-dominated primetime lineups. CBS easily won the night with reruns of its regular Monday slate, anchored by 9 p.m.'s Everybody Loves Raymond (15.1 million, 5.3 rating/14 share in the adults 18-49 demographic) and 10 p.m. drama CSI: Miami (15 million, 5.2/14), according to preliminary estimates from Nielsen Media Research. The two-hour conclusion of ABC's DreamKeeper miniseries was fairly lackluster, drawing 9.3 million viewers and 2.9/8 in 18-49 from 9-11 p.m., preceded at 8 p.m. by the Robin Leach-hosted special Life of Luxury (9.6 million, 3.1/9).
- 12/31/2003
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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