Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast 017 - Fifty Years of ILM
Apr 22, 2025
Join industry legends Lynwen Brennan, Janet Lewin, John Knoll, Rob Coleman, Masa Narita, and Fon Davis as they reflect on 50 years of ILM's groundbreaking visual effects. Discover personal journeys that led them to iconic projects like 'Star Wars' and 'Rogue One'. They discuss the importance of collaboration and innovation, sharing insights on the evolution of digital filmmaking and animation. Hear about their creative challenges and passions that shaped cinematic history—an inspiring dive into the heart of visual storytelling!
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Lynwen's Love for ILM Culture
- Lynwen Brennan fell in love with ILM's culture, calling it a tribe of collaborative risk-takers.
- She was attracted by the enthusiasm and spirit of mavericks within the company.
How Rogue One Got Pitched
- John Knoll pitched Rogue One based on the idea of a desperate mission to steal the Death Star plans.
- His lunchtime pitch snowballed into the actual film greenlight.
Animating Digital Yoda's Fight
- Rob Coleman shared the challenge and triumph of animating digital Yoda's lightsaber pull fight.
- The audience's ecstatic reaction at the first screening was a career highlight.