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M - Il figlio del secolo — VFX
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Year2024
Frame by Frame

Bringing history to life: frame faithfully recreated Mussolini's rise with immersive environments and cinematic realism

M - Il figlio del secolo

by Joe Wright
2024
The series tells the story of Benito Mussolini's rise to power, from the founding of the Italian Fasci of Combat in 1919 to his speech in Parliament on January 3, 1925. The project required sophisticated visual effects to faithfully recreate the era in which the story is set and to enhance the visual impact of the scenes.

Our primary contributions included:

CGI smoke simulation for a malfunctioning biplane engine, enhancing the realism of the aerial sequences.

Set extensions using a blend of matte painting and 3D techniques to expand both interior and exterior environments, immersing viewers in the historical atmosphere.

Integration of a side view from inside a moving train, achieved with studio green screen footage and enriched with realistic backdrops in post-production.

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CG integration
Set extension
Matte painting 
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Beauty
Clean up
Keying
Camera car

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Gunfire and shooting effects, including muzzle flashes and bullet impacts, to amplify the dynamism of combat scenes.

Blood effects enhancement, refining the emotional and visual impact of action sequences.

Rig removal, ensuring flawless execution in scenes filmed with visible technical supports.

Our detailed approach and use of advanced technologies enabled the creation of visually intense environments and moments, perfectly aligned with the production's requirements.

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