Let’s be real: custom nodes are the heart and soul of ComfyUI. There’s basically a node for everything—new open-source models, workflow sharing, gorgeous UI features—you name it. Heck, even ComfyUI-Manager is a custom node. But, with great customization comes great headaches. Custom nodes can cause messy dependency conflicts, eat up your storage with massive downloads,…
The 2025 Oscar VFX Bake-Off is a key event in the journey to the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. It’s part of the process where the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) selects the final nominees for the award. Here’s how it works and why it’s significant: What Happens at the VFX…
A prominent Indian visual effects studio has announced securing new contracts worth INR 27 Crore, strengthening its global presence and financial projections for the upcoming fiscal year. These contracts, set for execution between October and December 2024, are expected to significantly contribute to the company’s projected revenue target of INR 100-110 Crore for the 2024-25…
2024 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for animated films, with studios around the globe delivering stunning visuals, heartwarming stories, and groundbreaking animation techniques. From long-awaited sequels to fresh, imaginative tales, here are the top animated movies of 2024, ranked with short reviews. 10. IF Director John Krasinski’s whimsical exploration of imagination and…
Imagine this: You work for 25 minutes straight—no distractions, no Insta-scrolls, no random deep dives into AI memes. Then, you reward yourself with a 5-minute break. After four rounds (aka Pomodoros), you get a longer break to vibe, snack, or question your life choices. It’s named after a tomato-shaped kitchen timer because, apparently, people in…
Released by Walt Disney Studios in 1954, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill adventure movie—it was an absolute game-changer. The film snagged an Academy Award for its jaw-dropping special effects and earned its place in history as the first Disney feature shot in CinemaScope. Yes, the super wide, dramatic visuals weren’t just…
Blood FX and gore are pivotal for horror to action, adding drama and realism to pivotal scenes. Yet, many viewers complain that modern blood effects feel artificial or distracting. Whether it’s the glossy CGI blood splatter in superhero blockbusters or the overly theatrical crimson streams in low-budget productions, fake blood often struggles to hit the…
Creating detailed 3D meshes just got a whole lot easier with Meshtron by Nvidia Research, a cutting-edge tool that combines smart architecture and innovative techniques to produce artist-quality 3D assets. What Makes Meshtron Special? Meshtron uses a design called the Hourglass Transformer, coupled with sliding window attention, to efficiently generate 3D meshes. Its clever approach…
The Critics Choice Awards, hosted annually by the American-Canadian Critics Choice Association (CCA), continue to celebrate excellence in cinema. For its 30th edition, the awards unveiled an impressive lineup of nominations, spotlighting this year’s standout films and series. Leading the pack are Conclave and Wicked, each securing 11 nominations, including coveted spots in the Best…