MUMBAI: A new company had been incorporated in India, and not just any company—it’s one that promises to reshape the creative industries. Named the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT), it officially came into existence on 25 December 2024. The IICT has been established as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, which means…
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 British Academy of Film and Television Arts ( BAFTA ) has revealed its longlist for the Special Visual Effects category, spotlighting the year’s most innovative and breathtaking cinematic achievements. These films exemplify the cutting-edge artistry that continues to redefine storytelling through visual effects. Visual Effects Beetlejuice, BeetlejuiceAlien: RomulusFuriosa: A Mad Max SagaGladiator IIKingdom of…
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…
By the early 2000s, New Zealand had firmly claimed its spot on Hollywood’s map, thanks to Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The films didn’t just win Oscars—they turned the country’s jaw-dropping landscapes, cutting-edge production facilities, and cost-effective workforce into irresistible selling points for international filmmakers. Fast-forward to 2010, and New Zealand was…
Starting January 1, 2025, VFX expenditure under the AVEC will benefit from a substantial uplift in tax rebates, increasing from 25.5% to 29.25% net after tax. This rebate is exempt from the overall 80% cap on the total budget eligible for UK tax relief. This enhancement allows productions to claim: All VFX activity must be…
PFTrack has announced the release of version 24.12.19, packed with powerful new features and performance enhancements to streamline workflows for VFX professionals. This update leverages cutting-edge machine learning, improved depth map creation, and user-friendly tools to deliver faster and more precise results. Key Features of PFTrack 24.12.19 Why It Matters With these updates, PFTrack version…
Check invisible visual effects in Netflix’s series La Palma. Haymaker is a premiere visual effects studio based in Gothenburg, Sweden and in Los Angeles, California Check out Haymaker more info about La Palma on Haymaker website.
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…
In the early 1990s, a seemingly ordinary dinner at Skywalker Ranch, George Lucas’s legendary creative hub, sets the stage for a tale of rebellion and innovation in the world of visual effects. Scott Ross, a prominent figure in the VFX industry, hosts the dinner for a select group of Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) employees,…
