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Monday, June 16, 2008 at 12:50PM
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Creativity like Stan's doesn't come along very often.
That's sad. What a great life story he has. I had the privilege of meeting and hearing him speak at a film festival at UVA years ago. What a genius with special fx. RIP.
Like most people I knew he was 'the man', but I just imdb'd him and I had no idea of the scope of his work.
Absolutely tragic.
I'm going to watch The Thing tonight.
Dammit, he was one of the greats.
Its too bad that somebody with as big a contribution to something we love (movies) had to pass on for the point to be illustrated: We are as ethereal as the films we enjoy.
But Mr. Winston definitely left his mark and in doing so impresses us indelibly. And many more of "us" yet to discover his work.
-Gordon
Its too bad that somebody with as big a contribution to something we love (movies) had to pass on for the point to be illustrated: We are as ethereal as the films we enjoy.
But Mr. Winston definitely left his mark and in doing so impresses us indelibly. And many more of "us" yet to discover his work.
-Gordon
Thankfully Stan Winston was an early advocate of Behind the Scenes special features on DVDs, so you can appreciate his contributions and collaborations. The Thing used million dollar animatronics, and yet the dog-turned alien was a handpuppet. Jurrassic Park is one I saw again with him featured in it.
Both BTS on those discs are worthwhile, but look into his filmmography and see what other DVDs have docs on his work. (The Thing also has a special on Albert Whitlock. )
he was the best example of practical effects mixed with computers when necessary. so many great films, ideas and contributions.
he will be missed.
I just want to point out that The Thing was largely Rob Bottin, who is for now still alive and kicking.
Which is not to detract from what has been said about Stan Winston. It takes a truly singular talent to become a household name in a craft as esoteric as creature effects.
With so much going digital now, my fear is that a lot of these arts will be lost as the masters of them pass away. Hopefully Stan Winston Studios will keep his legacy strong.
Stan Winston Studio's work on Jurassic Park is what inspired me to pursue a career in visual effects. I'm sure there are many, many people who could say the same. A sad day.