A Peek Behind The Curtain
Film sets buzz with different energy you never see in theaters. Directors wave their hands while actors wait patiently. However, it is rightly said that the best movie magic stays invisible unless you look closely.
La La Land (2016)
The 2016 musical La La Land is a romantic comedy-drama directed by Damien Chazelle. As we can see here, the director is capturing the opening number, "Another Day of Sun" for the film on his iPhone during early rehearsals.
La La Land - Behind the Scenes Traffic - In Cinemas Now by LionsgateFilmsUK
Get Out (2017)
Jordan Peele explains to Daniel Kaluuya before the haunting party scene. It is said that he provided significant guidance to Kaluuya for the same in Get Out. Chris (Kaluuya) is introduced to Rose's extended family and friends.
Go Behind the Scenes of Get Out (2017) by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
Black Panther (2018)
The intense hand-to-hand combat scene between Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa (Black Panther) and Michael B. Jordan’s Erik Killmonger is one of the movie’s most iconic moments. Look at Chadwick Boseman and Micheal B Jordan getting ready to face off.
Black Panther - Behind the Scenes by Vfx Breakdown
The Shape Of Water (2017)
Doug Jones underwent an intricate transformation process to become the amphibian man in The Shape of Water. His preparation involved sitting in the makeup chair for three hours each day, where prosthetics and the suit were carefully applied.
The Shape Of Water Making of Featurettes (2017) by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
Interstellar (2014)
Christopher Nolan meticulously explained the famous docking scene in Interstellar to his crew and cinematographer. He emphasized realism and tension. This image is one such instance. Nolan used a motion base for the Ranger spacecraft.
Ghostbuster (1984)
In the making of Ghostbusters, creating movable ghosts and monsters involved a combination of practical effects, puppetry, and animatronics. This undoubtedly showcased the ingenuity of the crew, as seen right here.
GHOSTBUSTERS Behind The Scenes (1984) by JoBlo Behind-the-Scenes + Bloopers
Wonder Woman (2017)
This "No Man's Land" scene in Wonder Woman shows Diana (Gal Gadot) stepping into her role as Wonder Woman. Filming such a sequence required immense effort and detailed planning, as it was a technical challenge and a pivotal moment in the story.
The Making of 'Wonder Woman' Behind The Scenes by Flashback FilmMaking
Dunkirk (2017)
Nolan and his crew achieved groundbreaking technical feats while shooting. This included mounting massive IMAX cameras on planes to capture authentic aerial dogfights. Due to their size and complexity, IMAX cameras weighed over 50 pounds.
Dunkirk The Dunkirk Spirit Featurette (2018) by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
During the production of Blade Runner 2049, director Denis Villeneuve was often seen meticulously explaining shots to his cast and crew. Here, we can see him explaining a shot to Ana de Armas and Ryan Gosling.
A Star Is Born (2018)
That’s Bradley Cooper doing his thing right there. Cooper made his directorial debut with the romantic drama A Star Is Born, which was released in 2018. It stars him as Jackson Maine, a seasoned musician battling addiction.
A STAR IS BORN (2018) | Making A Star Is Born Featurette by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
The Lion King (2019)
Animation supervisors played a critical role in the making of The Lion King. Their role was mainly to review and refine the outputs of animated scenes to achieve the film's groundbreaking photorealistic visuals.
How 'The Lion King' Remake Was Animated | Movies Insider by Insider
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (2019)
Have a look at the two lead actors, Leo and Brad, engage in a conversation as the crew prepares for their shot. Such moments highlighted their collaboration and commitment to bringing their characters, Dalton and Booth, to life.
Finding Nemo (2003)
As this picture shows, the concerned animators went scuba diving to witness the exact movements of the fish so they could be used in the animation. These trips ranged from California waters to underwater caves in Hawaii.
Finding Nemo (2003) - The Making Of by LightsCameraActionThe Revenant (2015)
Of course, you remember that bear attack scene in The Revenant. The scene did not involve a real bear. Instead, stuntman Glenn Ennis wore a blue suit with a bear head for rehearsals, which was later replaced by CGI.
The Revenant | Makeup Featurette [HD] | 20th Century FOX by 20th Century Studios
Pacific Rim (2013)
Pacific Rim was released in 2013. The main actors who performed as Jaeger pilots (shown above) were Charlie Hunnam (Raleigh Becket) and Rinko Kikuchi (Mako Mori). Max Martini and Robert Kazinsky also acted as Herc and Chuck Hansen.
Pacific Rim (2013) - Behind The Scenes [HD] by Roadshow Films
Sicario (2015)
In Sicario, lead actor Benicio del Toro collaborated closely with director Denis Villeneuve. He even discussed the decision to significantly reduce his character's dialogue to enhance the film's tension and moral ambiguity.
Zootopia (2016)
Ginnifer Goodwin, the voice behind Judy Hopps in Zootopia (2016), shared behind-the-scenes insights about her role. These were inclusive of recording sessions that spanned years, as well as adapting to changes in the film's story.
Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014)
Matthew Vaughn directed the challenging underwater dormitory scene here. The set was built above a large water tank, and the actors had to perform while the set gradually submerged. At the start, the sequence even faced technical issues.
1917 (2019)
For the intense single-shot battle scenes in 1917, the camera crew employed innovative techniques to create the illusion of one continuous take. The operators had to rehearse their movements alongside the actors, timing their steps precisely.
1917: How They Made The Groundbreaking camera Work Happen [EXCLUSIVE] by Screen Rant Plus
Shutter Island (2010)
Spot as director Martin Scorsese explains a scene to Leo and Mark Ruffalo. Apparently, during the making of Shutter Island, Scorsese worked closely with Leonardo DiCaprio and Ruffalo to craft the film's psychological intensity.
Shutter Island - Behind the scenes by BTSmovies
Deadpool (2016)
Ryan Reynolds, in the famous Deadpool costume, shares a little something with director Tim Miller and crew before the high-octane highway fight scene. This scene is a blend of humor, intense combat, and Deadpool's fourth-wall-breaking commentary.
Deadpool (2016) Behind the Scenes - Full Broll by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
The Greatest Showman (2017)
Hugh Jackman rehearsed extensively for his dance sequences in this movie. He collaborated with choreographer Ashley Wallen. Jackman used to reportedly dedicate up to 10 hours a day to perfect the dance steps, as seen in the movie.
The Greatest Showman Rehearsals Featurette (2017) by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
Arrival (2016)
Arrival (2016) features Amy Adams as linguist Louise Banks. She prepared for the pivotal scenes of communicating with the aliens in a carefully designed set. Here, we see her getting ready for the same.
ARRIVAL | Production Design and Cinematography | Official Behind the Scenes by Paramount Movies
The Conjuring (2013)
In this movie, James Wan used practical effects to craft haunting scenes, including pulling cast members with wires to simulate supernatural forces. This technique added realism to moments like Carolyn Perron's possession.
Go Behind the Scenes of The Conjuring 2 (2016) by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
Fight Club (1999)
Brad Pitt (Tyler Durden) and Edward Norton (the Narrator) rehearsed many intense scenes under Fincher's guidance. Fincher, along with Brad Pitt and others, are seen rehearsing the famous fight club scene. Their first fight in a parking lot is unforgettable.
Fight Club Behind the Scenes | On Location by Featurettes and stuff
Warrior (2011)
During the filming of Warrior, director Gavin O’Connor worked closely with Tom Hardy to convey the intensity of fight scenes. This was particularly true for those highlighting Tommy Riordan's raw, aggressive fighting style.
WARRIOR (2011) | Behind the Scenes Featurette by FilmIsNow Epic Movie Zone
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
E.T. was brought to life using three mechanical puppets and three actors. A 12-year-old boy born without legs or a stuntman would wear the suit when full-body movement was required. A working E.T. can be seen in this BTS.
Raiders Of The Lost Ark (1981)
If you’ve watched the movie, you’ve definitely come across the snake scene taking place in the Well of Souls. Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) and Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen) encounter a pit with thousands of snakes. Those were real ones.
Apocalypse Now (1979)
The use of white paint on extras was intended to symbolize the dehumanization and psychological effects of war. It contributed to the film's exploration of madness and the not-so-visible lines between reality and hallucination.
Super 8mm Behind the Scenes Footage | Apocalypse Now by Special Features Archive
Live And Let Die (1973)
Yes, that’s a real crocodile besides James Bond (Roger Moore). In this sequence, Bond escapes from a small island surrounded by crocodiles running across their backs. Ross Kananga, the proprietor of the crocodile farm, performed the stunt.
Roger Moore - James Bond 007 - Live And Let Die Crocodile Jump Behind The Scenes. by Ellis 007 Bond
Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory (1971)
Behind the scenes, artists and crew members planned shots using these scaled-down models to achieve the desired visual effects and whimsical atmosphere. Production designer Harper Goff created intricate miniature models to visualize key scenes before full-scale set construction.
Behind the Scenes - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory by Movie List
Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011)
Tom Cruise practiced and executed the spectacular Burj Khalifa stunt. It featured him scaling the exterior of the world's tallest building at 2,722 feet in Dubai while filming. The crew built a glass wall to simulate the tower’s exterior.
The Sound Of Music (1965)
Christopher Plummer and Eleanor Parker, along with the rest of the cast, filmed several scenes at picturesque locations around Salzburg, Austria. We see Captain von Trapp and Baroness Elsa Schraeder at the lake.
Christopher Plummer on Set of The Sound of Music (1964) by The Julie Andrews Archive
Gone With The Wind (1939)
Gone With the Wind brought us Olivia de Havilland, who played Melanie Hamilton. She can be seen taking notes from Susan Myrick, the film's dialect coach. Myrick was instrumental in helping the cast, particularly those with British backgrounds.
Selznick International Pictures, Wikimedia Commons
Psycho (1960)
Hitchcock provided precise instructions to his actors, often breaking down scenes into small, controlled moments. For example, while filming Crane's interactions with Norman Bates, he guided Perkins in balancing Norman's unsettling charm with hints of his darker side.
Shamley Productions, Paramount Pictures, Wikimedia Commons
Fast And Furious 7 (2015)
Tyrese Gibson, as Pearce, delivered one of the franchise's most memorable moments in the "parachuting cars" scene. This sequence involved the Toretto crew dropping their cars from a plane and parachuting onto a winding mountain road to rescue Ramsey.
Behind the Scenes of Fast & Furious 7 VFX by animation boss
Batman Returns (1992)
Tim Burton worked closely with Michelle Pfeiffer to shape her portrayal of Selina Kyle/Catwoman. Behind the scenes, Burton was known for his detailed and imaginative direction, particularly in helping Pfeiffer maintain her character's duality.
BATMAN Returns Making Of The Movie Documentary by SUPERFANDOM
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Just look at Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman as they ease of a little in-between takes in the Jail set. The prison environment, which was primarily filmed at the Ohio State Reformatory, was described as oppressive.
Shawshank Redemption 1994 Making of & Behind the Scenes by DVDFilmBonus
Transformers (2007)
While real-life functioning Transformers like Optimus Prime remain a technological impossibility due to engineering challenges, the crew used innovative techniques to bring these characters to life on screen. Here are some crew members assembling a life-size transformer.
Transformers 2007 Behind The Scenes Part 4 HD by Transformers Behind The Scenes
Men In Black (1997)
Vincent D’Onofrio delivers a standout performance as Edgar, a farmer whose body is taken over by an alien cockroach. Behind the scenes, the actor, director Barry Sonnenfeld, and legendary makeup artist Rick Baker collaborated to transform him into the grotesque “Edgar suit”.
Making of Men in Black 1997 by That's Entertainment
King Kong (2005)
Throwback to May 2005. In the film, Andy Serkis played the titular character. Directed by Peter Jackson, the film utilized Serkis’s expertise in performance capture, which he had previously demonstrated as Gollum in The Lord of the Rings.
West Side Story (2021)
Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort rehearsed well for the iconic "Dance at the Gym" scene. Here, their characters, Maria and Tony, meet for the first time. Apparently, Zegler often joked about her height difference with Elgort during rehearsals.
West Side Story | Behind-the-scenes featurette by WhatsOnStage
Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
Peik Lin Goh (Awkwafina) is talking to her best friend, Rachel Chu (Constance Wu), in the wardrobe scene. This moment occurs as Peik Lin helps Rachel prepare for the extravagant wedding in Singapore. The cast of the movie has a little fun BTS moment.
Crazy Rich Asians 2018 Making of & Behind the Scenes + Deleted scenes by DVDFilmBonus
Parasite (2019)
This is one of the most intense scenes, which takes place when Ki-Jung (Park So-dam) is in the car with Yun (the driver). She is basically scheming to get rid of Yun for the wealthy Park family. This is how the shot looked before effects.
Parasite Before and After Special Effects - Best Compilation by Backstage
