In the month of January, we’re exploring practical effects. David Cronenberg’s The Fly is a great example of innovative effects and the impact practical effects have over CGI. It’s, also, a look into the fear of growing old and having a physical body that will eventually decay. Dive into the plasma pool with us, as we explore The Fly!
Here are some resources we reference in the episode:
The Fly (1986) – Behind the Scenes_Part 1
The Fly: Production Design and Effects
Film School Reject’s 33 Things We Learned from David Cronenberg’s ‘The Fly’ Commentary