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Disney's Apes Film Nominated for 2025 Visual Effects Oscar

2/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Disney's "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" has earned a nomination for the 2025 Academy Award for visual effects, a testament to the franchise's enduring legacy. The story centers on young chimpanzee Noa and orangutan Raka as they journey through a world transformed after Caesar. Cutting-edge motion capture technology brings their emotions to life, highlighting the remarkable evolution of ape animation.

History

Historical Context

Disney's "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" showcases advanced motion capture technology, reminiscent of the evolution seen since the 1915 invention of rotoscoping by Max Fleischer. This technique, initially used for animation, has transformed into sophisticated CGI, revolutionizing visual effects in films like "Jurassic Park" and "Avatar." The current nomination reflects the franchise's legacy and the ongoing innovation in cinematic technology.

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Story summary

Disney's "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" has earned a nomination for the 2025 Academy Award for visual effects, a testament to the franchise's enduring legacy. The story centers on young chimpanzee Noa and orangutan Raka as they journey through a world transformed after Caesar. Cutting-edge motion capture technology brings their emotions to life, highlighting the remarkable evolution of ape animation.

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