A Selection of Overlooked Films – Part Seven

Here’s the latest from the Archives of Matte Shot …

I have a broad range of films here today for visual effects analysis, with my usual eclectic grab-bag of cinematic wonders that spread the spectrum from divine British comedy gems; a celebrated Disney family film; a big budget Technicolor historic epic; a long forgotten Fox western; an exceedingly dark ‘anti-hero’ actioner and a surprisingly good Italian remake of a true cinema classic. What’s not to like, I ask you? Artists and technicians such as Percy Day, Bob Cuff, Robert & Dennis Skotak, Al Whitlock, Ralph Hammeras, Harrison Ellenshaw, Tom Howard, Joseph Natanson, Richard Kilroy and Rick Rische are discussed in the following VFX breakdowns.

There’s something for everyone here as I endeavour to cover all manner of motion picture genres and eras, which for those of you having consumed any significant chunk of my near on decade worth of VFX blogs will fully expect, and I sincerely hope, enjoy. In addition to the roster of chosen film titles here I’ve again purchased a new FX book for my collection and reviewed same, and of course there is another of my celebrated Blast From The Past tribute pieces headlining another of the matte shot industry’s usually unsung, though not at all in this case, heroes of the brush trade.

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Matte Shot – a tribute to Golden Era & Traditional Special Effects is a tribute to the artistry and ingenuity of traditional matte painters, this collection celebrates the hand‑crafted movie magic that once shaped cinema — from grand, epic vistas to invisible effects even seasoned viewers might miss. It’s designed for both casual fans and dedicated enthusiasts, offering a renewed appreciation for skills largely forgotten today.