Mind-Blowing Ways CGI is Revolutionizing Filmmaking (And You Won’t Believe #5!)

Reviewed by:  Karan Bhasin

Written by:  Aquib Nawab

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1. De-Aging Actors Seamlessly

In Zero (2018), Shahrukh Khan played a vertically challenged character. Through CGI, Khan's facial features were subtly de-aged to make him appear younger and more vibrant, matching the character's youthful energy.

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2. Epic Battles, Zero Risk

CGI allows creation of massive, dangerous battle scenes without putting anyone in harm’s way.  For example, in Avengers: Endgame, CGI was used to create the final battle between the Avengers and Thanos’s army.

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3. Photorealistic Worlds 

It creates hyper-realistic environments, crafting entire worlds that feel more real than ever. From alien planets to ancient cities, filmmakers can now build anything their imagination conjures.

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4. Hyper-Realistic Animals

Movies like Jurassic Park use CGI to bring dinosaurs to life, delivering stunning visuals without relying on animatronics or practical effects alone. This approach enhances creativity while reducing the challenges of physical production.

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5. Bringing Back the Dead

CGI can resurrect deceased actors, allowing them to appear in new films long after they’ve passed. Christopher Reeve, who passed away in 2004 at 52, was digitally brought back in the 2023 film The Flash.

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6. Superhero Power & Action

Superheroes now have more dynamic abilities than ever thanks to CGI. From flying to time manipulation, CGI makes the impossible possible, taking comic book powers to the next level of realism.

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7. Interactive 3D Hologram

It is now bringing interactive holograms to life, allowing for more immersive storytelling. Audiences can engage with 3D characters and scenes, offering a new level of interaction in cinema.

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8. Immersive VR Filmmaking

CGI combines with VR to create immersive 360-degree worlds where viewers can step into the action. This tech transforms passive viewing into a full sensory experience, redefining how stories are told.

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