Disney presents: the making of The Lion King

Abstract

In this production session, VFX Supervisors Robert Legato, ASC and Director of Photography Caleb Deschanel ASC will reveal how they worked with Director Jon Favreau and the VFX and Animation team at MPC Film (Moving Picture Company) to develop a new approach to filmmaking, harnessing the latest filmmaking technologies and creative talent to bring The Lion King to a new generation. As the sole provider of visual effects and animation, the MPC team was led by: MPC VFX supervisors Adam Valdez and Elliot Newman, whom worked closely with Legato, Deschanel and Animation Supervisor Andy Jones, crafting every photo-real frame of the movie.