The studio contributed visual effects across multiple episodes of the Netflix fantasy series, including two technically complex fight sequences in Episode 6; work includes choreographed battles, magic, blood, and CG swords.
Milk has shared a VFX breakdown reel highlighting its work on Netflix’s Season 4.You can watch it below.
The studio contributed a range of VFX on the series across multiple episodes, including two technically complex fight sequences in Episode 6.The work includes choreographed battles between Witchers and Mages, which features magic, blood, CG swords, and action-packed visual storytelling.Milk VFX supervisor David Sadler-Coppard and VFX producer Jasmine Ford-Elgood led a team of artists to create 46 shots for the series.
The duo worked closely with production VFX supervisors Sara Bennett (VFX and Post) and Richard Reed (on-set supervision) and production VFX producer David Stephens.Milk’s primary focus was on two epic combat scenes, which required crafted CG sword extensions and sequences with flying magical blades.“We were given scans and references of two distinct hero swords belonging to characters Lambert and Vesemir” said Sadler-Coppard.
“On set, the stunts were shot with dummy sword handles, then Milk’s Assets team created CG blades.We also created clean and bloody texture variations to use as needed.” One of the most technically intricate shots in the sequence involved a continuous, extended take with multiple choreographed magical attacks.On set, actors performed choreographed hand movements to simulate magical combat.
Milk’s VFX team later elevated these performances by adding intricate magical effects that responded to each gesture, transforming simple movements into dynamic and visually striking magical attacks.Beyond the action sequences, Milk’s artists contributed to a wide variety of VFX shots throughout the series.This included environment extensions, creature work, and compositing and lighting.
Check out the VFX breakdown reel here:
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