21 - Pat McClung - Visual Effects Supervisor - TESB, Aliens, Ghostbusters, The Abyss

In this episode of the Filmumentaries podcast, I speak with Patrick McClung, a veteran in the visual effects industry known for his work on iconic films such as Star Wars, Blade Runner, and Ghostbusters. Patrick shares his journey into the world of miniature effects, detailing his early interests, experiences in the military, and eventual entry into the film industry. He discusses the evolution of visual effects, the collaborative nature of filmmaking, and the unique challenges faced during production. The conversation highlights Patrick's passion for building and creating, as well as his insights into the changing landscape of visual effects in cinema. All my links This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you’d like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube: Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentaries All my links