51 - Michael Pangrazio - ILM Matte Painter and Weta Art Director

In this episode of the Filmumentaries podcast, I speak with Michael Pangrazio, a renowned matte painter and art director known for his work on iconic films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark and Star Wars. The conversation delves into Pangrazio's journey into the world of matte painting, his experiences at Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), and the creative processes behind some of the most memorable shots in film history. Pangrazio reflects on the evolution of visual effects, the importance of mentorship, and the impact of social media on his legacy. Michael is now based in Australia working with Peter Jackson’s Weta in New Zealand for some 15 years. 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