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I'm not a big fan of CGI. When I look at it, I go: 'Wait a…

“I'm not a big fan of CGI. When I look at it, I go: 'Wait a minute. That's not possible.' And I think other people see the same thing. The movies I worked on, we did stunts for real. And I think it shows.” quote by Hal Needham
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“I'm not a big fan of CGI. When I look at it, I go: 'Wait a minute. That's not possible.' And I think other people see the same thing. The movies I worked on, we did stunts for real. And I think it shows.”

Hal Needham

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He prefers practical effects over CGI because they feel more authentic and believable to audiences.

In simple terms: Practical stunts feel real; CGI feels fake.

Key Takeaway

Choose real stunts when possible.

Themes

authenticity film technology audience perception

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical critical

When to use this quote

  • action movies
  • budget planning
  • director decisions
  • audience expectations

Key Concepts

practical effects visual realism cinema craft

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize realism over spectacle?
  • How does budget affect your choice?
A Different Perspective

CGI can achieve realism with advances, but may still feel artificial.

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