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Animation Quote by Ray Harryhausen

“With all the hype that computer graphics has been getting, everybody thinks there's nothing better than CGI, but I do get a lot of fan mail saying they prefer our films to anything with CGI in it. I'm grateful for that, and we made them on tight budgets, so they were considered B-pictures because…” quote by Ray Harryhausen
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“With all the hype that computer graphics has been getting, everybody thinks there's nothing better than CGI, but I do get a lot of fan mail saying they prefer our films to anything with CGI in it. I'm grateful for that, and we made them on tight budgets, so they were considered B-pictures because of that. And, now here we are, and they've outlasted many so-called A-pictures.”

Ray Harryhausen

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing practical effects, Ray Harryhausen, 1990s

Practical effects can resonate more with audiences than CGI, especially on limited budgets, leading to lasting impact.

In simple terms: Practical effects can outlast CGI.

Key Takeaway

Value craftsmanship over flash.

Themes

craftsmanship budget audience legacy

Mood

nostalgic pragmatic reflective

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • independent film production
  • low‑budget filmmaking
  • special effects design

Key Concepts

practical effects budget constraints audience perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can low‑budget films compete with high‑budget CGI?
  • What makes practical effects memorable?
A Different Perspective

Limited budgets may restrict visual scope; audience tastes evolve.

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