INDUSTRIAL LIGHT & MAGIC HC 50 YEARS OF INNOVATION

Industrial Light & Magic HC: 50 Years of Innovation is a sweeping, official visual retrospective of the legendary VFX house founded by George Lucas in 1975. Written by Ian Failes with contributions from a range of artists, the book breaks ILM's evolution decade by decade, pairing immersive imagery with in-depth analysis of the creative and technical processes behind some of cinema's most iconic effects. From Star Wars and Indiana Jones to E.T., Terminator 2, and Jurassic Park, the volume celebrates fifty landmark projects that pushed boundaries and reshaped how stories are told on screen. It also looks ahead to the next era of visual effects, with insight into emerging technologies and the people driving them. At 368 pages, the hardcover showcases concept art, production designs, breakthroughs in compositing, motion capture, and practical effects, offering a rich chronicle for fans and industry readers alike.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of classic sci-fi and blockbuster cinema who love behind-the-scenes looks at practical and digital effects.
• Creative professionals and students in film, game, or media design who want to learn techniques in compositing, motion capture, and production design.
• Readers interested in film history and how landmark effects shaped storytelling across decades.
• Curious creatives who enjoy concept art and the technology behind cinema's most memorable moments.