Steve Newburn's credit list is pretty extraordinary. A quick glance reveals titles like The Dark Knight Rises, Inception, Hereditary, Pacific Rim, and more. He's at home on sci-fi films, horror projects, comic book adaptations, and dramas. Why not throw Bigfoot into the mix?Newburn did just that when he joined the Zellner brothers' latest project, a film starring Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough in quite unrecognizable roles. That's because they're dressed fully as sasquatches for the entire film, and have no spoken dialogue. The film premiered in January at Sundance and is now in wide release.Newburn was responsible for the remarkable creature effects and costumes in the film, which had to hold up in a grueling outdoor shoot that took place roughly over a month. We touched base with the effects artist to learn his inspirations and what was most challenging about this project. Put your (big) feet up and enjoy the read. Sasquatch Sunset | :30 Cutdown - In Select Theaters April 12, Nationwide April 19 | Bleecker Street www.youtube.com Editor's note: The following conversation has been edited for length and clarity. No Film School: You've worked on some pretty major films and TV shows. What attracted you to this one in particular?Steve Newburn: This one is, it's funny because I've had a relationship with Ari Aster and Lars and Tyler since Hereditary, which we had done. And it's been such a nice working relationship with them that it's like anytime they call, I just automatically say yes, regardless. But...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 10 April, 2024