The Genius Effects of Old Movies

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Have you ever wondered how filmmakers created mind‑bending visual effects long before computers and CGI existed? In this video we break down the innovative in‑camera techniques used in classics such as 2001: A Space Odyssey, Metropolis, Ben‑Hur, The Invisible Man, and early George Méliès films. From growing heads and floating pens to impossible camera tricks, watch through to the end to see how these early visual effects shaped modern filmmaking. The video is divided into sections: 00:00 The Genius Practical Effects of Old Movies, 01:04 Georges Méliès and His In‑Camera Effects, 02:40 Space Odyssey Multiple Exposure Technique, 03:14 Miniatures and Movie Magic in Early Cinema, 06:03 The Invisible Man’s Practical Effects Secrets, 07:02 Practical VFX Behind 2001: A Space Odyssey, 08:29 Mary Poppins’ Pre‑CGI “Green Screen”.