Learn Visual Effects with Multiple Oscar Winner Rob Legato, ASC
Rob Legato, ASC, renowned for his work on cinematic masterpieces such as "Titanic," "Hugo," and "The Jungle Book," brings his vast expertise and innovative techniques to Filmmaker U's latest offering. With over three decades of experience and a legacy of pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling, Legato's course is a must for anyone aspiring to excel in the visual effects industry.
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Behind-the-Scenes Insights
Learn the secrets behind some of cinema's most iconic visual effects through detailed case studies and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage.

In-Depth Tutorials
Access almost 3 hours of comprehensive tutorials covering everything from the fundamentals of visual effects to advanced techniques used in blockbuster films.

Watch Anywhere On Anything
Watch our courses on your phone, computer, or tablet - anywhere you have internet access.

Your Class at Your Pace
Self-paced videos that give you the flexibility to do the course when it fits into your schedule.

Extras
Additional learning materials include a glossary of terms, from the cutting room floor excerpts, "A New Era in Virtual Cinematography" video, educational videos, and events with Rob Legato, ASC.
Meet The Instructor
Robert Legato is an American visual effects supervisor, second unit director, and second unit director of photography. He has been nominated for five Academy Awards and has won three. His first win was for his visual effects work on "Titanic," his second was for his work on "Hugo" and his third for "The Jungle Book." In 1996, he won the BAFTA award for Best Achievement in Special Effects for "Apollo 13," for which he also garnered his first Academy Award nomination. He won Academy Awards in Visual effects for "Hugo" and "The Jungle Book." In 2020, he received his fifth Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects for "The Lion King."
Course Breakdown
Chapter 1
- Meet Your Professor (3 Min) - Audit this video
- What Does Visual Effects Involve? (4 Min)
- The Role of the VFX Supervisor (10 Min) - Audit this video
- Crucial Knowledge (3 Min)
- Storytelling Through VFX (6 Min)
- Important Things On Set (2 Min)
Chapter 2
- Script Breakdown (5 Min)
- Does A Shot Have To Be A Visual Effect? (6 Min)
- Tone and Style (4 Min)
Chapter 3
- Budgeting Visual Effects (6 Min)
- Planning Visual Effects (7 Min)
- The Student Method (4 Min)
- Happy Accidents (6 Min)
- Everything Is A Cheat (6 Min)
- Innovations & Inspiration (11 Min)
Chapter 4
- Green Screen vs. Blue Screen (2 Min)
- Element Shoots (2 Min)
- Miniatures (3 Min)
Chapter 5
- Turnover Process (3 Min)
- The Art Of Giving And Receiving Notes (5 Min)
- Extra Things That Make A VFX Shot Work (6 Min) - Audit this video
Chapter 6
- How To Work With Directors (13 Min)
- Collaboration (5 Min)
Chapter 7
- What Is A Virtual Production? (5 Min)
- Comparing Virtual To Live (3 Min)
- Pre-planning Virtual Shoots (2 Min)
- Designing A Virtual Set (4 Min) - Audit this video
- What To Keep In Mind On A Virtual Production (9 Min)
Chapter 8
- Whats Next? (4 Min)
Appendix A -From the Cutting Room Floor
- The "Borat" Story (2 Min)
- Filming with "Unreal Engine" (1 Min)
- Filmmaking Without Rules (1 Min)
- Future of Virtual Production (1 Min)When Will We Not Need Actors? (2 Min)
- The "Lion King" Story (2 Min)
Appendix B - Extras
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VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on Filmmaker U Interview PT I (55 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on Filmmaker U Interview PT II (29 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on "Avatar" Part I (3 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on "Avatar" Part II (4 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on "Avatar" Part III (4 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on "Hugo" Part I (3 Min)
- VFX Supervisor Rob Legato, ASC on "Hugo" Part II (3 Min)
- Glossary (PDF)
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Credits (PDF)
Purchase
$99 USD
Join our instructor, Rob Legato, ASC—celebrated for his pioneering work on Titanic, Hugo, and The Jungle Book—as he shares his vast experience and creative insights in Filmmaker U's latest course. With more than 30 years of expertise and a track record of transforming visual storytelling, Legato's course is a must for anyone aspiring to excel in visual effects.