In this heartfelt installment of Directing the Invisible Art, director Paul King opens up about his long-standing creative partnership with Framestore and the magic behind characters like Paddington, the Oompa Loompa, and the whimsical creatures of Wonka. From rough sketches to final animation, King walks us through the emotional and technical journey of bringing CGI characters to life.
He emphasizes the art of subtlety—how a single look or gentle breeze through fur can carry more weight than dialogue. According to King, “The heart of the scene often comes after the shoot,” reminding us that VFX is not just spectacle, but soulful storytelling.
