Why does nobody talk about the people behind the scenes anymore?
in Other Arts ·
I was watching an old sci-fi marathon last night and it really hit me how much of the "vibe" of a classic show or movie relies on things we don't even consciously notice. You know, the texture of a jacket, the way a uniform drapes, or how a specific color palette makes a world feel lived-in instead of just a cheap set.
It’s easy to obsess over the actors or the director, but I feel like we’re losing appreciation for the actual craftsmen. The people who spend months obsessing over fabric swatches and stitching just to make a fictional universe feel tangible for a few hours. Without that level of detail, the most epic story in the world just feels like people wearing pajamas in front of a green screen.
I find myself looking at modern productions lately and wondering if that level of tactile, physical artistry is dying out in favor of digital perfection. Do you think the shift toward CGI and digital costuming has robbed movies of that "soul" that comes from real, physical craftsmanship?
It’s easy to obsess over the actors or the director, but I feel like we’re losing appreciation for the actual craftsmen. The people who spend months obsessing over fabric swatches and stitching just to make a fictional universe feel tangible for a few hours. Without that level of detail, the most epic story in the world just feels like people wearing pajamas in front of a green screen.
I find myself looking at modern productions lately and wondering if that level of tactile, physical artistry is dying out in favor of digital perfection. Do you think the shift toward CGI and digital costuming has robbed movies of that "soul" that comes from real, physical craftsmanship?