Behind the Iconic Flashback Scene of WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVE OUT MYSTERY Not Using AI

In the iconic flashback scene of the film WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVE OUT MYSTERY, there is a very unique colored glass effect. Many people are curious about the technical process that creates the aesthetic visuals in that scene. The director, Rian Johnson, finally revealed the big secret behind the creation of that visual effect.

It turns out that the impressive effect did not use artificial intelligence or AI assistance at all. Johnson preferred a manual method to bring an authentic artistic feel to his work. What are the complete facts?

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1. BTS Iconic Flashback Scene

Rian Johnson tells about the BTS of the iconic scene (credit: TikTok/shittyrigs)

Impressively, the glass effect was not created by AI. Rian Johnson actually used special plastic to achieve that glass effect. However, prior to that, Johnson had done technical calculations to find the right angle.

"We cut colored perspective plastic into various different shapes," said Rian Johnson.

2. Use Cross-Shooting Technique

Use the Cross-shooting Technique (credit: TikTok/shittyrigs)

On set, Rian Johnson also mentioned that he applied the cross-shooting technique. Johnson explained that he did this by trying to place the perspective cut in front of the lens while monitoring the monitor until the result felt right.

"Once I felt the position was correct, the camera crew would attach the plastic to the lens box using gaffer tape," explained Rian Johnson.

3. Unexpected Results

Unexpected Results (credit: TikTok/shittyrigs)

The results from applying the cross-shooting technique during the shooting process were unexpectedly amazing. In fact, this technique made the shooting set look messy with four strips of plastic haphazardly stuck in front of the lens.

"However, that crazy method actually created a really cool effect. On location, I felt so satisfied that I wanted to send the results to Shady Records," concluded Rian Johnson.

4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does the glass effect in the film WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVE OUT MYSTERY use AI?

No, the effect is purely done using manual techniques with colored perspective plastic pieces.

What technique did Rian Johnson use on set?

Rian Johnson used the cross-shooting technique by sticking plastic in front of the camera lens using gaffer tape.

What did the shooting set look like when this technique was used?

The shooting set looked quite messy because the plastic pieces were just manually stuck in front of the lens box.

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