The power of visual effects continues to allow film makers to push their visions of what superheros are capable of doing but what happens when you take that away?
Superhero films and series are rife with incredible action scenes, and everybody gets in on the fun. Of course, for these scenes, the majority of the fighting sequences are loaded with CGI — we can’t actually have Thor or Hulk destroy half of New York City. Also, Thor and Hulk don’t actually exist. That we know of.
But take out the CGI from the equation and you’ve still got, well, something entertaining — just not in the way Marvel or DC would of wanted.
Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of animation and trickery involved, but the actors playing our superheroes look awkward nonetheless.
CGI-heavy or not, the critical and financial results for the Superhero films and series have been overwhelmingly positive, and the action sequences certainly play a role in that. Still, it’s important to remember the people behind the costumes and masks are just like us: awkward and powerless.
In the behind-the-scenes clip below, Supergirl and Flash are fighting against villains without their CGI powers. It looks pretty silly but it does show you the professionalism of the two actors though. Imagine having to sit there and spin your hands in circles.
Watch the hilarious behind-the-scenes video below:
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