20 Years in the Making! Ultraman Rising’s Journey from Concept to Screen
105Last month I was able to visiti Skywalker Sound at Skywalker Ranch and ILM at Lucasfilm to learn how Ultraman Rising was made. Here is how the iconic Japanese series was brought to Netflix by ILM.
Watch the full interviews at the links below:
The Directors - Shannon Tindle & John Aoshima - • Ultraman: Rising | Making a Film for ...
The Composer - Scot Stafford - • Inside the 20-Year Journey to the Inn...
The VFX Supervisor - Hayden Jones - • Creating the Epic Visuals of Ultraman...
Join me, Sean Chandler, for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at Ultraman: Rising! I had the privilege of sitting down with directors Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima, composer Scott Stafford, and VFX supervisor Hayden Jones at the iconic ILM at Lucasfilm after a visit to Skywalker Sound at Skywalker Ranch. In this exclusive interview, we dive into the creative process behind Ultraman: Rising, exploring how the team balanced Ultraman lore for new and veteran fans alike, the unique blend of musical and visual styles, and the powerful themes that make this film stand out. If you’re curious about the journey, the storytelling, or the innovative technical work, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
🕒 Timestamps:
0:00 Intro and Family Viewing Experience
0:26 Balancing Ultraman for New and Veteran Fans
0:47 Tapping Test Audiences and Creating a Vision
1:09 Director's Insight on Storytelling Challenges
1:16 Creating a Cohesive Vision with the Crew
1:47 Composer Scott Stafford’s Early Involvement
3:09 The Journey of Ultraman: Rising Over 20 Years
4:17 Personal Themes and Parent-Child Storylines
5:02 Influences Beyond the Expected (Kramer vs. Kramer)
6:15 The Unique Challenges of Visual Style and VFX Coordination
6:46 Crafting the Eclectic Score: Orchestra Meets 8-Bit and Electric Guitars
8:00 Crafting Iconic Visual Moments (“Tomo Moments”)
9:45 Recommended Ultraman Entries for New Fans
Watch as we uncover the secrets behind the making of Ultraman: Rising! Leave a comment with your thoughts on the movie and any Ultraman entries you’d recommend to newcomers!
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VIDEO SUMMARY
This video contains Sean Chandler Talks About's
"How Ultraman Rising Balances Newcomers and Fans – Inside the Filmmakers' Vision!"
"From Lore to Legacy: Behind the Making of Ultraman Rising with the Creators"
"20 Years in the Making! Ultraman Rising’s Journey from Concept to Screen"
"Ultraman Rising: Crafting a Family Story Through Iconic Japanese Superheroes"
"Composers’ Secrets: How Ultraman Rising Blended Retro and Modern Sounds!"
"Balancing Action and Emotion in Ultraman Rising: Filmmakers Share All!"
"Kramer vs. Kaiju? The Surprising Inspirations Behind Ultraman Rising!"
"Making Ultraman Accessible: The Challenges of Creating Ultraman Rising"
"Cinematic Moments & Epic Scores – The Magic Behind Ultraman Rising"
"So You Loved Ultraman Rising? Here’s What to Watch Next!"
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