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Cinefex Magazine #3 December 1980 - Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Hoth VFX
Step into the world of cinematic illusions with this vintage 3rd issue of Cinefex. This legendary publication is famous for its technical, long-form journalism regarding the special effects industry. This specific issue features an extensive, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Tauntauns, AT-AT Walkers, and Probot sequences from Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back.
Product Highlights
• Main Feature: \"Tauntauns, Walkers & Probots\" - creating stop-motion magic with Phil Tippett, Dennis Muren, and the ILM crew.
• Additional Features: * \"Walter Murch - Making Beaches Out of Grains of Sand\" (Sound design and editing).
• \"The Microcosmic World of Ken Middleham\" (Practical macro photography and insect work for Phase IV).
• Format: Square-bound, high-quality gloss paper.
• Release Date: December 1980.
Condition Report & Defects
This magazine has been handled and shows signs of age consistent with a 45-year-old publication. Please review the photos carefully.
• Cover: Shows some light surface scuffing and minor \"silvering\" (loss of pigment) along the spine edge.
• Edges/Corners: Moderate shelf wear on the corners. There is a slight curl/waviness to the pages from being stored flat but not under weight.
• Spine: The square binding is intact and tight; no loose pages.
• Interior: Pages are clean and free of writing, highlights, or major tears. The high-gloss black-and-white and color photos remain vibrant.
• Overall: A very solid \"Good to Very Good\" collector\'s copy.
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