: The film utilized detailed practical puppets by Neal Scanlan's shop that were often 3D scanned and enhanced with CG.
: Details the origin of the film, starting with a pitch by John Knoll about the rebels who stole the Death Star plans. The Stories: The Making of 'Rogue One: A Star W...
: Focuses on the production design, including set construction and the creation of "black stormtroopers" (Death Troopers). : The film utilized detailed practical puppets by
: Details the massive technical challenge of digitally recreating Grand Moff Tarkin and Princess Leia. : Details the massive technical challenge of digitally
is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes documentary that details the production of the first Star Wars standalone film. Directed by Glen Milner, the approximately 80-minute featurette (often broken into individual stories for home media) explores the creative evolution of the film, from its initial pitch to its complex digital effects. Documentary Chapters & Content
: Explores the character of Jyn Erso and Felicity Jones’s preparation for the lead role.
: The Making of CGI Featurette describes the "long series of failures" required to reach the 99% accuracy needed for believable digital facial performances.