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At long last the VFX workers have unionized. After countless horror stories regarding the abysmal conditions and long long hours artists were pressured to work, it seems that enough is finally enough. Marvel VFX artists unanimously voted to unionize with IATSE, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. The news was shared by the official Twitter account for IATSE.

Obviously, this is great for the workers at Marvel, and most are happy to hear the news. However, some are worried about what this could mean for the studio’s future releases.

Marvel’s past with VFX workers

Like it or not, the truth is, there’s no way Marvel could carry on the way it was going. The way films were made was just plain wrong. Scripts were often rushed and there are multiple examples of higher-ups at the studio changing things last minute, be it with the script, the setting, or the characters. Of course, when crunch time came, it was often on the VFX artists to work with what little they had based on the script.

An exposé by the New Yorker showed just how overly reliant the studio had become on CGI. Speaking with a few anonymous VFX workers, the article details Marvel’s attitude towards its artists, often contracting the lowest-priced firm to do the work. This has led to underpaid and understaffed teams working to meet the immovable deadlines and it’s all made worse by higher-ups constantly changing their minds or opting to use CGI when none was needed to save time (and probably a bit of money.) 

One such example is the white Avengers outfits from Endgame which were in fact motion capture suits worn by the cast. What we see in the film was added in post-production, presumably because someone who doesn’t understand the work that goes into VFX at Marvel couldn’t decide on a look in time for the costume department to make it.

What will this mean for VFX workers?

It will obviously mean no more underpaid workers as firms won’t be able to just continually undercut each other in order to win big Marvel contracts. This will also mean better conditions for workers including healthcare and safe working environments. All in all, it’s a much better deal for the kind of important work they’re doing and there’s no doubt that this is a good thing.

What does this mean for the movies?

With more time and money given to the VFX artists, it’s safe to assume that the quality of films will go up. Let’s be honest, there have been some pretty dodgy effects in Marvel movies as of late. I’m all for some campy/schlocky movies, but we’re talking about a film franchise that’s grossed almost 30 billion dollars. I’m sorry, but Doctor Strange’s third eye, Axl’s floating head in Thor: Love and Thunder, or M.O.D.O.K from Ant-man and the Wasp: Quantumania don’t really look like they should be appearing in the MCU.

MODOK in Quantumania
Image via Marvel Studios

Of course, Marvel could want to save itself a few bucks in other ways, so it might cut down on its CGI. This would probably mean cutting the CGI suits in place of physical ones, and, the idea I’m most excited about: the return of physical helmets, no more of this nanotech rubbish please — go back to the old school costumes, thanks.

Other things we should prepare for might be longer waits between Marvel projects. But hey, I’m more of a quality over quantity kind of guy and I’m sure most people will agree with me. Lots of Marvel movies are great, but when most of them in recent years have been disappointing, it kind of ruins the excitement for future MCU movies. With the VFX workers being unionized, it means that there will no longer be those notorious last-minute changes from the higher-ups. Things will have to be decided and a script actually written before work begins on the CGI, meaning that the production process should be much less chaotic in the future.

This can only be a good thing overall, as fans pointed out that it’s a win-win with more talent being drawn in by the better wages and higher quality movies coming out for the average viewer.

The workers will get better conditions and we’ll get less dodgy cgi effects, a win-win

Most were just happy to hear about the new union.

Holy s*** we might actually get to see decent VFX in my lifetime what

Outstanding news! Congratulations to my Marvel VFX friends and all Marvel VFX

Of course, the most important thing now is that we can all go and watch the next MCU film with a clear conscience knowing that those who worked on it were paid properly for their work.

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By: Jordan Collins
Title: How will Marvel Studios’ VFX workers unionizing affect the MCU going forward?
Sourced From: wegotthiscovered.com/movies/how-will-marvel-studios-vfx-workers-unionizing-affect-the-mcu-going-forward/
Published Date: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:17:55 +0000

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Apart from being an award-winning actress, Kathryn Bernardo is also a true blue beauty girl. Need proof? Just take a closer look on how she has mastered the art of daytime makeup

It’s Kathryn Bernardo who has rightfully earned the title of being a true icon. Mention her name once, and everyone can easily remember her as Mara from the popular remake of Mara Clara or as Philo from A Very Good Girl. But apart from her award-winning actress performances, she has also garnered admiration for her effortless makeup entries that command attention. And as for her signature? The coveted radiant daytime makeup look.

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Daytime Makeup Look

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The tint benefit

Kathryn Bernardo Tinted Lips

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Daytime Pink Lips

The combination of a daytime makeup look and pink lips is nothing short of chic—just take a cue from Kath herself. Oscillating between tints and mattes, the actress often opts for a swipe of a rose-colored lipstick to achieve a more romantic look. Pro tip: Looking for the perfect eye-lip makeup pairing? Do it her way. Keep the eye look pared-down with a barely-there eyeshadow and a swish of mascara. Elsewhere, swipe on a more saturated pink on the lips for the right statement.

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Bronze Daytime Makeup Look

The sunkissed glow has always been omnipresent throughout the actress’ beauty journey. But as years passed, she has found a way to upgrade her soft-glam signature into something that can be worn everyday. The secret to achieving the look? Underpainting method. Pro tip: Strategically place and blend the cream bronzer into your key points before applying foundation. Once accomplished, gently swish a powder bronzer format to the same areas.

Photos: KATHRYN BERNARDO (via Instagram)

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Missing for decades, the first-ever Oscar won by a Black actor, Gone With the Wind's Hattie McDaniel, will be replaced. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will donate the replica award to Howard University. Deadline reports that the award will be donated to the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at the University. McDaniel won the original award in the Best Supporting Actress category for her performance as Mammy in 1939's Gone with the Wind.

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Title: ‘Gone With the Wind’ Star Hattie McDaniel’s Missing Oscar to Be Replaced
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