Richard Edlund
Visual effects designer for 'Star Wars'
Born
December 6th, 1940
84 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A visual effects designer and cinematographer contributed to the development of groundbreaking visual effects technologies. Worked on the original 'Star Wars' trilogy and received significant recognition for efforts in pushing the boundaries of practical effects. Co-founded the visual effects company Boss Film Studios, influencing the industry with innovative techniques. Edlund's work set new standards for visual storytelling in film, particularly in science fiction and fantasy genres.
Received Academy Award for Best Visual Effects for 'Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope'
Contributed to visual effects for 'Ghostbusters'
Worked on 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'
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