Revisiting the history of VFX films and tech through the lens of Cinefex magazine, with fun, well-researched chats, and filmmaker & VFX artist interviews.

Creator/writer/narrator of You Must Remember This, a podcast devoted to exploring the secret and/or forgotten histories of Hollywood' first century. I used to be the film critic for the LA Weekly, and I've authored books on George Lucas, Al Pacino and Meryl Streep.

Juno Reactor ranks among the all-time greats of electronic music as essential innovators. From their 9 studio albums, “Transmissions” the first Trance album, Scoring many films to performing their stunning live shows around the world at major music festivals, Glastonbury, Roskilde, Fuji Rock, The Glade, Boom, Ozora, and many more.

Juno Reactor are known for their cinematic fusion of electronic, global influences, and a dynamic orchestral approach, working with composer Don Davis for the score of The Matrix Trilogy. Central to the project is Ben Watkins and his collaborations with a constantly changing ensemble of musicians from across the world.

2016 opens up a new chapter with The Mutant Theatre show, a combination of Juno Reactor’s powerful onstage presence and two visually stunning performance groups from Russia, Agnivo and Stigma. Bringing a new dimension and unique touch from the creators of the Bible of Dreams.

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