How’d They Do That? is a monthly column in which Meg Shields unpacks moments of movie magic and celebrates the technical wizards who pulled them off.
If you’re new to reading this column, we suggest starting with these entries:
By Meg Shields
“Insurance? I don’t believe in insurance.”
By Meg Shields
The weather’s calling for a 100% chance of … the Devil’s Rain!
By Meg Shields
“Mildew is good for you. It’s the next best thing to fresh lettuce. Be thankful for what grows down here.”
By Meg Shields
From a harmless old woman to a gnarled, blotchy sea hag in the blink of an eye!
By Meg Shields
Let’s talk about the glass shot. (No, not the kind you pour tequila into).
By Meg Shields
As Flynn says, on the other side of the screen, it all looks so easy.