See how digital effects put the spectacle into 'Game of Thrones'
22 Jul 2014 • engadget.comIf an epic shot can’t be done “practically” in camera, characters are filmed against a green screen or threadbare set. Then, elements like terrain, castles, crowds of soldiers and even CG water are added. As you can see in the video below, with a touch of artful compositing, lighting, shading and color-timing, the result is a seamless final shot. If there’s any money left over, they may even add a dragon or three.
Really amazing what can be done with CG these days.