Filmworks/FX – A Boutique Visual Effects Company
Founded in 2001 by Ken Locsmandi, Filmworks/FX, Inc. emerged as a boutique visual effects company with a DIY spirit, delivering high-quality work on iconic films like The Matrix and Geostorm. From its digital transformation in 2007 to expanding into television production, the company has consistently demonstrated a world-class work ethic and adaptability in the evolving entertainment industry.
At the core of Filmworks/FX’s virtual production pipeline are Character Creator and iClone, which integrate seamlessly with Unreal Engine. These tools enable the team to produce high-quality, real-time animations and digital characters with remarkable speed and cost-effectiveness. Character Creator and iClone streamline production. They also elevate creative possibilities. This positions Filmworks/FX at the forefront of innovation in the visual effects industry.
Introduction: Ken Locsmandi – Owner/Founder of Filmworks/FX, Inc.
In the late 1980s, I embarked on a computer graphics journey, using software like 3D Studio and Wavefront while simultaneously practicing traditional darkroom film processing. By 1991, I …