Cinefex - № 1

Cinefex is an American special effects magazine that was first published in March 1980 by publisher and founding editor Don Shay. This premier issue focused on the visual effects for the 1979 film Star Trek: The Motion Picture and featured an in-depth interview with visual effects supervisor Douglas Trumbull.

Contents of Issue 1

The first issue of Cinefex, published in March 1980, contained the following major features:

• Cover story - "Into the V'ger Maw with Douglas Trumbull" - an extensive interview with Trumbull about taking over the troubled visual effects production of Star Trek: The Motion Picture just 9 months before its release date. He discusses the challenges and innovative techniques used to complete nearly 500 effects shots on such a tight deadline.
• "Creating an Alien Ambience" - An in-depth look at the concept, design and execution of the various alien creatures and environments for the 1979 film Alien. It covers H.R. Giger's disturbing biomechanical designs, the construction of the alien suits and articulated parts, and the innovative practical effects used to bring the horrific scenes to life.
• Other sections include news, editorials, and reviews related to the world of special effects in film.

The magazine featured behind-the-scenes photography and concept art from both films. The cover highlighted one of the visual effects shots from the climax of Star Trek: The Motion Picture.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Cinefex
• Issue Date: March 1980
• Volume: 1
• Number: 1
• Cover Price: $3
• Pages: 72

Cinefex issue 1 provided exceptionally detailed coverage of the groundbreaking effects being produced at the time, establishing itself as the definitive journal for fans and professionals interested in the art and technology of cinematic illusions.

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