What innovative technique did Zemeckis use in "The Polar Express"?
Performance capture
3D animation
Stop motion
Traditional animation
Answer
Performance capture, an innovative technique employed by Zemeckis in "The Polar Express," involves recording actors' movements and facial expressions using sensors and cameras. This data is then used to create digital characters that realistically mimic the actors' performances. This technique allowed for unprecedented realism and expressiveness in the film's animated characters, blurring the line between live-action and animation.
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