Watch This VFX Breakdown of 'Kong: Skull Island'

With some surprising details.

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Kong: Skull Island has been dominating box-offices since its release, helping to pave a new path for the classic monster. And with its impressive visual effects, the film marks one of the best in the King Kong franchise. Sitting down with WIRED’s Mike Seymour, he expertly breaks down the stunning VFX found throughout the movie, from turning the island’s many creatures from pencil sketches to larger than life on screen personas, to creating the island’s landscapes. Take a look at the video above which also includes some surprising details about the production.

Looking to go on your own adventure? You can now find Skull Island on Google Maps.

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