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how did Emshwiller create the visual effects in this film?


I've never seen anything like this film... it's really just stunning.
I'm wondering how Ed Emshwiller managed to create the stuttered, yet fluid and amorphous visuals of the dancer. I imagine multiple exposure and wide shutter angles (or other unusual shutter adjustments) played a part, but I can't be sure. Is there any information on this?

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