Best Visual Effects Winner John Nelson On His Run-In With Frances McDormand at the Oscars | Meet Your Oscar Winner

Caroline Jardine interviews John Nelson, who won an Academy Award for visual effects for Blade Runner 2049. They discuss his Oscar experience, collaboration in filmmaking, and the technical challenges of creating digital humans. Nelson reflects on his career, future projects, and the importance of teamwork in visual effects.

Who won the Academy Award for visual effects for Blade Runner 2049?

• Paul Lambert

• Caroline Jardine

• John Nelson

• Gary Nestor

What was the unique feature of the Oscar experience mentioned by John Nelson?

• Meeting new directors

• Backstage interviews

• The thank you Cam

• Winning multiple awards

Which department did Roger Deakins and John Nelson collaborate with for a continuous look?

• Cinematography

• Costume Design

• Art Department

• Sound Department

How many visual effects vendors were involved in Blade Runner 2049?

• Eight

• Six

• Ten

• Four

What was the code word used for the digital double of Rachel?

• Rhea

• Rina

• Rachel

• Rita

What was the main challenge in creating digital humans according to John Nelson?

• Prohibitive cost

• Limited talent

• Time constraints

• Lack of technology

What was John Nelson's favorite part of the Oscars night?

• Winning the award

• Guillermo's speech

• Meeting Frances McDormand

• The Governors Ball

Which movie did John Nelson express a desire to work on next?

• Merlin

• Shape of Water

• Dune

• Joan

What did John Nelson promise his wife after working on two movies?

• A vacation

• Several months without movies

• A new house

• A family trip

What was the overall sentiment of John Nelson towards the visual effects crew?

• Criticism

• Disappointment

• Indifference

• Gratitude