Paddington in Peru's animation works because of one small detail

Making Paddington in Peru's character animation; a small bear in a red had sat in a jungle
(Image credit: StudioCanal / Framestore)

Paddington In Peru remains a labour of love for the animation artists behind the live action VFX movie. The latest film, the third one made in collaboration with the team at Framestore, is the most sophisticated entry to date; not only did Paddington return to the jungles of Peru but it's the first film in the series to be shot in 4K.

But despite the challenges faced by location and resolution, there are some subtle details that make the marmalade-loving little bear feel like a real, living character. I spoke with Sylvain Degrotte, VFX Supervisor at Framestore London to discover the secret to Paddington's believability – and it comes down to the eyes (and that hard stare). Below we hear how the pros do it, and if you want a job in the VFX industry read Framestore's advice, and look at our best animation software guide.

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