• Sometimes the unthinkable happens on films
  • Some lead actors have died and been replaced
  • Watch our video for famous examples

Movie magic can accomplish anything these days. Takes this example. During the post-production of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the crew was labouring over the digital recreation of "Governor Tarkin."

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Another employee, not too familiar with Star Wars, asked why they were so concerned with the actor's skin and lips, not realizing that the character on the screen was a product of CGI.

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Stars Who Passed Away While Filming And Had to Be Immediately Replaced

But sometimes, the unthinkable happens and special effects are needed if a main actor passes away during the production of a movie. Tragically, this has happened on more than a few occasions. To hear about such examples, please watch the video above.

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