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In this article, the author discusses the introduction of drones in motion pictures by moviemakers. It mentions that the use of drone technology in creating epic car chases and trailing exotic wildlife in motion pictures. It also mentions that the unmanned aircraft were controlled by remote transmitter software from the ground.

The article discusses the retirement of Cheeta, the chimpanzee from the Tarzan movies of the 1930s and 1940s. At one point, the article states, he was one of the biggest animal stars on the planet. Other topics include his activities during the day, his work with Johnny Weissmuller, and performing flips on the back of an elephant.

This article provides information on animal movie stars. Animals in the movies rehearse their scenes just as human actors do. But instead of taking cues from a director, the animals work most closely with a trainer. The bond between the animal and the trainer is so tight that the trainer can convince an animal to do anything.

Focuses on the cinematography of the motion picture "Two Brothers." Use of real tigers in real locations in the motion picture; Use of a fifty-minute high definition cassette; Importance of the on-set safety for the motion picture.

Provides information on the scenes, characters and animals in the motion picture "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Special effects done in the Quidditch scene to make it appear magical; Similarity if Argus Filch, the watchful Hogwarts caretaker, to a Greek monster; Material used for the giant spider in the movie; Retirement of Hugo, the Neapolitan Mastiff that has played as the huggable dog, after the movie.

The article offers information regarding the connections between Hollywood and the circus. It mentions that Hollywood never had any adversarial relationship with the circus, they were confident in their market share without considering circus as a threat to their potential audience. It also mentions that Hollywood used to offer extra payment for temporary use of animals.

The article presents information about high definition DVDs, books and power tools. The film "Journey to the Centre of the Earth" focuses on an underground world inhabited by strange animals and plants. "Quarantine" is a motion picture focusing on a documentary film crew and workers of the fire brigade of New York City. The Bosch Uneo 3-in-1 power tool includes a Lithium-ion battery that allows users to screw, drill and rotary hammer for a long period. Information on the book "Photoshop CS4 Digital Classroom," which presents features of Photoshop is also presented.

Relates the experience of the author filming a documentary "Cats and a Collie: The Mauling of Libby," starring her family's pets in the U.S. Success of documentaries on penguins and grizzly man; Movies which successfully casted animals; Interactive story of the author relating animals to renowned personalities.

Features real-life animals that gave artists ideas for some monstrous characters in the movie. Sinbad the sailor; Sea monster Cetus; Roc.

Reports on the use of sheep in filming movies in the United States. Methods used to train sheep to act in movies; Other animals used on film sets; Challenges of including animals in filming; Security systems implemented by movie production crews to protect the animals.

The article discusses the challenges that existed in working with the dogs that appear in the motion picture "Hotel for Dogs." The number of dogs and animal trainers that were involved with the film are mentioned. The author states that many of the dogs who appeared in the film came from animal shelters.

The article profiles the 4 year old dog Angel, who stars in the motion picture "Beverly Hills Chihuahua", which has grossed $88 million since its release in 2008. A discussion of the difficulties that are associated with dressing a dog for a motion picture, and of Angel's recreational activities with her trainer, Mike Alexander, is presented.

A review of the DVD release of the motion picture "The Big Animal" directed by Jerzy Stuhr is presented.

The article provides information on the motion picture, Hoot. In the film, the main character, Roy, exposes a plot to build a pancake house over a large nest of burrowing owls. In the U.S., burrowing owls can be found in the South, and in all states west of the Mississippi Valley. Expanding businesses and farms are taking over the owls' homes. Thirteen states have given the birds protected status.

The article provides information on the animals featured in the motion picture Barnyard. These animals can walk on two legs, watch TV, sing, dance and even play practical jokes. There is only one animal who is serious enough to keep a close watch on the wild coyotes, and keep all of the animals' secrets, and that is Ben the cow. His son Otis, voiced by Kevin James, seems to be the biggest carefree joker of the bunch along with his best friends Pip the mouse, Freddy the ferret, Peck the rooster and Pig the pig.

The article reports that actress Michelle Monaghan had a scene with a spider in the motion picture "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang," also starring Robert Downey Junior and Val Kilmer.

Lists three animal-centered films that the author loves. "Winged Migration"; "Babe: Pig in the City"; "Jurassic Park."

Previews the motion picture "The Story of the Weeping Camel," from ThinkFilm. Plot of the movie.

Presents surveys of girls in the United States. Answers to a survey of favorite animal movies of respondents in the November/December 2003 issue of the magazine; Summer bugs.

Reports on the fees for animals appearing in movies.

The article reviews the motion picture "White Wilderness."

The article discusses the use of computer graphics (CG) in motion pictures. Creating digital humans is one of the most difficult tasks that a CG modeler can undertake. The complex web of facial muscles is difficult to comprehend, let alone mimic on the computer. And then there is the complicated task of skin shading, which must be perfect. According to artist Steven Stahlberg, making truly realistic skin is like Zeno's Paradox of the Tortoise and Achilles--people keep getting closer, but in small steps. Hair generation is challenging as well. However, most major 30 modeling packages now ship with a tool for creating realistic hair, and film studios continue to push the technical boundaries of hair and fur simulation for animals in films such as "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," and "King Kong," that can be applied to CG humans. With a host of other projects, film studios have been breaking new ground in human character generation during the past few years.

Presents information on animals featured in the motion picture "Lemony Snicket's a Series of Unfortunate Events."

The author discusses movies and television (TV) shows that feature farm and countryside animals. She notes that the animals used in films and shows are trained and some issues are considered such as health and safety, transportation and animal welfare. She claims that hiring livestock as extras for film, TV and advertising campaigns is another source of income for farmers and rural businesses.

The article focuses on the new technology applied to modern American films. The technique of generating animals in motion pictures is improving year by year. Computer-generated squirrels, for instance, in the film "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" appeared to be more realistic. It is believed that the opportunity to deliver moving performances by the computer-generated animals affecting the audience is the ultimate artistic achievement for a special-effects artist.

The article focuses on the live-action film "Racing Stripes," by Hybride Technologies. The film is all about overcoming obstacles to reach an ambitious goal. Many of the film's digital effects, distributed among four studios, were of the talking animals, ranging from Goose the gangster pelican to a cranky Shetland pony named Tucker. Creating lip sync for such a menagerie presented its own challenges. In fact, this project was Hybride's first opportunity at lip-syncing animals. So before bidding on the project, the studio conducted internal tests on some non-talking animals it had created for "Spy Kids 2."