Unlocking Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities: Unveiling the Masterful VFX Behind Monstrous Creations

Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities is an exceptional anthology series, curated by the renowned Academy Award-winning director, that features eight captivating stories. From extraterrestrial beings to enchanting witches and treacherous rats, the show presents a diverse array of eerie and otherworldly creatures that relentlessly challenge the human protagonists in each episode. Debuting on Netflix in October 2022, the series has received acclaim from both critics and fans.

Playing a vital role in bringing the terrifying monsters of Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities to life is the effects-driven expertise of Herne Hill Media, a prominent VFX studio. It is noteworthy that despite having collaborated with del Toro in the past, this project marked the debut of Herne Hill, which successfully delivered eight visually striking films within a television production schedule. The pivotal contributions of three key members from Herne Hill, including CG head Ben King, VFX art director Jordan Nieuwland, and visual effects supervisor Mark Hammond, made this endeavor possible.

Jordan Nieuwland, Ben King, and Mark Hammond spoke with Screen Rant about bringing Guillermo del Toro's eerie Netflix anthology series to life.

Ben King, Mark Hammond & Jordan Nieuwland on Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities

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About Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities

Cabinet of Curiosities, a collection curated by acclaimed Academy Award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, offers a unique and genre-bending experience that challenges conventional notions of horror. This collection features eight sophisticated and sinister tales, including two original stories by del Toro himself. The stories, ranging from macabre to magical, gothic to grotesque, are brought to life by a carefully selected team of writers and directors. Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities is created and executive produced by Guillermo del Toro, with J. Miles Dale and Gary Ungar as executive producers. Regina Corrado serves as the co-executive producer, while del Toro also takes on the role of host.

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All episodes of Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities are streaming on Netflix.