Key insights

• ⚙️ Squid Game season 1 used extensive digital effects and meticulous coordination for scenes like the red light Greenlight challenge, 300 extras and 20 martial arts actors were involved in filming
• 📜 The initial script's vision of 1,000 players had to be revised for logistical reasons
• ⏳ Filming violent deaths in slow motion was time-consuming and challenging
• 🏗️ Locations in Squid Game were built in real life with sets constructed by the production crew, Computer-generated imagery was still needed to extend the sets digitally
• 🎥 Inspiration from The Truman Show for set design, Use of VFX for creating convincing yet unsettling environments
• 💪 Tug-of-war scene was physically exhausting for actors, Actors competed against a special machine designed to pull the rope
• 🌉 VFX team composited sets digitally to create the glass bridge scene, Footage from scenes caused editor to feel vertigo
• 🌦️ Filming in challenging weather conditions with simulated heavy downpour, Use of special effects to enhance set design and address filming challenges

Q&A

• What were some of the behind-the-scenes insights during the filming of Squid Game?

  Behind-the-scenes insights on the filming of Squid Game include the challenging weather conditions, use of special effects, and the aim for seamless VFX integration.

• How was the intense glass bridge scene in Squid Game created?

  The VFX team used practical effects and CGI to create the intense glass bridge scene in Squid Game, with careful attention to detail and timing.

• How physically demanding was the filming of the tug-of-war scene in Squid Game?

  Filming the tug-of-war scene in Squid Game was physically exhausting as the actors had to compete against a special machine designed to pull the rope.

• What was the inspiration behind the set design for Squid Game, and what safety precautions were taken during filming?

  The Truman Show inspired the design of the sets for the show, utilizing VFX to create convincing yet unsettling environments. Safety was a priority during filming, with special precautions taken for scenes involving guns.

• How were the locations in Squid Game created, and what role did CGI play?

  Many locations in Squid Game were constructed in real life but still required computer-generated imagery to extend the sets digitally. CGI was utilized for flexibility in design changes. VFX team aimed to create a certain atmosphere and visual impact.

• What challenges were faced in filming the red light Greenlight challenge in Squid Game?

  Squid Game season 1 required significant digital effects and meticulous orchestration for scenes like the red light Greenlight challenge, involving 300 extras and 20 martial arts actors. The initial script envisioned 1,000 players but the logistical challenges led to a revised plan. Filming violent deaths in slow motion was time-consuming, and certain shots, like Ali grabbing guihan, required careful editing due to physical limitations and technical issues.

• 00:00 Squid Game season 1 required significant digital effects and meticulous orchestration for scenes like the red light Greenlight challenge, involving 300 extras and 20 martial arts actors. The initial script envisioned 1,000 players, but the logistical challenges led to a revised plan. Filming violent deaths in slow motion was time-consuming, and certain shots, like Ali grabbing guihan, required careful editing due to physical limitations and technical issues.
• 01:40 Many locations in Squid Game were constructed in real life but still required computer-generated imagery to extend the sets digitally. CGI was utilized for flexibility in design changes. VFX team aimed to create a certain atmosphere and visual impact.
• 03:11 The Truman Show inspired the design of the sets for the show, utilizing VFX to create convincing yet unsettling environments. Safety was a priority during filming, with special precautions taken for scenes involving guns.
• 04:58 Filming the tug-of-war scene in Squid Game was physically exhausting as the actors had to compete against a special machine designed to pull the rope.
• 06:45 The VFX team used practical effects and CGI to create the intense glass bridge scene in Squid Game, with careful attention to detail and timing.
• 08:27 Behind-the-scenes insights on the filming of Squid Game including the challenging weather conditions, use of special effects, and the aim for seamless VFX integration.