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Bruce Logan, Pioneering VFX Artist and Cinematographer, Dies at 78

Logan, known for his groundbreaking work on '2001: A Space Odyssey,' 'Star Wars,' and 'Tron,' passed away on April 10 in Los Angeles after a short illness.

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Overview

  • Bruce Logan, a self-taught visual effects innovator, began his career at 19 working on '2001: A Space Odyssey' under Stanley Kubrick and Douglas Trumbull.
  • He played a pivotal role in creating iconic effects, including the Death Star explosion in 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.'
  • Logan transitioned to cinematography, with notable credits including Disney's 'Tron,' one of the first films to incorporate computer-generated animation.
  • Over a five-decade career, he collaborated with legendary directors such as Kubrick, George Lucas, and Terry Gilliam, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
  • Survived by his wife Mariana Campos-Logan and two children, Logan is remembered as a visionary artist who bridged the analog and digital eras of filmmaking.