German Special Effects Artist Gerd Nefzer Eyes Third Oscar for 'Dune: Part Two'

Nefzer, already a two-time Oscar winner, is nominated for his work on the visually stunning sequel, which has five chances to win at this year's Academy Awards.

• Gerd Nefzer, a German special effects artist, is nominated for his third Oscar for his work on 'Dune: Part Two,' following wins in 2018 and 2022.
• 'Dune: Part Two,' directed by Denis Villeneuve, is nominated in five categories, including Best Picture and Best Visual Effects, at the 2025 Academy Awards.
• Nefzer and his team created practical effects on location, including a massive sand dune for scenes involving a sandworm, rather than relying solely on computer-generated imagery.
• The film recently won the BAFTA Award for Best Visual Effects, boosting its chances at the Oscars, though competition includes 'Planet of the Apes: New Kingdom.'
• Nefzer, who runs a family business specializing in special effects, describes the Oscars as an overwhelming yet thrilling experience, with his previous statues currently kept in a safe.

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