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The next addition to #placedbymotus is The Hardacres. The British period drama series, adapted from the novels by C. L. Skelton, was first broadcast on Channel 5 in the UK on the 7th October. The six-part series, tells the story of a working-class family in 1890s Yorkshire, who make the move from a fishing dock to a country estate. If you’re a fan of family sagas, period drama, or even rags to riches stories, then you will want to tune in! As of today, only 3 episodes have aired, so there’s plenty of time to catch up before the series finale in mid-November! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #channelfive #channel5 #thehardacres #motusvfx 

Bodkin, a Netflix release from May of this year, is the next feature in our #placedbymotus series. This dark comedy thriller spans seven episodes and follows the story of Gilbert Power, an American podcaster who travels to the Irish town of Bodkin to investigate a cold case. The case centres on the disappearance of three people during the Gaelic festival of Samhain. To aid in his investigation, Gilbert is joined by two journalists, Dove Maloney and Emma Sizergh. While many critics note that the first episode is somewhat slow, the series hits its stride by the third or fourth episode, gradually building mystery as the characters peel back the layers of the story! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #netflix #bodkin #motusvfx

The sequel to one of the greatest films ever is next up for #placedbymotus. Gladiator II, directed and co-produced by Ridley Scott, is set to release on November 15th in the UK and a week later in North America on November 22nd. Starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, and Denzel Washington - the story follows Lucius (Mescal), the former heir to the Roman Empire, who becomes a gladiator after the Roman army invades his home and forces him into slavery. He must turn to his past—being the grandson of Rome's former emperor Marcus Aurelius and son of Lucilla—to find the strength to return the glory of Rome to its people. A sequel has been discussed since the early 2000s, and we are now only three months away from it… let’s hope we are all entertained! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #gladiatorII #denzelwashington #pedropascal #paulmescal #connienielsen #ridleyscott #motusvfx

The upcoming Apple TV+ series Lady in the Lake is next up for #placedbymotus. The series, based on the novel of the same name, premieres on July 19th and will consist of seven episodes, running through late August. The show takes place in 1960s Baltimore and follows the story of Maddie Schwartz (played by Natalie Portman), a housewife and mother who aspires to be a reporter. Schwartz begins investigating the murder of Cleo Sherwood (played by Moses Ingram), a hardworking woman juggling jobs, motherhood, and a commitment to Baltimore’s Black progressive agenda. Apple TV+ has had some great recent releases, including Severance, Ted Lasso, and Silo. The hope is that Lady in the Lake will join this list! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #appletv #ladyinthelake #mosesingram #natalieportman #motusvfx

We welcome Eric to #placedbymotus this month after its release on Netflix during the last week of May. Eric is a psychological thriller that tells the story of a puppeteer whose son goes missing in 1980s New York City, and the father’s attempt to reunite with his son with the help of a 7-foot-tall puppet named Eric. The six-part miniseries stars Benedict Cumberbatch, portraying Vincent Anderson, and he has already received high praise for his performance, with early predictions for awards. The series explores several emotive topics such as addiction, grief, marital breakdown, and the general psychological challenges of dealing with a lost loved one. Additionally, it touches on societal issues of the 1980s, capturing the feel of New York during that time, including the prejudices prevalent during that period. If you’re looking for a strong, thought-provoking story, give this one a try! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #eric #netflix #benedictcumberbatch #motusvfx

The iconic British science fiction program Doctor Who has joined #placedbymotus - this is the 14th series of the revived era of the program, but the first following the acquisition of Doctor Who’s international rights by Disney+. Two episodes premiered on the 10th of May on Disney+ in the US and internationally, and on the 11th of May in the UK via BBC iPlayer. There will be eight episodes in total, with a new release every week up until the season’s conclusion. The series welcomes a new Doctor portrayed by Ncuti Gatwa, the Fifteenth Doctor overall, and Ruby Sunday is played by Millie Gibson. Given the reported funding into the classic series by Disney+, it is an exciting time for Doctor Who fans. We should get used to seeing the famous Dalek and Tardis, as well as plenty more monsters, mysteries, and adventures across time and space, with a further 15th season already confirmed! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #drwho #doctorwho #disney #bbc #motusvfx 

The British crime/heist series Culprits is our next #placedbymotus - The series was released late in 2023 on Disney+ in the UK and Hulu in the USA, with all episodes available to stream. It tells the story of a crew of criminals who, after a high-stakes heist, try to go their separate ways, only to find their past coming back in the form of an assassin targeting each of them one by one. The cast is headed up by Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Gemma Arterton, and Kirby, as well as Eddie Izzard, who makes appearances in two of the episodes. It’s worth noting that the series, in general, is quite violent with its fair share of gore. While it was originally meant as a limited series, given how it has been received, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a sequel further down the line. #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #job #culprits #disney #hulu #motusvfx

A recent release is next up for #placedbymotus - 3 Body Problem premiered on Netflix in late March 2024, and all eight episodes are now available to watch! The science fiction series, based on the award-winning Chinese novel The Three Body Problem, has received high praise and was the most-watched streaming TV series in the first two weeks of its release. The story follows a secret military project tasked with overcoming planetary threats resulting from decisions made during China’s cultural revolution. From the same creators as Game Of Thrones, we see the familiar faces of Liam Cunningham, Jonathan Pryce and John Bradley within the cast - and although the series isn’t a 1:1 of the books, the creators have managed to create a great adaptation. #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #jobs #3bodyproblem #netflix #motusvfx 

The Penguin joins #placedbymotus this month, with the series scheduled to premiere on HBO Max in late 2024. The story is based on the DC Comics character Penguin and will consist of eight episodes. Fans of The Batman (2022) film will be eager for its release, given the story takes place one week following the events within the film. The plot revolves around Penguin’s rise within Gotham City’s criminal underworld, with Colin Farrell returning to star as the main character. The show was originally scheduled to release mid 2024 but was unfortunately delayed due to the recent strikes. The continuation and completion of these projects is hopefully another sign of activity returning to normal in the months to come. For now, there isn’t too much longer to wait for the next chapter in the Batman story! #placedbymotus is our way at motus VFX to celebrate the amazing projects that some of the VFX talent, whom we’ve helped place, have contributed towards. It also highlights the excellent work of the facilities that we partner with in securing such projects. Stay tuned on all our platforms if you’re interested in roles that could have you working on similar films or episodics in the future! #vfx #vfxjobs #vfxnews #vfxrecruitment #hiring #jobs #thepenguin #dccomics #batman #gotham #hbomax #hbo #motusvfx 

In case you missed it, our very own Kurt Maclachlan was the latest guest on The VFX Artists Podcast last week. During the episode Kurt Maclachlan and Kofi O. discuss a number of topics, including the current state of the VFX industry, the strikes, job search strategies, and much more. The podcast is available to watch now over on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eBA7rE2x Alternatively, you can also listen on: - Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NSllZG - Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3UrOrSn - Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3fWyuog - Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3EjHUmY