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Sir Richard Leslie Taylor KNZM (born 8 February 1965) is the founder, creative director and head of New Zealand film prop and special effects company Wētā Workshop . Early life.
May 6, 2024 · Richard Taylor, New Zealand filmmaker who was cofounder of the Academy Award-winning prop-design and special-effects company Weta Workshop. He was best known for his work on the film trilogy The Lord of the Rings (2001–03).
Richard Taylor is known for King Kong (2005), The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003).
Five-time Oscar-winning special effects master Richard Taylor that most inspire him: 'Blade Runner,' 'The Thing,' and more.
Apr 11, 2024 · Five-time Oscar winner Richard Taylor's background is in practical effects. As far as he's concerned, that is where the future of filmmaking is, too. Taylor co-founded the legendary special effects and prop company, Wētā Workshop, with wife Tania Rodger more than three decades ago.
Apr 15, 2015 · During a long and distinguished career as a documentary director for the BBC, Richard Taylor made around 50 films in 61 countries, several of which won international awards.
Sir Richard Leslie Taylor KNZM (born 8 February 1965) is the founder, creative director and head of New Zealand film prop and special effects company Wētā Workshop.
