UEA to Host Christmas Lectures for Children on Festive Film Science

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is set to deliver a series of lectures aimed at children, exploring the behind-the-scenes work of festive movies. These talks will be hosted by the UEA and will investigate the processes involved in creating special effects. A session titled ‘Ho ho how do they do it?’ will explain the role astrophysics plays in what is seen in cinemas. Dr. Tony Blake, an academic leading the event, remarked that understanding the effort put into films makes them “even more magical”. The academic also noted there was “nothing like the feeling that you get from a Christmas movie”. Children will have the opportunity to learn how astrophysics and medical humanities can be fundamental elements in films during the holiday season. Dr. Blake stated that the lectures will examine special effects from the 1930s through to modern times. They will also cover how snow is created and discuss a particular individual who “travels fast once a year”. Dr. Blake conveyed his hope that the event would “inspire people to think about the science behind” the films. The event is scheduled for next Saturday at the UEA, with tickets available for purchase online. For Norfolk news, follow BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not accountable for the content of external sites. Details about our approach to external linking can be found.