The Top Applications of 3D Printing in the Movie Industry

Special effects have become a major attraction for moviegoers, and it’s no surprise that additive manufacturing is gaining ground in the film industry. 3D technologies are being widely employed on diverse film sets, ranging from animated movies to Marvel blockbusters and even Avatar. These technologies are leveraged to bring costumes, props, one-of-a-kind design prototypes, and other objects to life, enhancing the overall realism of films. To help outline that, we have curated a collection of the most awe-inspiring and captivating applications of 3D printing in the movie industry!

The Animated Film Missing Link

LAIKA Studios released an animated film called Missing Link in April 2020. They worked hand in hand with Stratasys to 3D print puppets that represent the different characters on screen: thanks to PolyJet technology, they can even include colors and textures, faithfully reproducing the expressions of each one. More than 300,000 parts were 3D printed, whether for the sets or the facial expressions. The result is amazing!