As 2006 draws to a close, VFXWORLD provides a YEAR IN REVIEW of our top five picks in the areas of digital acting and 3D environments, bolstered by impressive clips for each entry in our Media Player. Meanwhile, Peter Plantec, our virtual acting authority, has an in-depth overview of the state of the art. Also, Tara DiLullo takes in the sweet smell of epic vfx in CURSE OF THE GOLDEN FLOWER, and Alain Bielik uncovers the secrets behind NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, which has just been shortlisted for a VFX Oscar.

Bill Desowitz
Editor