Ideally, you are not adding visual effects to hide mistakes or to cover up deficiencies in the story…but this has been know to happen. Sometimes these effects are added only as eye candy to add production value to a project. These effects can emphasize something to make it more evident, subtly isolate a certain element or blend several assets into one shot. When editing any project, there are moments when a visual effect can be applied to help the story be told.
Below you will find some of my favorite free plugins and effects that I use when editing feature films. My Favorite Free Premiere Pro Plugins & Presets – Version 2.0Īfter working on VFX intensive feature films like: Deadpool, Gone Girl and Sharknado 2, I’ve learned the power of both subtle and overt visual effects.
