Question 1

What surprising detail about the LEGO bricks adds realism to the animation?

Accepted Answer

The LEGO bricks have scratches, fading, and fingerprints to mimic real stop-motion manipulation, with bricks in The Old West realm appearing dusty and sun-faded.

Question 2

Which major film festivals or awards recognized The Lego Movie in 2014?

Accepted Answer

It was recognized at the SXSW Film Festival and won awards from BAFTA, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, National Board of Review, New York Film Critics Circle, San Francisco Bay Area Film Critics Circle, and Village Voice Film Poll.

Question 3

What is the significance of the term 'Master Builder' in the LEGO universe?

Accepted Answer

According to the LEGO Company, Master Builders are highly-trained, creative builders who design official LEGO sets and create giant sculptures for LEGOLAND Parks and events worldwide.

Question 4

How are special effects like lasers and smoke created to maintain the LEGO aesthetic?

Accepted Answer

All effects, including lasers made from transparent LEGO rods (lightsaber blades) and smoke from LEGO ice cream pieces, are designed to look built from LEGO bricks, unlike earlier LEGO media with realistic effects.

Question 5

What is Vitruvius' staff actually made from in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Vitruvius' staff is a chewed-up lollipop, and lollipop sticks typically fit a minifigure's hand.

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