15 Photos Of Your Favorite Films Before Visual Effects Made Them Awesome

Film makers are seeking to make the movie-watching experience more intense and realistic, even in the realm of science fiction and fantasy. Although it can be hard to believe that some of the most iconic movie scenes didn't happen exactly as you saw them laid out on screen, it's crazy to think about the immense amount of talent it takes to create those effects.

Through the magic of post-production, film makers are able to create worlds beyond our imagination. Without visual effects, your favorite movies would be entirely different, and much more boring.