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Explore the rise and fall of 3ds Max in Hollywood's visual effects industry through this 11-minute video analysis. Discover how 3ds Max dominated VFX pipelines in the late 90s and 2000s, powering blockbuster films like The Matrix and Harry Potter, before gradually losing ground to Maya and Houdini. Learn about the technical, workflow, and industry factors that contributed to 3ds Max's decline in film production, including pipeline compatibility issues, Linux support limitations, and evolving industry standards. Examine the current state of 3ds Max in the VFX landscape and identify where it continues to maintain relevance in today's production environments. Gain insights into the competitive dynamics between major 3D software packages and understand how industry shifts have reshaped the tools used in modern visual effects workflows.
