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Filming Thunderbirds
Filming the classic 1960s series Thunderbirds, a British mid-1960s science fiction television show devised by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson and made by AP Films. The production used an innovative form of marionette puppetry dubbed Supermarionation. Date: circa 1965
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Step into the thrilling world of Thunderbirds, the groundbreaking 1960s science fiction television series created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. This image offers a rare glimpse into the production process of this iconic show, as filming takes place at AP Films' studio. The Anderson's innovative approach to television animation, known as Supermarionation, is showcased in this photograph. Supermarionation combined traditional marionette puppetry with advanced animatronics, creating the illusion of lifelike movement and speech. The intricate Thunderbirds puppets, with their sleek designs and detailed features, are carefully positioned on the set, ready for the camera's eye. The date of this photograph is estimated to be circa 1965, during the height of Thunderbirds' popularity. The show's intriguing blend of science, adventure, and suspense captured the imagination of audiences and paved the way for future animated television series. Gerry and Sylvia Anderson's visionary work in the field of animation and their dedication to pushing the boundaries of what was possible in television production are on full display in this image. The Thunderbirds set comes alive as the crew meticulously films each scene, bringing the adventures of International Rescue to life for viewers around the world.
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