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199359 min0documentary

8.2/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss'

199359 min0documentary

8.2/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

Filming for the sci-fi film in 1993 took place in various underwater settings, pushing the cast and crew to their limits.

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Filming for the sci-fi film in 1993 took place in various underwater settings, pushing the cast and crew to their limits.

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Ed W. Marshdirector

Ed W. Marshwriter

James Cameron

James Cameroncast

Gale Anne Hurd

Gale Anne Hurdcast

Al Giddingscast

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Underwater sets in 1993 became the backdrop for James Cameron's sci-fi film 'The Abyss.' Directed by Ed W. Marsh, the documentary runs for 59 minutes and features behind-the-scenes footage and outtakes from the production. It captures the intense conditions faced by the cast and crew while filming. The film details the technical challenges encountered, particularly in visual effects, as the team worked to realize Cameron's ambitious vision.

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