Not only did Rhythm & Hues Studios (the company which created the visual effects) create many of the breathtaking sea creatures which fill the movie, but they also took on the challenge of creating the Bengal tiger who costars with Suraj Sharma. Â While a real tiger was used for a handful of scenes, the majority of shots were digitized, taking visual effects to a realm of reality seldom reached.
The filming for the movie, which took place in India, Canada and Taiwan as well as its beautiful Indian-dominated soundtrack also help the audience to become submerged in Pi’s home’s culture and way of life, and further endear Pi to the audience.
Compelling performances, breathtaking visual effects and an enthralling plot make “Life of Pi†a must-see in a season filled with fantastic movies, and it promises important lessons of life and religion fitting to the start of a new year.