Steve Courtley
Visual Effects Artist
About Steve Courtley
Born 1950. Steve Courtley is an Australian special effect.
Steve Courtley is an Australian special effects artist who is most known for his work in The Matrix films.
He won at the 72nd Academy Awards for his work on The Matrix in the category of Best Visual Effects. His Oscar was shared with John Gaeta, Janek Sirrs and Jon Thum.
He started his work on Australian films, such as Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior.
Selected filmography The Matrix Revolutions (2003) The Matrix Reloaded (2003) The Matrix (1999) Armour of God II: Operation Condor (1991) Quigley Down Under (1990) Young Einstein (1988) Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985) Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)
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Who is Steve Courtley?
Visual Effects Artist
When was Steve Courtley born?
Steve Courtley was born in 1950 in Australia.
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Steve Courtley is a special effect.
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Steve Courtley is Australian.
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