The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists!
The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! an animated feature from Aardman Animations and Sony Pictures. We worked with Aardman from start to finish, managing the build and delivering a programme of large-scale sets and props, all created in-house at Cod Steaks. Blood Island is an impressively vast set of a Caribbean port, spanning almost 20 metres. It boasts an array of beautifully crafted buildings, each with its own unique character and exquisite attention to detail.
Our Dickension London street scenes are rich in texture and full of character and charm, with cobbled streets, grimy alleys, leaking gutters and cracked windows.
One of Cod Steaks’ most impressive sets, both technically and creatively, was this stunning galleon set. The Pirate ship is a skilfully engineered model that could be dismantled for separate scenes and reassembled seamlessly for full shots.
Every detail had been considered throughout the 3.5 meter long ship which includes, full rigging and sails, a beautifully crafted ships wheel, rusty anchors, storm-weathered decks and ornate carvings. We also created the captain’s quarters interior set showcased which includes all of the ornately detailed props.
"They were our first and only choice for the project. I can’t believe anyone else could have delivered the artistry – and the security that they could match our ambitions."
Peter Lord, Director, The Pirates! In An Adventure with Scientists!