This is an interesting category to weigh, considering that were taking a film constructed heavily through digital conventions and pre-rendered backgrounds, and pitting it against one that was filmed on location in the heart of Louisiana; more specifically on the plantation where the films tragic events actually occurred. It essentially comes down to analysing which took more work, and in the end, which setting ultimately fascinated us more. With that said, theres no denying that Gravity took heaps of decorated visual effects artists to bring its unprecedented envisioning of deep space to life. Director Alfonso Cuarón actually had to wait four years for technology to advance before creating the film was even a realistic possibility. Thats not to discredit 12 Years A Slave, though, and say that building an authentic representation of the environment was an easy task. Its actually quite the opposite and requires numerous background extras hired, authentic scenery and costumes, and a chilling atmosphere that makes the horror feel real. Winner: Ultimately Gravity is more impressive due to the revolutionary technology involved.
