#83 Seiji & Dave: How We Adapted a Classic Novel into an Unreal Engine Cinematic | F451

In this episode, we sit down with Seiji Anderson and David Weinstock to break down the making of F451. an Unreal Engine cinematic inspired by Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451. They share how they transformed the novel’s dystopian themes into a visually striking real-time short film using Unreal Engine.. From concept to final render, this conversation dives into the creative and technical process behind building narrative-driven personal work in Unreal Engine.We also explore their professional journeys across film, TV, advertising, and automotive industries, working with clients like Marvel, Netflix, Pixar, Apple, Google, and why creating personal projects like F451 is essential for growth in a VFX and motion design career. Whether you're an aspiring CG artist, Unreal Engine filmmaker, or freelance motion designer, this episode is packed with insight into breaking into the industry and pushing your craft forward.We discuss:• The making of F451 and adapting Fahrenheit 451 into a cinematic• Unreal Engine cinematic workflows• Building a VFX / motion design career• Freelancing vs studio life• Why personal work matters in the creative industry