was a big-budget production originally filmed using advanced digital cameras like the Arri Alexa

. It utilized advanced motion capture technology to create its "hero" giants, who stood between 20 and 24 feet tall. Technical Context: The "Avi Index"

A crooked lord attempts to seize power while Jack is in the sky-world, adding political intrigue to the adventure. Visualizing the Giants: CGI and Production

The movie deviates drastically from the children's books most people grew up reading. Instead of a whimsical adventure, the screenplay integrates historical Cornish folklore. Ancient Cornish Roots