#2: Special Effects to the Rescue
Before the daring contestants braved the depths of Hogwarts Lake in the heart-pounding Triwizard Tournament, there was a hushed moment of anticipation as they peered over the precipice. What seemed like a vertigo-inducing height in the film was, in reality, a remarkable sleight of behind-the-scenes artistry.
In truth, the intrepid actors were merely stationed within a room, their backs to a sprawling green screen that served as a canvas for the cinematic enchantment to come. It’s a testament to their skill that they convincingly portrayed the visceral terror and chill of the moment despite the stark contrast with the actual behind-the-scenes setting.