Chris Blumer chats to Brian Muir one of the most respected sculptors and artists in the film industry,

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Wednesday, 11 March 2026 - 13 minutes

Chris Blumer has a fascinating chat with Brian Ian Muir, one of the most respected sculptors and artists in the film industry, he has been working in film for over 46 years. 

In 1968, at the age of 16, he began his 4 year apprenticeship as a sculptor/modeller at Elstree Film Studios.
 After completing his apprenticeship, Brian left the film industry. He honed his skills by working on many prestigious commissions in London i.e. Royal Coat of Arms for the Crown Court and plaque for Stock Exchange (unveiled by the Queen).

In 1976 Brian was asked to return to Elstree Studios to work on Star Wars and sculpted the nowinfamous Darth Vader. He also sculpted the Storm Trooper armour, Death Star Droid, CZ 3 and finishing work on C3PO.

During his extensive 46 year career in the film industry Brian has worked on over 70 major movies including Alien and Indiana Jones.

Brian will be appearing at Area 151 in Hereford on March 21st for their huge Comic Con event
 

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