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Which was quite the challenge given that the cast were mostly new to motion-capture performance work.

We had this movement teacher, Alain Gauthier.

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Well, that was his title but he was much more than that.

He helped us create these characters.

It was a blast.

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And then we started getting our characters on our feet.

Alain helped with everything.

I remember the first time we did it.

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It was so magical for everyone.

It was a very simple activity.

Now you’re feeling it.

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We would have those kinds of experiences every day.

Other research methods used involved up-close and personal encounters with the imposing animals.

That ended up being a really wonderful experience.

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I still go down there whenever I’m in Florida, he adds.

Its nice to be able to spend some real time with them.

They’re amazing and are now my personal obsession.

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Describing his up-close experience with the powerful bird of prey, Teague admits, It was kind of terrifying.

They are frightening animals.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is released in US and UK theaters on May 10.

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For more from our interviews, we also discussedEaster eggsand the roleAndy Serkisplayed in the making of the movie.

For more films coming your way, check out our guide to the other biggestupcoming movies.

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