Richard R. Hoover
Richard R. Hoover is a visual effects artist noted for his work on Armageddon, Superman Returns and Blade Runner 2049.
Bio
Hoover earned a fine arts degree from the University of Oregon in 1980.Oscar Nominations
Both are in the category of Best Visual Effects.- 71st Academy Awards - Nominated for Armageddon. Nomination shared with John Frazier and Patrick McClung. Lost to What Dreams May Come.
- 79th Academy Awards - Nominated for Superman Returns. Nomination shared with Mark Stetson, Neil Corbould and Jon Thum. Lost to Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest.
- 90th Academy Awards- Won for Blade Runner 2049. Nomination shared with John Nelson, Gerd Nefzer, and Paul Lambert.
Selected filmography
Jungle 2 Jungle Armageddon Inspector Gadget Unbreakable Seabiscuit Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy Superman Returns Valkyrie Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore The Smurfs The Smurfs 2 Blade Runner 2049- ''Red Notice''