Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) is a visual effects company founded in 1975 by George Lucas to create groundbreaking special effects for the original Star Wars film. Over the years, ILM has developed innovative techniques and technologies that have transformed the film industry, including computer-generated imagery (CGI) and motion capture. ILM has worked on numerous blockbuster films, contributing to franchises like Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, and Transformers. The company has received multiple awards for its work, including several Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the field of visual effects and animation.