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BIG SCREEN Vū Technologies branches out to the UK and Europe
Nantstudios opens the world’s largest LED volume in Australia Nantstudios, a Los Angeles- based virtual production studio, has announced the completion of two LED in-camera VFX stages at Docklands Studios, Melbourne. The state-of-the- art facility includes the world’s largest LED volume, featuring a 40-foot tall radiused wall, with 6000 panels running 289ft – creating immersive, dynamic environments that can be displayed in real time. It is expected to attract major film productions to Australia. Filmmakers can avail themselves of the new centre to produce vivid, interactive settings, shown instantly on LED walls – empowering creators to notably curtail the expenses and duration of post- production by capturing VFX elements while filming. Nantstudios runs a virtual production studio in LA, an AR/ VR research and development centre and a post-production facility in Melbourne.
VŪ EXPANDS VP STUDIO NETWORK TO EUROPE Cube Studio, a brand-new 6500 sq ft, state-of-the-art virtual production studio has opened in Berkshire, providing a full-service solution for advertising engines, camera tracking, graphics servers and premium facilities. It is home to a 10.5x5.5m first UK- and Europe-based virtual production studio powered by Vū Technologies.
“Together, we’re building the bridge between Europe and America and setting the global industry standard for virtual production, allowing crews and talent to receive the same premium experience across the Atlantic,” explains James Hakesley, CEO, Cube Studio. Every virtual studio that formally partners with Vū will then become a member of the Vū Network.
LED volume, crafted with Unilumin Upad IV LED panels, which feature HDR image quality, a pixel pitch of 2.5mm and new dual drive configuration (DDC) technology. It also has Brompton Technology processing, enabling delivery of visual excellence. Joining the Vū Network – Vū’s global studio network – Cube Studio becomes the
agencies, production houses, enterprise businesses as well as film and TV. This venture is the result of a partnership between Vū and Cube, a video production agency based out of London. The virtual production studio combines innovative LED technology with industry-leading game
FRIEND WINS BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY OSCAR Britain’s James Friend won the Oscar for best cinematography for All Quiet on the Western Front at the 95th Academy Awards. Friend – who also won a Bafta for his role behind the camera – said in his acceptance speech that it was ‘an honour’ to receive the award. “It’s not my birthday, but I feel like it is,” he added, describing work by nominees as ‘outstanding’. The Netflix film, directed by German filmmaker Edward Berger, is based on the 1929 novel by Erich Maria Remarque. It also won best international feature film, best production design and best original score at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The anti-war film sheds light on the devastating impacts of war on soldiers and civilians alike.
TRUE ACCOUNT Behind the scenes with DOP James Friend’s award-winning All Quiet on the Western Front
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