BBC’s Luther , for instance, was ‘one of the first major projects’ to integrate the Helix gimbals, “fundamentally changing how certain scenes were shot,” claims Wadan. On The Favourite , which received ten Oscar nominations including best cinematography, Wadan delivered the exoskeleton systems to DOP Robbie Ryan, BSC ISC. The stabilised handheld set-up “allowed us to capture intricate, period- specific scenes with unprecedented fluidity,” he recalls. “Each of these not only tested the limits of our technology, but also expanded my understanding of what’s possible in filmmaking.” Panavision was a ‘trusted partner’ in this case, providing custom solutions to Wadan, “particularly when integrating their 35mm XL2 film camera with our gimbals and exoskeletons,” he explains. Paying it forward Technological advancements, such as making accessories ‘lighter, more versatile and capable of achieving complex shots with minimal set-up time’, come with safety concerns, as
the industry is becoming increasingly aware of its environmental impact. “I’m currently developing and testing green battery and power solutions,” describes Wadan. “This came from a growing need in the industry to enhance safety on-set, and do so in a more sustainable way.” Wadan also notes the exponential nature of technological advancement, “which requires continuous learning and adaptation,” he says. En route to becoming an industry mainstay, virtual production technologies have introduced new possibilities as well as new technical challenges related to lighting, framing and tracking. “There’s a growing need to ensure that these advancements are accessible to all, particularly those from underrepresented communities.” The educational initiative Futures in Film CIC – co-led by Wadan and operations manager Nina Karwalska – does exactly this: “With hands-on, immersive training, we are preparing the next generation of filmmakers to excel in an evolving industry,” reads the organisation’s Our Story page. “We embody the spirit of innovation and
Following the success of CVP’s inaugural Education Festival in 2023, the event will return this November. Spread across CVP’s Great Titchfield Street showroom, the CVP | ARRI Creative Space, RED’s Gresse Street and Cooke’s London showroom, the festival provides a platform to explore, learn and network. The three-day event, designed for educational institute leaders and students, showcases the latest production gear alongside a series of creative workshops, providing an opportunity to engage with leading brands and experts from a variety of roles and backgrounds Education Festival 5-7 November, London
within the industry. cvp.com/events
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