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AUGUST 28, 2021

It gave me the opportunity to use all of those years of experience that I had in the film industry, to do the best work of my life.”. The post ‘The Mandalorian’ Uses VR To Scout New Filming Locations appeared first on VRScout. For more information check out the original report from Variety. Feature Image Credit: Disney.

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APRIL 28, 2021

In the world of film, VR has become a powerful tool for tackling pressing social issues. Unlike traditional films, which set a safe distance between you and the story, VR puts viewers right in the middle of it. You’ll feel empathy—not just sorrow—for the real lives represented in the film. Why Virtual Reality?

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MARCH 7, 2022

The platform recently made good on that endeavor in a major way, hosting the “first-ever metaverse film screening.”. The premiere of the documentary film GameStop: Rise of the Players took place in a custom Spatial room on March 1 and included a screening of the film, a director Q&A, selfie opportunities and, of course, an NFT giveaway.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The Venice Film Festival is back with yet another selection of genre-defying VR projects from some of the most exciting creators in the field. Of course, it wouldn’t be the Venice Film Festival without the parties. The post The 2021 Venice Film Festival Invades ‘VRChat’ appeared first on VRScout.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

This past Thursday was Disney Plus Day, an annual event designed to promote new films and television series coming to popular streaming services. There was also the reveal of Remembering , an AR-powered short film starring and produced by Oscar-winner and Marvel superhero Brie Larson. “Where do ideas come from?

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VRScout

MARCH 8, 2023

In honor of International Women’s Day, the Emmy Award-Winning Felix & Paul Studios has released Women In Spaceflight , a new VR film celebrating the many accomplishments of female spacefarers. Feature Image Credit: Felix & Paul Studios The post A New VR Film For Quest Honors Women Astronauts appeared first on VRScout.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

This includes immersive entertainment studio Felix & Paul, whose groundbreaking VR film series Space Explorers: An ISS Experience took home a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Interactive Program. The post VR Film ‘Space Explorers’ Just Won A Primetime Emmy appeared first on VRScout.

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MAY 17, 2022

The Cannes Film Festival , one of the world’s most prestigious film fests, is coming to the Fortnite metaverse. an official media partner of the festival, offers a cinema experience like no other for gamers and film enthusiasts. An Immersive Film Fest Experience in the Fortnite Metaverse.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Felix & Paul Studios is responsible for some of the most visually-stunning 360-degree films available on VR headsets, and Supersonic Flight is no exception. The post Immersive VR Film Takes You On A Supersonic Jet Ride appeared first on VRScout. If you are able to stomach the ride, however, you’re in for a serious treat.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Meta announced it’s partnering with Lightstorm Vision , James Cameron’s 3D film studio, to produce spatial content across multiple genres, including live events and full-length entertainment.

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VRScout

APRIL 21, 2023

According to Felix & Paul, the 360-degree film features stunning footage shot outside the International Space Station. Feature Image Credit: Felix & Paul Studios The post Celebrate Earth Day With An Out-Of-This-World VR Film appeared first on VRScout. For more information visit felixandpaul.com.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

Exit 8 (2023) , the indie hit walking simulator for PC and VR headsets, is getting a live action film, bringing its Tokyo underground anomalies to the big screen this year. Exit 8 is being made into a full-length film for worldwide release in 2025, which is being produced by Toho, the Japanese film company.

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VRScout

JUNE 18, 2022

The post AR Technology Invades The Legendary Cannes Film Festival appeared first on VRScout. Check out their website for information on the festival and their partnership with Niantic. Hit the following links for more information on Niantic and 8th Wall. Image Credit: Niantic x Cannes.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This follows the release of Submerged , Apple’s first scripted short film, and potentially one of the most expensive immersive videos to date. Also filmed in Apple Immersive Video format, Submerged was filmed on a full-scale 23-ton submarine set made with real metal, modeled after WWII-era vessels.

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JULY 19, 2024

Image courtesy Apple Additionally, Apple will release an immersive experience featuring The Weeknd, the first scripted short film Submerged by Edward Berger, and exclusive sports content like behind-the-scenes access to the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend.

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OCTOBER 10, 2024

Apple today launched a new immersive short film called Submerged for free on Vision Pro, letting users explore a harrowing tale set in a WWII-era submarine. ” Apple also showed off a five-minute behind-the-scenes video of Submerged , detailing just how the film was captured in such a confined space. .

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DECEMBER 11, 2024

” As seen in the reveal trailer, the game takes heavy inspiration from Chinese Kung Fu films, such as Wong Kar Wai’s early work, Indonesian action film The Raid (2011), and games like Time Crisis and the Fist of the North Star arcade cabinet.

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OCTOBER 15, 2024

Sony Pictures Virtual Reality and XR Games unveiled Starship Troopers: Continuum last month, the film franchise’s very own VR co-op shooter. The studios now say it’s coming in November. We appreciate the community’s patience and support, and look forward to seeing everyone on the battlefield this November.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

. “I’m a massive Batman fan, both in films, games, [and] comics. I’ve collected the toys when I was young, and I was super intrigued at the notion that the next chapter in the Arkham would be done entirely in VR.”

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VRScout

JANUARY 26, 2021

This Thursday marks the start of the 2021 Sundance International Film Festival , a seven-day celebration of independent filmmaking, emerging storytellers, and new media projects. Some rooms (Film Party) allow those with a webcam to stream video directly to their avatar, replacing the static image they selected before with a talking head.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

Ridley, who plays the role of Bertha Benz, will join Singer and Lesley Paterson as executive producers when Trailblazer is made into a film and graphic novel series. Berthas determination and courage are incredibly inspiring, Ridley tells Hollywood Reporter. Its been such a privilege to step into her world and help tell her story.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

“Every film consists of four acts, each featuring five scenes. Coming December 12th to Quest 2 headsets and above, Action Hero instead puts players into the role of the protagonist of five different ‘movies’ which span multiple genres.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Sundance Film Festival’s New Frontier showcase was conducted virtually this year in response to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic. ” In total, the 2021 Sundance Film Festival attracted over 600,000 views ; that’s 2.7x Sundance Institute shares some impressive numbers regarding this year’s virtual showcase.

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VRScout

JULY 7, 2021

The legendary film festival goes virtual to deliver a series of live talks featuring some of the biggest names in the XR industry. Along with these incredible works of art, Cannes XR – Marché du Film is also hosting its own series of industry-focused panels featuring some of the biggest names in the world of VR.

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VRScout

JULY 27, 2021

Arriving in Cannes for the film festival is a remarkable experience. But I wasn’t here to see Adam Driver standing on some steps, strobe-lit by paparazzi, or Matt Damon explaining that the production of his recent film was “a journey”. The French, as you may or may not know, do festivals very well. I was here for XR.

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APRIL 21, 2021

To learn more about the collaboration as well as each festival’s unique approach, I caught up with Michael Swierczynski, Director of NewImages Festival; Guillaume Esmiol, Deputy Director of Cannes’ Marché du Film; and Loren Hammonds, Vice President of Immersive Programming of the Tribeca Festival. Image Credit: Reality Check VR.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

I think it is more effective than them just watching the film. To boot, Daniels works with the app every morning, comparing it to a “flight simulator for QBs.” ” “It’s a unique technology, and it’s definitely for the quarterbacks,” Kingsbury said. “I

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VRScout

JULY 11, 2022

The feature-length film was shot entirely in VR and follows the journey of five individuals. The 90-minute film was shot entirely in VR; at no point do we learn the real-world identities of its subjects. The film presents an immersive journey through the world and different VRChat communities. We’re going to be on @HBO ! ‘We

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OCTOBER 11, 2024

Fujita, a DreamWorks Animation veteran, is also known for his work at the now defunct Oculus Story Studios on VR animated short films Henry (2015) and chapter 1 of Wolves in the Walls (2018), as well as a massive slate of VR animations , some of which you can see in the Theater Elsewhere app right now.

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VRScout

APRIL 26, 2021

Developer Respawn Entertainment made history during last night’s 2021 Academy Awards after a short film included as part of its VR WWII shooter Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond took home the award for Best Documentary (Short Subject). By all accounts, this marks the first time a video game developer has won an Academy Award.

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JANUARY 20, 2022

Today marks the start of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival, kicking off nine days of incredible films premieres, conversations, and immersive experiences. Film Party – A dedicated social space where attendees can chat with Sundance creators about their respective projects using proximity audio and video chat.

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JUNE 8, 2022

There’s something special about seeing a film or live show at an independent arthouse theater. Perhaps it’s because these specialized venues choose to show independently produced films made on limited budgets or provide a live theater space for directors, actors, and playwrights to perform without judgment.

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MARCH 15, 2021

The Museum of Other Realities —a VR multiplayer art platform for PC VR headsets—will be opening its doors to the public 100% free-of-charge as part of a limited-time partnership with Kaleidoscope and Digital Catapult aimed at bringing British VR experiences and immersive films to the next-generation art gallery.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Catch first-run theatrical releases like Ryan Reynold’s new film Free Guy in VR on Oculus Quest headsets. Facebook this week announced the arrival of Vudu from Fandango on Oculus Quest headsets, allowing you to enjoy over 200,000 films and television shows from the comfort of your own VR screening room. Image Credit: Fandango.

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VRScout

JULY 8, 2021

It’s not often you come across an interactive short film as emotionally powerful as Madrid Noir. The 46-minute film noir-inspired adventure tells the story of Lola, an over-curious young girl on a mission to uncover the mysterious activities of her own uncle in Madrid, Spain. Image Credit: VRScout. Feature Image Credit: VRScout.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

Eli Roth, director of iconic horror films such as Hostel and Cabin Fever , is returning to VR with a new horror experience. According to Meta, the combination 180 and 360-degree film is around 30 minutes long and will be available on Quest 2 and Quest Pro headsets via Meta Quest TV and Horizon Worlds , Meta’s own social VR metaverse.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Despite Apple stocking its Vision Pro App Store with millions of iOS apps and some very flashy first-party content, like the recently released short VR film Submerged , such an expensive headset has predictably curtailed third-party developer interest.

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