Connect with us

ENTERTAINMENT

3 TECH ADVANCEMENTS BEHIND ‘AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER’

Published

on

As we examine the technology behind the second Avatar movie, James Cameron can be seen mixing his duties as an inventor and a filmmaker on most of his sets. Using AI, algorithms, brand-new cameras, and other technologies, Cameron has shared how this one was made.

wing Cam/Virtual Cam: Cameron wanted to be there as the performers performed on the “volume” of the virtual stage in order to record their on-screen antics in real time. As a result, the Simulcam or Swing Camera was developed, giving filmmakers more freedom of movement due to its screen’s ability to swing flawlessly at any angle.

Fusion Camera System: In addition, Cameron made use of the Fusion 3D Camera System. This module enabled the cinematographer to simultaneously take two photos that were aligned and gave the appearance of depth, producing the ideal immersive 3D experience. He modified this set-up somewhat for “Avatar” in order to get the more photorealistic pictures required to show off Pandora’s diverse flora and animals.

Motion capture: Cameron used a previously unheard-of strategy. In order to concentrate a specially built camera on a 6-inch tiny boom directly in front of the actors’ faces, small rigs that were linked to skull caps were fitted to the actors. Using these two improvements, the type of motion capture was transformed into an all-around performance capture. Movement-prone facial areas were highlighted with dots to track them in a better way. Every dialogue delivery and expression change accompanied by a range of emotions was recorded and turned into a computerized framework. The CG characters were brought to life on screen by animators and digital artists using the frameworks that were provided to them.

Future Hollywood projects will undoubtedly benefit from the underwater performance capture technologies and methods that Cameron and his creative team developed for Avatar: The Way of Water. James Cameron’s journey deserves to be portrayed on the biggest screens, from being rejected by multiple studios for his project because they thought it was too dangerous, then to witnessing it become the highest-grossing movie of all time and inspiring filmmakers all over the world.

Continue Reading

ENTERTAINMENT

NEW CONCEPT ‘HARRY POTTER’ CAFE OPENS IN TOKYO

Published

on

By

If you ever find yourself in Tokyo on your travels, it’s worth exploring the new official Harry Potter Café, which is to help commemorate the franchise’s success in Japan, especially for fans of the iconic movie series.

The Akasaka Biz Tower, where the café is located, is currently embodying other elements of the Wizarding World, such as a staircase that has been converted to resemble the moving staircase in the franchise. Notably, the staircase connects the tower to the Akasaka ACT Theater, where the play will be performed in Japanese.

 Kisa Toyoshima

So whilst the cafe provides fans with souvenirs and Hogwarts-themed decor, we take a look at the food and drinks on offer:

First, the café offers scones with jams in the shapes of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff, keeping with its British heritage. The traditional dinner of beans and toast has a Harry Potter twist; it’s called Platform 934 Beans. The Dragon’s Breath Roast Beef and the Owl Post Sunday Roast are some of the heartier snacks.

There is also meat-free Hedwig Cake, which is a dessert. The artistic dish depicts an owl with its beak clutching a Hogwarts acceptance letter.

There are also other potions available. Spells like “Expecto Patronum,” “Wingardium Leviosa,” “Stupify,” and “Herbivicus” are channelled into a variety of cocktails and mocktails, all boiling away beneath the surface to captivate your taste buds.

The magical café is a part of Warner Bros. Entertainment’s spectacular celebration of the July 8th launch of the play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in Japan. In the meantime, the cafe is open as a soft launch. You can find out more via the site.

 

Courtesy: Warner Bros Entertainment Inc Publishing Rights

Continue Reading

ENTERTAINMENT

4:44

Published

on

By

After not releasing an album for the past four years. The 13th Studio album by the 21 Grammy JAY-Z has been long overdue with bringing out a new musical project. But on the 30th of June, the wait was over, 4:44 a mysterious album with very little marketing prior to the two weeks, This release is another exclusive to his music Streaming service TIDAL, there was a trailer with some academy award winning actors which picked up a lot of traction due to the high profile of the actors and the hype around the album. This album many suspected was a direct response to Beyoncé last studio album Lemon where she speaks about infidelity presumably by her husband and JAY-Z confirms these rumors and publically apologies on the title track ‘4:44’. As well as that Jay speaks about financial freedom and brand ownership. The album is being hailed as one of his most open and honest yet, speaking on all things from his relationship, his drug dealing past, his relationship with his late father and his homosexual mother. This album is definitely up there with one of his best bodies of work yet and we look forward to seeing what Mr. Sean Carter has next up his sleeve.

Continue Reading

ENTERTAINMENT

SANTAN DAVE: TEQUILLA

Published

on

By

Santan Dave is back, with an incredible tune just as smooth as…well, Tequila. The young British rapper, drops his latest single “Tequila” and this promises to set the fire burning yet again for Dave.
With his smooth tone, Spanish guitars and infections hook, this will be another instant classic.

Continue Reading

Trending

© COPYRIGHT 2024, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | PROUDLY HOSTED BY TIRPSE