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VFX portal
Jan 3rd
VFX Portal is a Facebook/Twitter like platform dedicated to VFX World with different features :
- a wall system where every Users (just need to Register) can publish a Status, Blog post, Quote or Link. Page will refresh automatically.
- a Private Message Board to contact each other in private.
- a Chat system at the bottom of the page, limited to 10 users for now.
- a Message Board to let people publish some job opportunities, announcement or reels.
You can use the wall to share anything you want, link, news, tips, your mood, or ask for question when you need some help, or if you are struggling with something. The idea is to offer a very flexible, easy, and automatic platform where people can access information very quickly.
We also have a blog roll presenting the latest news from the most important VFX website.
Also in development :
- a Toolbox, with a lot of very usefull links
- a global VFX Wiki, if people are interested in helping to this big feature
- an image bank
It’s here : http://portal.makingfx.net
Just need to Register
Cinesite – New website and Reel
Mar 4th
Hi,
A small announcement just to let you know that Cinesite, one of the major VFX Facilities in London just launched a new website and put a new showreel online.
It worth to have a look at this new website which offers shots Full Screen. It’s a good idea. That’s nice.
CINESITE : http://cinesite.com
Angela Wilson Gyetvan Launches New 3D Company, Digital Whisper
Mar 2nd
Today, a new company, dedicated to 3D productions for TV and Film industry has born ! Here is the press release published on Studio Daily.
Industry Expert to Focus on Problem-solving and Advisory Services to Facilitate Cost Effective Live-Action 3D Production
LOS ANGELES, March 02, 2011 | SHOOT Publicity Wire | — In response to the fast-growing and oft times confusing 3D production needs in television and film, industry expert Angela Wilson Gyetvan today launched Digital Whisper. The professional services consulting company aims to provide better clarity, options and recommendations for companies either planning to enter the industry, shoot in stereoscopic 3D, or looking for guidance and insight for the best and most up-to-date resources and technologies within the 3D world.
Despite the incredible growth seen in the 3D industry over the last few years, there has never been a central unaffiliated resource for 3D knowledge and go-to-market strategies for both large and small scale producers of 3D content.
“As with all things new, 3D production has a steep learning curve. Digital Whisper works with all stakeholders at all levels to give them the best solutions for their problems,” said Gyetvan. “We are here to help navigate the back country; identify the necessary resources, and bring all creative visions to life — on time, and on budget — whether it’s a feature film, high-profile football match, or brand-new 3D network. My new shop will focus on tracking and assessing the whisperings and wisdom in the world of 3D entertainment.”
Discover 6 minutes of Rango
Feb 28th
If you still don’t know anything about Rango, it’s time to look at this 6 minutes video !
Rango is the first full CG Animated movie from ILM (Industrial Lights and Magic), directed by Gore Verbinsky (Pirates of the Caribbeans), and staring Johnny Depp.
It will probably be a very good movie. The 3D is very nice, with kind of a realistic render on more cartoony geometry.
Look forward to seeing it !
But first, let’s have a look at this long video that appeared on the internet today !
Paul Franklin and Double Negative won the Oscar for Inception
Feb 28th
Just a small word to say that Double Negative won the Oscar yesterday for the incredible work they’ve done on Inception, under the supervision of Paul Franklin and Pete Bebb.
Congratulation to all my friends from Dneg who worked on this movie : Paul of course, Dan, Gurel, Philippe, Bruno, Matt, Nina, Vic, Hannah, Kate, Alex, and all the Inception team !
I’m very very happy for you guys !
Sucker Punch – trailer and Poster
Feb 25th
Yes I know, I could have just copy and paste the text from my previous post.
This is again a trailer and some posters… But this has nothing to do with Winnie the Pooh. We’re talking about Sucker Punch, the new Zack Snyder movie ! And it’s not for children at all. I’m not quite sure about the film itself. I don’t especially like Snyder style. It’s probably too graphic and too CG for me. But I have to admit that the posters are really cool !
Let’s have a look at it !
Winnie the Pooh – Poster and Trailer
Feb 25th
poster
The poster of Winnie the Pooh, the film released in theatre July 15, has a brand new poster, that I personally like a lot. Actually, I think this project is awesome, and the design is really nice. It remembers me the old time of Disney movies I used to watch as a kid, and I’m sure this new Winnie Features will be a great success.
Here is the poster
And the trailer
