May 18, 2018

Leaked docs show Google may be cooking up a stand-alone AR headset

Leaked documents show Google is currently working on a stand-alone headset for augmented reality based on one of two Qualcomm processors designed for Internet of Things devices. It may be tied to headset in the works at Meta.

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Source: Digital Trends VR

May 18, 2018

What Exactly Does an Agent Do For You?

During a panel at Cannes, four talent agents discussed their evolving role in an increasingly diverse industry.

For those filmmakers and other creatives who are on the outside and looking to get in, talent agents have traditionally been thought of as the gatekeepers to the kingdom, the ones who, with a word, can deliver a career. Of course, it’s not that simple, and while they’re becoming increasingly more influential in the film business, many people still don’t have a great idea of what an agent’s role actually is.

During a panel sponsored by The UK Film Centre, as part of the International Pavilion at Cannes, four talent agents, three from Hollywood and one from the U.K., gathered with journalist Matt Mueller from Screen International to discuss the nature of their jobs (everything from representing talent, to creating packages, and beyond) as well as the changes brought on by global box office demands, drives for increased diversity in the film industry as a whole, and more.

“We have to think outside the box to get outside-the-box movies financed.”

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Source: NoFilmSchool

May 17, 2018

First preproduction units of the Pimax ‘8K’ VR headset to ship to testers in May

The Pimax team updated its Kickstarter post, reporting that preproduction models of its 8K VR headset will ship this month to 10 participants in the closed beta. If approved, the headset will go into production and ship to backers in June.

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Source: Digital Trends VR

May 15, 2018

The best virtual reality apps of 2018

Virtual reality isn’t all about gaming. Swim with turtles, paint in 3D, and immerse yourself in some of the most unique experiences the platform has to offer, with our curated list of the best VR apps.

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Source: Digital Trends VR

May 13, 2018

Shots, Takes, and Pages: The Art of Scheduling a Film Shoot

There is a lot of footage to shoot and not enough time to shoot it in. That’s why scheduling is so important.

Film shoots can get messy. There are so many people, pieces of gear, and moving parts to keep track of and that only gets more complicated and confusing the bigger the production is. That is why scheduling takes such a huge priority in filmmaking and to help you understand a bit more about how to go about organizing your shoot, Rubidium Wu of Crimson Engine has laid out several key concepts and methods professional filmmakers use to get their productions under control. Check out his video below:

There are many, many things to consider when scheduling a film, from location availability to call times, but Wu zeros in on one area in particular that will not only help you know how long principal photography will take (and potentially cost) but also help you stay on track once production has begun.

He essentially breaks down how to “measure” and keep track of your shoot using different units of measurement: shots, setups, and pages.

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Source: NoFilmSchool