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Dune, Megalopolis, and More!

Writer's picture: Rob ChandlerRob Chandler

Updated: Nov 21, 2024

28th October 2024

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Hello Starting Pixel Community!

We’ve got a line-up of cutting-edge news this week—perfect for a quick read with your coffee (or tea, if we’re keeping it British!). Here’s a rundown of what’s happening in our WhatsApp group and beyond in the virtual production world:


Unreal Engine and Dune: Part Two: Denis Villeneuve’s Dune sequel flexes the Unreal Engine in new ways, pushing the boundaries of immersive storytelling. This one’s worth a geek-out discussion in the group! HERE 


Megalopolis on an LED Volume: Francis Ford Coppola dives into virtual production, with Megalopolis bringing the magic of LED volume tech to his visionary world-building. Talk about a blend of classic and cutting-edge! HERE 


Broadcast Tech Innovation Awards: The UK’s own celebration now features Virtual Production in the spotlight. Nominees bring an exciting range of projects that showcase how the UK is helping lead this revolution. HERE 


State of Virtual Production | Unreal Fest 2024: Unreal Fest has just dropped their latest video, diving deep into 2024’s virtual production advancements. A must-watch, and it’s ready for streaming on YouTube. We've also written a breakdown HERE 


The ABC of Unreal Engine: For Filmmakers: A newly released book that’s perfect for anyone wanting to get hands-on with Unreal, especially tailored for filmmakers. Another gem for the shelf! HERE 


IBC 2025 Kickstart Challenge Proposals: Now’s the chance to make your mark at IBC 2025. Proposals are open, so get those ideas polished and ready for the spotlight. HERE 


SXSW London: Speaker submissions are open! If you have insights to share or know someone who does, it’s a great platform for innovative voices in our industry. HERE 

Plenty to chew over this week, from epic films to the latest tech and virtual production awards. Let’s keep the conversation going and inspire each other with these stories! 


Catch you in the chat!

Rob & team


What's Hot in the WhatsApp Group!

 Prime Video and Unreal Engine team up for a new Anthology Series inspired by 15 Iconic games.


OpenTrackIO is a free and open-source protocol designed by the SMPTE RiS-OSVP group that seeks to improve interoperability in Virtual Production and beyond. 


SPL24! Speaker Showreel up on startingpixel.com and sizzle on YouTube

 

How DPs can use Volume Stages to enhance their cinematography 



VP related Events and Training


  • ScreenSkills | Virtual Production Webinar series 2024- 2024: Looking at Virtual Production Roles. Apply HERE

  • Immersive Arts Initiative | UK-wide Programme - develop artist’s work using immersive technologies HERE

  • 30 Oct | Online | Photorealism in Virtual Production course HERE

  • 4-15 Nov | Buckinghamshire | Free VFX Production Manager Skills Bootcamp HERE

  • 5 Nov | Netherlands | Chaos Cafe - free event for 3D visualisation enthusiasts HERE

  • 6 Nov | London | the AI Creative Summit. READ MORE

  • 6 Nov | London | A walk through Virtual Production technology with CVP. HERE 

  • 2-7 June 2025 | SXSW London | Where creativity, culture and technology converge. Apply to participate HERE


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