Proof Inc., one of the film industry’s leading visualization houses, provided Previsualization and Postvisualization services, as well as final Visual Effects and some Motion Graphics imagery, for Universal Pictures’ “Riddick,” it was announced today by Proof’s Creative Director/Founder Ron Frankel. Currently in theaters, the film opened # 1 this weekend at the box office. nnSpearheaded by Proof’s VFX Supervisor Raul Moreno, Proof provided the Previs for 10 shots presented in “Riddick,” including several scenes depicting spaceships. Proof also provided several Postvis shots in which 3D models of these spaceships were matched up against original plates. In addition, Proof was involved with the look development of a number of shots, including those in which some of the film’s characters interact with a 3D map, as well as with a machete weapon. Proof also provided some finished 3D motion graphics sequences featured in the film. nnWorking closely with director David Twohy, Raul Moreno and Proof also finished 30 VFX shots featured in “Riddick.” Proof began working with the plates, and moved on to 3D tracking, modeling, texturing & lighting, 2D tracking & integration, camera match moves, and ultimately to final compositing & rendering. nnGunnar Hansen, VFX Supervisor on “Riddick,” said,” “Proof’s work on the visual effects for this film really helped editorial tell the story. These shots were editorially sensitive, depicted several important moments within the storyline, and allowed our director David Twohy to provide Proof with quick feedback. The quality of Proof’s finished VFX shots was so good, in fact, that a number of them even appeared in the film’s trailer. Working with Proof on ‘Riddick’ was an excellent experience. They really stepped up to the plate, and did a truly great job.” nn
nnAbout PROOF INC.nFounded in 2002 in Los Angeles by Ron Frankel, Proof Inc. is one Hollywood’s leading providers of high-quality visualization services for the feature film and live entertainment industries. In addition to “Riddick,” the company’s other recent projects have included “Fast & Furious 6,” “Man of Steel,” “The Hangover, Part 3,” “42,” “Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters,” “The Amazing Spider-Man,” and “The Hunger Games,” to name just a few. nnUpcoming projects include “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” and “Fast & Furious 7.”nnFrom the start of development through to delivery, the talented digital artists of Proof help filmmakers tell their stories and realize their visions. Whether a major studio feature film, a large-scale architectural installation, a TV commercial, or a live concert, Proof’s unique blend of visual artistry and technical expertise ensures that the company’s work on any project is as accurate as it is evocative. nnProof specializes in four areas of creative services:nnPrevis: A collaborative process using 3D animation software and real-time computer graphics to generate preliminary versions of shots or sequences; nnVirtual Production: Proof provides on-set visualization, the synchronization and compositing of live photography with 2D or 3D virtual elements, for immediate visual feedback;nnPostvis: This is a creative process whereby filmmakers can direct the p
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Asian World Film Festival Reveals Asian Vision Program Lineup, Snow Leopard and Bruce Lee Honorees, and Jury Members
The 10th Annual Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) is proud to announce the lineup for its inaugural Asian Vision program, which was conceived to showcase new and exceptional Asian features that have participated in major A-list film festivals and/or garnered international acclaim. The program of eight motion pictures (see list below) will be held November 17-19, 2024, with the top film receiving the Asian Vision Best Film Award. The 10th Annual Asian World Film Festival takes place November 13 - 21, 2024, at the Culver Theatre in Culver City, CA. This year’s Snow Leopard Lifetime Achievement Award, the Festival’s highest honor, will be presented to acclaimed director, screenwriter, and producer Sergei Bodrov in celebration of his remarkable 50-year career. Bodrov established his reputation as a visionary filmmaker with “Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan” (2007), nominated for the Academy Award® for Best Foreign Language Film, and “Prisoner of the Mountains” (1996), also an Oscar® nominee as well as a Cannes Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize-winner. The Snow Leopard Outstanding Cinematic Achievement Award will be presented to director, producer, and screenwriter Peter Ho-Sun Chan, one of Hong Kong’s most critically acclaimed and accomplished filmmakers. Known for his versatility and the scope of his work, Chan’s landmark films, including “Comrades: Almost a Love Story” (1996) and “The Warlords” (2007), have earned him a remarkable 233 awards from more than 400 nominations. As previously announced, AWFF will screen “Comrades: Almost a Love Story,” followed by a Q&A with Chan. Multi-award-winning actress Kathryn Bernardo will receive the Snow Leopard... Read More