5 Animation Trends to Watch Out for in 2017

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : For anyone working within animation, or with an intention to, in 2017, it helps to know what you are likely going to be coming into. As technology continues to change and improve to ever higher levels, it helps to know the current major design and planning trends. With the help of the right information, you can make sure that when you enter the market you make an immediate impact.  The year 2016 was a time for...

Furious 7: The Fast Boys Are Back With An Epic Trailer

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Hello guys. How are you? If you have been around for the last decade or so then you’ll probably remember a little film called The Fast and The Furious. Here we are 13 years later and the franchise is still going strong!  Furious 7 has been one of this year’s most anticipated films. The fans are interested to see what new direction the producers are going to take the film, after suffering the loss of one of its main characters;...

5 Easy Tips And Tricks For 3D Animation

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Today, broods as well as grown-ups are all enthralled with the bizarre plots and astonishing rotations of animated cartoon movies. The animation industry has originated a long way now, by taking a simple 2D hand drawn plan to a totally new phase of 3D animation where gears come to life with all feature having exclusive qualities.  3D animation is the continuous increasing tendency for most of the movies right now; be...

5 Cool Things You Can Do With The Leading Video Editing Software Programs

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : What's up? There are some five cool things that you can do with the leading video editing software programs. These are things that can, in the final analysis, make your video productions look more professional.  We will be examining the said ‘five cool things’ with the objective of understanding their import. We will also be looking at ways in which you can do these ‘five cool things’ using the best tools that are...

3D Movies: A Passing Fad Or Here To Stay?

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : The film industry has seen its share of ups and downs due to the financial issues impacting economies worldwide in the past decade.  However, the growth of 3D films, which have commanded higher ticket prices, has buoyed the industry's fortunes through continued profits. Weathering the advent of streaming movies, piracy, and reduced entertainment budgets, filmmakers have put a lot of stock in 3D movies and the potential...

What To Look For In A New TV

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description :  Buying a new TV can be a lot more complicated than it used to be. With options including HD, plasma, LCD, and a large range of different specs in the term of pixels and Hz, it can be difficult to decide which TV is worth buying and which is just hyped up with fancy terminology.  Because you are spending your valuable money and possibly taking out some in store finance to purchase a TV, it’s important to choose...

A Production Tool That Makes Life Easier

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description :  If you want to simplify the task of creating and distributing a call sheet, a call sheet app is exactly what you should be using. In fact, any film industry insider will surely find this tool a must-have since it has great resources that can be accessed through your smartphone or laptop.  The app is available in two versions: Doddleme free app and DoddlePro This version may be free, but you can't turn your nose...

The Real and Unreal Science of "Star Trek"

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description :  Since 1966, Star Trek has encouraged our imaginations to boldly go where no one has gone before. Star Trek dared us imagine moving faster than the speed of light, being locked in deadly combat in the vacuum of space and finding common ground with intergalactic beings light years away from Earth. However, it was not merely the concept of interstellar travel and super-intelligent aliens that drew us in but the promise...

TED : Robert Legato - The Art of Creating Awe

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Did we really see what we thought we saw? Robert Legato creates visual illusions (effects) for movies so good they (sometimes) trump the real thing - thinking deeply both about vfx's expanding tech power and the truly new creative processes that can result.  Legato won his first Oscar in 1998 for his work on James Cameron's Titanic, after several years in television supervising effects on two Star Trek series.  His...

How To Build A Home Theatre At A Reasonable Price

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Many people these days have that magical room in their house known as the home theatre. Often referred to as a “movie room” or “media centre” the home theatre is now a highly popular place for families and friends to gather. People inexperienced in the whole home theatre scene are often concerned at how expensive it could be to construct and how much room it may take up. But things have changed. People who have not upgraded...

CNETTV : Apple TV earns Editors' Choice Award

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : The new Apple TV with 1080p HD gives you access to the best content - blockbuster movies, TV shows, sports, your music and photos, and more - right on your widescreen TV.  You can even play content from your iOS devices on your TV using AirPlay. Best of all, Apple TV is just $99. Learn more >> Great HD Content : The hottest movies and your favorite TV shows from iTunes. The entire Netflix catalog of...

At NAB Show - HP DreamColor Display & Hurlbut Visuals

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Digital film and video production with color critical control from start to finish. Shane Hurlbut A.S.C. Cinematographer from Hurlbut Visuals talks at NAB Show about the changes he has made to his production workflow since integrating HP's DreamColor Display with 7 pre set color spaces including REC 709 and Adobe RGB.  Shooting with today's digital pro cameras - like RED and Canon, Shane uses the DreamColor on location...

Color Critical Film Production : HP DreamColor Displays and Hurlbut Visuals

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : This is a 2.5 minute video talking with Shawn Hurlbut of Hurlbut Visuals about the value of having the HP DreamColor display in his film production workflow.  From controlling color on location using the DreamColor as his eyepiece for digital cameras to matching up colors in the edit bay this workflow eliminates time and money in his productions. Find more on :http://www.hurlbutvisuals.com/press *by and...

The Future of Entertainment : Jamie Masada, Founder of the Laugh Factory and Brian David

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Intel Futurist, Brian David Johnson has a conversation with comedy innovator and humanitarian, Jamie Masada, founder and owner of The Laugh Factory, about the future of entertainment and putting comedy on the internet. *by andreascy* ...

Amazon Instant Video on Xbox LIVE

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Looking for something to do? With the Amazon Instant Video app on Xbox 360, you can access any movie or TV episode you’ve previously rented or bought from Amazon Instant Video.  Amazon has more than 120,000 titles, including new release movies and next-day TV episodes. In addition, Amazon Prime members can watch thousands of videos on Xbox 360 at no additional cost to their membership. Watch this video to...

Xbox LIVE partnered up with ABC to sponsor the Desperate Housewives Wrap Party

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : Xbox LIVE partnered up with ABC to sponsor the Desperate Housewives Wrap Party.  Catch up on all of your favorite Desperate Housewives episodes on Xbox LIVE!  *by andreascy* ...

Tech Animation : Intel® Insider

Posted by Andreas Christodoulou

Description : This is one of a set of 6 Tech Animations focused on some of the key technologies for 3rd Gen Intel® Core™.  Do you want to understand or show your customers how Intel® Turbo Boost, Intel® Quick Sync Video, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel® Wireless Display, Intel® Insider, and Intel® HD Graphics works?  These short videos educate on the technologies and show some of the usage models and...