All-British First for UK 3-D Indie Horror Film

LONDON -

- Vision3 Pioneer All-British Technical Team for ‘Elfie Hopkins and The Gammons’, Starring Jaime Winstone (Kidulthood, Donkey Punch, Dead Set)

Leading UK 3-D stereoscopic production company Vision3 announce their appointment as exclusive 3-D consultants and creative partners on ‘Elfie Hopkins and The Gammons’, produced by Size 9 Productions and stars Jaime Winstone (Kidulthood, Donkey Punch, Dead Set).

The project is a landmark as the first British 3-D feature to involve an entirely UK based creative and technical team. Up until now, 3-D features filmed in the UK have relied on outsourcing from US or European based companies.

Size 9 Production’s decision is a crucial step in establishing 3-D film production in the UK. Axis Films will supply specialist camera equipment and On Sight will handle the post production and data lab process.

Vision3 was formed in late 2008 by Chris Parks, a stereographer of over 15 years, and Angus Cameron a Vfx veteran of nearly 50 features. Their 3-D experience includes involvement on films as diverse as ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’, the IMAX features ‘Bugs! 3-D’ and ‘Wings of Courage’ and 3-D project management for Peter Jackson.

During 2009 Vision3 has shot a range of 3-D projects using a variety of techniques including high speed photography, time-lapse, motion control, greenscreen and specialist snorkel photography. Recent projects include filming the world’s first full length 3-D ballet, Swan Lake, at the Royal Opera House and an ambitious 3-D promotion of Dubai’s new GBP2.5 billion Metro system to be presented in September to Sheik Mohammed, the Ruler of Dubai.

Ryan Andrews, Director ‘Elfie Hopkins and the Gammons’: “Vision3 has installed huge confidence in me when it comes to 3-D film making. They have shown dedication to create a beautiful visual for the film and also a great understanding of how to enhance the story telling through 3-D. 3-D is basically another film making tool and Vision3 know how this exciting new technology can be used to engage an audience.”

Steve Matthews, Producer at Size 9 Productions: “We’re thrilled to be working with Vision3 on this movie. They’re proper film-makers and they share our vision for this very exciting project. Not only do we feel completely safe working with them with cutting edge 3-D technology but more importantly it is a real creative partnership.”

Chris Parks, Stereographer and Joint Managing Director of VISION3: “It’s really exciting to have been involved with this film from an early stage in the creative process. It will enable 3-D to be used as an integral part of the film, to help tell the story, rather than just as a gimmicky add-on. I’m really looking forward to helping the director realise his vision for this project.”

Angus Cameron, Stereo Post Consultant and Joint Managing Director of VISION3: “The UK is in a strong position to take advantage of the exciting developments in 3-D. There is a huge amount of talent in the industry and by working together with companies such as Size 9 Productions we will ensure that cinema audiences enjoy a quality 3-D experience.

For Details Contact Adam: P: +44(0)7729717531, E: adam@vision3.tv

Source: Vision3

For Details Contact Adam: P: +44(0)7729717531, E: adam at vision3.tv