Ben 10: Alien Swarm
Cartoon Network
Cartoon Network Studios
Evan Jacobs, Visual Effects Supervisor; Sean McPherson, Visual Effects Supervisor; Andrew Orloff, Visual Effects Supervisor; Brent Young, Character Supervisor
July 23, 2010
November 17, 2009
4D Theatre: Super 78 Produces China’s Premiere Digital Flying Attraction Film Flight of the Dragon at Shanghai’s OCT Theme Park
Super 78 Studios advances digital filmmaking in China, by producing the first ever digital large format, live-action aerial film for Shanghai's largest theme park with a projected annual attendance of three to five million people.
Super 78 Studios, Inc., an innovative production company providing expert digital media content worldwide, today announced the completion of their film for OCT (Overseas Chinese Town) and their 220 Acre Happy Valley Theme Park, Shanghai’s largest theme park located in the Sheshan Resort area which is anticipated to attract between three to five million guests annually.
Flight of the Dragon is the first ever, digital large format live-action aerial film produced for the China market. Super 78 Studios was sought out by OCT for their ambitious and powerhouse approach to making a film that was, considered by most, nearly impossible. Through a series of detailed design strategies, innovative digital mastering techniques, and a solution-oriented philosophy, Super 78 delivers this unique attraction film set to debut in 2010.
Flight of the Dragon, written and directed by Brent Young, Super 78’s Principal and Chief Creative Officer, is a large format film that captures astonishing aerial footage of China’s Great Wall, scenic views of the Yellow Mountains, Zhangjiajie, and the Lijiang River, taking guests through an extraordinary tour of China’s most famous and beautiful landmarks. This magical story of China begins with a photo-real, computer generated Dragon who accompanies the audience through the spectacular landmarks while guiding us towards the grand finale fireworks display over Shanghai’s futuristic Pudong district.
“Our team spent nearly eight weeks in helicopters over various locations to film a truly one-of-a-kind film,” says Brent Young. “Integrating unique animation elements enabled us to incorporate the rich Chinese culture on a grand scale.”
Dina Benadon, Super 78 CEO adds, “As an independent Hollywood-based studio, we faced a lot of challenges in the production process--dealing with the government, the military, and local production studios is very different from what Western producers are accustom to. We had to learn how to work in a new culture, with very unique customs and business practices while producing a film of this caliber. I think our exceptional team opened doors for future producers and this film will certainly play a key role in further bridging the cultural differences between our two countries.”
Charlotte Huggins, a well-known 3D feature film producer with acclaimed production credits that include Journey to the Center of the Earth (Warner Bros.), Honey I Shrunk The Audience (Disney) and Fly Me to The Moon (nWave Pictures) further added “The combination of securing multiple permits, access to equipment, restricted air space, in addition to cultural and language barriers was considered virtually impossible, but we did it. Our American and Chinese crews delivered an unprecedented experience for the people of China. We’re thrilled to capture the beauty of the countryside from the air which has been seen by so few Chinese—the visual experience is spellbinding.” Utilizing the latest in attraction technologies, the film will be projected on an air-suspended 30 meter by 17 meter dome screen, where four Christie Projectors will deliver the highest image quality. This amazing attraction is designed to fulfill the guest experience and the feeling of flying.
To achieve this major undertaking, Super 78 assembled a world-class team and developed proprietary image manipulation tools. The color correction process was completed at Fotokem and supervised by Rick Gordonwhose credits include Wild Ocean 3D, U2 3D, and Sea Monsters. Using a proprietary technique known as the Super Canvas™ process and led by Super 78 in-house artistMichael “Oz” Smith, the film maintains its integrity when projected on any exhibition platform. Super 78 converted the footage to fit the custom dome projection system and to perform in the highest resolution possible.
Further enhancements to the attraction include a 35,000-watt sound system delivering a world-class musical score by Emmy award-winning composer, Dan Zank, exuding powerful Chinese melodies and accents recorded by members of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. To complete the total immersive guest experience, in-theater effects including wind, mist and aromatic scents like bamboo-forest, make this a one-of-a kind theme park attraction.
About Super 78
Super 78 Studios is a group of multi-talented artists, technicians and engineers and who have developed and produced entertaining and educational stories across several digital media platforms. Celebrating 13 years in business, this award-winning creative production company continues to accentuate well-known brands and intellectual properties into special venues and experiential markets. With offices in Hollywood, California and Beijing, China, and offering a large library of original content, Super 78 is expanding into creating, producing and owning live-action and animated properties. For more information, please visit www.super78.com.
November 13, 2009
SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment and Super 78 Partner with Nickelodeon to Produce Dora and Diego’s 4-D: “Catch That Robot Butterfly” Adventure
NEW YORK and Hollywood, Fla.–Oct. 29, 2009–Special venue attractions powerhouse, SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment, and creative studio, Super 78, have partnered with Nickelodeon--the number-one entertainment brand for kids to produce a unique new attraction—“Dora and Diego’s 4-D Adventure”--based on the network’s hit animated preschool series Dora The Explorer and Go, Diego Go!. Featuring beloved characters Dora, Diego, Boots and more, “Dora and Diego’s 4-D Adventure” will encompass a nine-minute 4-D movie experience and a four-minute 3-D motion simulation ride. The attraction will be available to theme parks, museums and other family destinations around the world in early 2010.
“Nickelodeon’s Dora and Diego are perfect additions for this type of attraction because of their huge appeal to families around the world,” said Mike Frueh, Senior Vice President of SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Nickelodeon to produce a media experience that brings a beloved brand like Dora to families everywhere,” said Super 78 principal, Dina Benadon.
“The integration of 3-D technology and the dazzling in-theater effects will engage Dora and Diego fans on a whole new level,” said Gerald Raines, Nickelodeon Recreation. “This new experience builds on the interactivity families have come to love from these shows.”
In the nine-minute film, directed by Brent Young of Super 78, guests will join Dora and Diego and their rainforest friends as they try to stop Swiper’s latest invention--the Robot Butterfly--from swiping the homes of the animals in the rainforest. The 3-D motion simulation ride will add an extra dimension with theatrical lighting, scent, wind, water and other in-theater effects to deliver the ultimate 4-D experience. Venues can feature both the film and the 3-D motion simulation ride, or just host the film.
Dora the Explorer--the number-one preschool program on all of television in the U.S. (source: NMR: 6/29/09-9/27/09)--is designed to actively engage its audience in an interactive quest using a variety of learning techniques. Created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh Valdes and Eric Weiner, Dora the Explorer is syndicated to TV broadcasters in 135 markets and translated in 24 languages, with consumer products in 30 territories. The series has been honored with a Peabody Award (2003), three Imagen Awards (2001-2003); a Gracie Allen Award (2004-2005) and an Alma Award (2002).
About Super 78
Super 78 Studios is a group of artists and technicians who have consistently delivered entertaining and educational stories across all platforms. For over 12 years, the award winning creative and production company continues to help extend well-known brands and intellectual properties into special venues and the experiential market. Now, with offices in Hollywood and Beijing, and armed with original content, Super 78 is expanding into creating, producing and owning live action and animated content. www.super78.com
Super 78 Studios is a group of artists and technicians who have consistently delivered entertaining and educational stories across all platforms. For over 12 years, the award winning creative and production company continues to help extend well-known brands and intellectual properties into special venues and the experiential market. Now, with offices in Hollywood and Beijing, and armed with original content, Super 78 is expanding into creating, producing and owning live action and animated content. www.super78.com
About SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment
SimEx-Iwerks is the leading innovator of 3-D and 4-D Attractions and serves over 150 successful family-friendly attractions in 30 countries. SimEx-Iwerks distributes a wide variety of high impact 3-D/4-D films and is respected for its worldwide service. www.simex-iwerks.com
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 30th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books, magazines and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 15 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA - News, VIA.B - News).
Nickelodeon, now in its 30th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books, magazines and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 15 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA - News, VIA.B - News).
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