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May 10, 2004

Machinimag publication

Machinimag is as the name suggests an online publication specialising in all things machinima. The site includes articles, forum and a downloadable PDF. Attractive supplement to the machinima online communities and magazines such as 3DFilmMaker.com and Machinima.com...
Posted by Editor on May 10, 2004 11:18 AM | Permalink | TrackBack

March 09, 2004

Anna machinima short

While creating the first machinima-based music video for Zero 7 (directed by Tommy Pallotta) Fountainhead Entertainment continue to push the boundaries of the form in unexpected directions with their recent short Anna, where not a robot or fragfest is in sight. Anna | Zero7 / In the waiting line Anna showcases a stunning use of light and shade. With expert renderings of organic forms, it has a refreshingly simple set-up and offers a case study in dramatic use of music, coupled with sparse effects and limited animation to evoke mood and curiosity. "Made in Fountainhead Entertainment's Quake III-based Machinimation, this...
Posted by Editor on March 9, 2004 11:08 AM | Permalink | TrackBack

February 18, 2004

Onimusha 3: Demon Siege computer game intro

Outstanding computer game intro movie for Capcom's forthcoming Onimusha 3: Demon Siege. "Onimusha 3 Demon Siege furtherboosts its CG movie production quality to motion picture standards by enlisting the talents of acclaimed movie director Takashi Yamazaki, and Donnie Yen whose recent work can be seen in such movies as Blade 2, Shanghai Nights, the Oscar nominated film ‘Hero’ and is currently the action supervisor for several popular Japanese films. The dramatic six minute opening cinematic is epic in scope." [Source: Capcom press release] Intro CG is overseen by Robot, who also handled previous cinematics for the game instalments. Also notable... Read more "Onimusha 3: Demon Siege computer game intro" »
Posted by Editor on February 18, 2004 10:01 AM | Permalink | TrackBack

January 18, 2004

Red Vs Blue Season 2

Machinima based on Halo-engine, enters its second season, and is available for download. One of best directed examples of the form: Red vs Blue Season 2...
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