Discover Our Latest Projects & Updates ??
We're excited to share what we've been up to over the past three months. From receiving a BAFTA award for our work on 'The Witcher' Season 3 to 'The Fall Guy' and 'Iwájú' showreels and case studies, our studio has been busy! Learn about 3D artist Mercedes Delgado's masterclass at the Animayo Festival on 'Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,' and our London talks at FMX, PM&T, and the VFX Festival. The cherry on top? 'Forsaken' will be returning to Outernet this Summer, and Cinesite is now on TikTok!
CASE STUDIES & SHOWREELS
Road House
A combination of brilliant stunt-fighting, in camera techniques and VFX were used to create the raw, brutal fight sequences between Jake Gyllenhaal and Connor McGregor in Road House. Cinesite teamed up with director Doug Liman and the fantastic cast and crew in order to deliver 240 VFX shots which you wouldnt know were there.
Explore behind-the-scenes of Cinesites VFX team with our latest case study and showreel.
The Fall Guy
If you havent yet seen the adrenaline-pumping action in #TheFallGuy, where have you been?
In our quest to uphold the legacy of @Colt Seavers, the ultimate stuntman, Cinesites team crafted approximately 355 visual effects shots under the keen eye of VFX supervisor @JenniferMeire.
Explore our case study and breakdown reel for an inside look.
Iwájù
Step into the vibrant world of Iwájú with Cinesites groundbreaking collaboration with Walt Disney Animation Studios and Kugali Media.
Set in futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, Iwájú introduces a captivating narrative, chronicling the coming-of-age adventures of Tola and Kole.
Explore our three-part case study and breakdown reel for an in-depth exploration of how our animation teams brought this colorful series to life, from collaborating with Kugali, to building colourful, futuristic Lagos and ensuring cultural accuracy.
READ MORE CASE STUDIES ON OUR WEBSITE
AWARDS SUCCESS ??????
Cinesite wins BAFTA for The Witcher Season 3 VFX
Cinesite proudly received the BAFTA for Special Visual Effects for our work on The Witcher Season 3 at the 2024 British Academy Television Craft Awards on 29th April in London.
If you haven’t yet seen the breakdown reel of Cinesite’s work, you can do so now via the link below.
VES Award at Frameless
In February, Cinesite’s Immersive team won a VES award at the 22nd annual awards ceremony for our work on a stunning Rembrandt seascape. Members of our winning team were proud to visit the Frameless immersive gallery with the newly-delivered statuette.
If you haven’t yet visited the London gallery, we thoroughly recommend it!
NEWS & EVENTS
Forsaken Returns: Back at Outernet London ??
In January 2024 the short, immersive film Forsaken premiered at Outernet . If you're in London and missed it last time, due to popular demand it will be returning to run hourly throughout July and August.
The film explores species extinction, inspired by the Immortal Jellyfish. Animated by Cinesite, the visually stunning film played on 360-degree 8k screens, captivating audiences.
“It’s true, a picture says a thousand words,” said Cinesite London’s GM Joce Capper
Andy Serkis at Annecy
At the Annecy Film Festival 9-15 June, Andy Serkis was asked, how does Lord of the Rings compare with the upcoming Animal Farm, being created for him by Cinesite?
Andy Serkis describes Animal Farm as a contemporary narrative exploring the erosion of truth and innocence in todays world. At Annecy 2024, during a panel, he engaged fans with his Gollum voice and discussed the thematic connections between both projects.
Our team had a fantastic dinner with Andy Serkis and his wife Lorraine Ashbourne while he was at Annecy! Big thanks to Tamara Boutcher, Bradley Wald, Connie Nartonis Thompson, Warren Franklin, Eamonn Butler, and David Rosenbaum. See you all next year! ??
OTHER NEWS
Cinesite is now on TikTok! Follow Us!
London team at FMX, MP&T Show and the VFX Festival
Head of CG Andrew McNamara spoke on Immersive at FMX Stuttgart and joined a panel at the London VFX Festival. Head of Data Operations also spoke on essential but often overlooked supporting roles.
Finally, General Manager Joce Capper and CTO Michele Sciolette both participated in panel discussions at the Media Production & Technology Show, giving fascinating insights into the state of the industry and impact of AI.
Mercedes (Merche) Delgado TMNT: Mutant Mayhem masterclass at Animayo Festival
3D lighting artist Merche (Mercedes) Delgado presented a masterclass at #Animayo International Film Festival, showcasing insights into Cinesite's work on #TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles: #MutantMayhem.
Spotlight: Head of Visualisation, Richard Clarke
Earlier this year we announced the opening of our new Visualisation service. Since then, we’ve published on our website an interview with Richard Clarke, who heads up the team, where he speaks more about his own background and the benefits of visualisation. ?
“For years, visualisation has been a key tool for exploring how to tell a story or how to plan a shoot. It has become an integral part of the process and many directors and clients won’t work on a project without some level visualisation.”
Richard was also a guest on the VFX artist podcast, where he discussed The Power of Real-Time Tools in Visualisation.
First Look: Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia Revealed in The Witcher Season 4 !
Liam Hemsworth takes on the role of Geralt of Rivia. This first look gives fans an exciting preview of the upcoming adaptation, building anticipation for Hemsworths take on the beloved character.
COMING SOON ??
The Union
Get ready for the release of The Union on Netflix this August 16th!
The Union ? NetflixStarring Mark Wahlberg as Mike, Halle Berry as Roxanne, and J.K.
Simmons as Tom Brennan, this action-packed film follows Mike, a construction worker from New Jersey, who gets pulled into a dangerous intelligence mission in Europe by his high school sweetheart, Roxanne.
We look forward to be being able to share more about our work this Fall.
JOIN OUR TEAM ?
Our dedicated teams collaborate with storytellers and valued partners across the entire filmmaking journey. Its their excellence that defines Cinesite, and we take immense pride in their contributions. We are steadfast in fostering their growth and welfare, cultivating a positive and creative space for them to realize their utmost potential.
Explore the link below to delve into our culture and discover current opportunities.
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HIRING AT FX3X
Our partners at FX3X are currently hiring Lighting and Compositing artists for their Belgrade and Skopje studios.
If youre interested in joining them, please submit your resume/showreel links to: [email protected].
For more details, see https://lnkd.in/dnji6Ku6.
HIRING AT ASSEMBLAGE
Calling all animators: Are you seeking a professional adventure?
Cinesite’s partner studio Assemblage Entertainment has a unique opportunity. They’re looking to hire experienced strong mid/senior animators to work innbsp; Bengaluru for a maximum of six months working on the feature film, STITCH HEAD.
The film is written and directed by British filmmaker Steve Hudson, whose previous directorial credits include BIFA-nominated thriller True North. Toby Genkel, director of Sky’s animated feature The Amazing Maurice, serves as co-director. It tells the story of Stitch Head, a small creature awoken to almost-life by a Mad Professor in a castle, who must protect the professor’s other creations from the townspeople of Grubbers Nubbin. When a travelling show comes to town, the Freakfinder sees Stitch Head as a star who can turn his fortunes around.
?? You’ll be based in Assemblage’s studio in Bengaluru which offers a comfortable and contemporary workspace equipped with cutting-edge technology, providing you with the tools and resources to fuel your creativity.
?? ?? Assemblage will cover your visa, flights (outbound and return only) amp; accommodation for the duration of your stay (maximum of six months)
?? You’ll be working on Stitch Head exclusively
?? APPLY NOW HERE https://lnkd.in/eDB8YvUs
? And connect with Sashka Jankovska LLM if you have any questions about this partner studio opportunity.
ABOUT US
Established in 1991, Cinesite is one of the worlds most highly respected independent digital entertainment studios, producing award-winning animation and visual effects for film, broadcast and streaming media platforms. Alongside global VFX services, its animation business works with IP creators and filmmakers to create high-end animated features and series. Cinesite continues to forge new partnerships and collaborations with leading studios and filmmakers to deliver stories that resonate with a global audience.
The Cinesite group is headquartered in London, with additional studios in Montreal and Vancouver, including VFX brands Image Engine, TRIXTER, FX3X and The Imaginarium Studios. Quebec animation studios L’Atelier Animation and Squeeze, along with Mumbai-based Assemblage Entertainment, are also part of the Cinesite group.
For more information, visit our About Us section.