Variable HFR in a Film Narrative : Early Research and observations from the filming of "L'âme Soeur (Soul Mate) 3D" short film

[Denise Quesnel]

Have a look at our Blog post here about creating a variable HFR film!

http://www.s3dcentre.ca/news/hfr-blog1

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On August 17-18th, staff from the S3D Centre directed the first variable rate HFR shoot of its kind with talented independent crew and cast members in Vancouver BC. "L'âme Soeur (Soul Mate) 3D" is a dual short film / applied research project that takes full advantage of HFR technology. Shot on the RED Epics on a motorized Kernercam stereoscopic 3D rig in both standard and high frames rates, we used the most recent advances in technology to investigate a question we have been studying for the past year: If technology were capable of capturing and displaying a complete narrative that incorporates variable standard and high frame rates, what are the creative benefits/drawbacks of doing so? Does the utilization of HFR as a ‘tool’ in this regard change the immersive experience for the viewer?

We suspect that the question of whether or not to utilize HFR in a stereoscopic 3D film within a narrative context depends largely on the creative intent of the film itself. This short film was a means to explore this research.

We would love to hear any thought you may have on the direction of this research, or any suggestions!