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3net – The 24/7 3D Network From Sony, Discovery and IMAX – Marks November With Original Series, World Television Premieres and a Dynamic New 3D On-Air Look

11.1.2011

[Press Release]

“New Series for Carnivore Lovers, Iconic Musician’s 3D Debut and Modern Remake of a Holiday Favorite Highlight Network’s November Schedule”

3net, the joint venture 24/7 3D network from Sony, Discovery and IMAX will debut fifteen world 3D premieres, as well as a groundbreaking new 3D on-air look during the month of November, it was announced today by Tom Cosgrove, President & CEO of 3net.  The network’s all-new broadcast design will debut onFriday, November 4 at 8PM ET/PT.

November programming highlights include the debut of the all-new original food and travel series BLOODY GOOD, the 3net broadcast premiere of the 3D concert exclusive PETER GABRIEL:  NEW BLOOD LIVE and the holiday favorite THE IMAX NUTCRACKER. In addition, 3net will premiere new episodes of the children’s series DREAM DEFENDERS and BOLTS & BLIP, as well as the 3net original programs THE ANCIENT LIFE and EXPERIENCE 3D and the 3net exclusive series WORLD CITIES.

“From new original series, to world television premieres and the debut of a brave new on-air design, 3net is continuing to move boldly ahead as we strive to bring consumers the most dynamic and immersive in-home 3D experience possible,” said Cosgrove.

3net New Program Debuts:

PETER GABRIEL:  NEW BLOOD LIVE – Sunday, November 6 (9PM ET/PT) – 3net Television Premiere:

Definitive artist Peter Gabriel’s first ever 3D project, PETER GABRIEL:  NEW BLOOD LIVE features an immersive, transformational experience filmed during Gabriel’s concert performance with his full orchestra at London’s famed Hammersmith Apollo.  The special includes some of the musician’s most cherished tracks, including “Biko,” “Red Rain” and “Solsbury Hill.”  Produced by Eagle Rock Entertainment.

BLOODY GOOD – Sunday, November 20 (PM ET/PT) – 3net Original Series Premiere:

Author and Host Mark Schatzker is a guy who takes the fascinating world of food TV by the horns.  A meat expert who wrote the definitive book on steak, Schatzker travels the world in search of the best, boldest, weirdest and most delicious meats the world has to offer.  A frequent contributor to Conde Nast Traveler, the Atlantic and the Toronto Globe and Mail, among other publications, he brings his unique sensibility and off-beat approach to this 3D journey to beef nirvana.  Produced by Paper Route Productions, Inc. with 3net Vice President of Production and Development Tim Pastore serving as Executive Producer.

THE IMAX NUTCRACKER – Sunday, November 27 (9PM ET/PT) – World Television Premiere:

No holiday season would be complete without The Nutcracker, E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic tale of a young girl who stumbles into an enchanted kingdom ruled by a wooden prince.  3net partner IMAX brings a fresh, modern version of the classic to 3D television for the first time ever. Filmed using IMAX’s award-winning large-format technology, this is The Nutcracker as it’s never been seen before — a contemporary, non-ballet adaptation of one of the world’s most famous fairy tales, transformed into a colorful extravaganza.

See the original press release here: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/3net—the-247-3d-network-from-sony-discovery-and-imax—marks-november-with-original-series-world-television-premieres-and-a-dynamic-new-3d-on-air-look-132992443.html

Orange launches 3D magazine show

10.19.2011

[digital tv europe]

Orange and Troisième Œil Productions are joining forces to produce Mag3D, a regular magazine show about 3D TV and technology. Orange already offers 3D movies and sports coverage, but offering a regular magazine show in 3D is a first for the French pay TV operator.  …

The series will cover all new 3D film releases, video games, documentaries as well as covering sporting events and concerts being covered using the technology.  …

See the full story here: http://www.digitaltveurope.net/16692/orange-launches-3d-magazine-show/

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Specification for Naming VFX Image Sequences Released

ETC’s VFX Working Group has published a specification for best practices naming image sequences such as plates and comps. File naming is an essential tool for organizing the multitude of frames that are inputs and outputs from the VFX process. Prior to the publication of this specification, each organization had its own naming scheme, requiring custom processes for each partner, which often resulted in confusion and miscommunication.

The new ETC@USC specification focuses primarily on sequences of individual images. The initial use case was VFX plates, typically delivered as OpenEXR or DPX files. However, the team soon realized that the same naming conventions can apply to virtually any image sequence. Consequently, the specification was written to handle a wide array of assets and use cases.

To ensure all requirements are represented, the working group included over 2 dozen participants representing studios, VFX houses, tool creators, creatives and others.  The ETC@USC also worked closely with MovieLabs to ensure that the specification could be integrated as part of their 2030 Vision.

A key design criteria for this specification is compatibility with existing practices.  Chair of the VFX working group, Horst Sarubin of Universal Pictures, said: “Our studio is committed to being at the forefront of designing best industry practices to modernize and simplify workflows, and we believe this white paper succeeded in building a new foundation for tools to transfer files in the most efficient manner.”

This specification is compatible with other initiatives such as the Visual Effects Society (VES) Transfer Specifications. “We wanted to make it as seamless as possible for everyone to adopt this specification,” said working group co-chair and ETC@USC’s Erik Weaver. “To ensure all perspectives were represented we created a team of industry experts familiar with the handling of these materials and collaborated with a number of industry groups.”

“Collaboration between MovieLabs and important industry groups like the ETC is critical to implementing the 2030 Vision,” said Craig Seidel, SVP of MovieLabs. “This specification is a key step in defining the foundations for better software-defined workflows. We look forward to continued partnership with the ETC on implementing other critical elements of the 2030 Vision.”

The specification is available online for anyone to use.

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