Unveiling the Secrets Behind “Poor Things” Virtual Production Using ICFVX

18.03.2024

Join us at the 2024 NAB Show for anexclusive look into the making of “Poor Things,” winner of 4 Academy Awardsincluding Production Design. ICVFX played a pivotal role in its creation.

DATES: Sunday April 14 and Monday April 15th
TIMES: 11:00AM (PDT) and 3:30PM (PDT)
LOCATION: INFiLED Booth C6935

Discover behind-the-scenes trivia and fun facts:

How a chartered 767 played a role to get production-ready in record time
Significance of 42 tons of weight in stage setup
Mystery behind why we now laugh about 4K

Explore why Director, Yorgos Lanthimos, chose a 6000-8000 sqft LED volume for his ambitious project. Learn how ARRI’s 435 camera captured the magic under DP, Robbie Ryan’s, vision. Dive into the world of pixels with 16x4K content in the gigantic LED volume. Hear how HALOSTAGE revolutionized faceted effects with INFiLED’s XII Series LED displays.

Don’t miss this insider’s peek into cinematic brilliance. Stop by INFiLED Booth C6935 at the NAB Show in Las Vegas.

Presenters

Erik Wolff – CEO/COO, ICT AG

Erik serves as the CEO of HALOSTAGE, a cutting-edge ICVFX studio based in Germany, and concurrently holds the role of COO at ICT, a leading LED and technology provider in the country.mWith a background that spans the Information Technology boom of the 90s and a noteworthy stint in banking, Erik transitioned to ICT in 2013, where he assumed a pivotal role in sales and marketing. Under his strategic guidance, ICT has evolved into a trusted rental and systems integration partner for some of Germany’s foremost industry clients.
In response to the challenges posed by the pandemic, Erik played a key role in founding HALOSTAGE, a testament to his commitment to innovation and adaptability. HALOSTAGE has quickly established itself as a significant player in the ICVFX studio landscape, thanks to Erik’s visionary leadership.
Erik Wolff brings a wealth of experience and insights to our panel discussion, drawing on his extensive background in both technology and business. As a film enthusiast and self-proclaimed “film freak,” Erik’s unique perspective adds a dynamic dimension to his professional achievements.
Outside of work, he enjoys riding motorcycles, adding depth to his character beyond his role in corporate leadership.

Adrian Weber – Virtual Production Supervisor, HALOSTAGE

Adrian Weber, a Berlin-based virtual production supervisor, brings a wealth of experience to the industry. From setup to operations, Adrian specializes in integrating advanced technologies into productions worldwide. His real-time expertise has contributed to major film, broadcast, and industry projects like “Poor Things” (Searchlight), “Role Play” (Amazon Prime), “Crooks” (Netflix), “Constellation” (AppleTV+), Euphoria, as well as collaborations with industry giants such as Mercedes Benz, VW, Bavaria Studios, and many more. Adrian’s mission is to elevate productions of all sizes with the perfect blend of technology and creativity.

Tony Vanmoorleghem – HOST – Director of Technology, INFiLED

With over 35 years of experience in the video industry, Tony has established himself as a seasoned professional. A key contributor of the LED business at Barco, he played a significant role in shaping the early landscape of LED technology within the industry.

During his tenure at Martin Professional, Tony was instrumental in the development of the P3 video processor, contributing his expertise to enhance video processing capabilities. Subsequently, his transition to VER saw him involved in the creation of a new LED processing platform, now recognized as Brompton.

With a background rooted in technology, Tony now directs his focus towards exploring new technological developments that can be integrated into the AV market, with a particular interest in Extended Reality (XR) and Video Processing (VP).

Outside of work, Tony enjoys indulging in his passion for music, finding relaxation and inspiration in its melodies.