Explore the world of game cinematics with a variety of industry leaders through Cinematic Q&A presentations and panel discussions on hot topics most relevant to today's cinematic landscape. The Society for Game Cinematics tackles topics with both virtual and in-person events throughout the year and at major industry conferences. See below for a selection of recorded virtual presentations and talks.
Go behind the scenes of the making of KYORYU! We will be joined by Floating Rock Co-Founder Lukas Niklaus and IP Creator & Senior Animator Benjamin Mulot, who will discuss the creation of their very first IP via their incubator program Pitchfest and the work seen in their publicly released trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9vjplUdfJA
ABOUT KYORYU: In a Tokyo reclaimed by genetically re-engineered dinosaurs, young T-Rex Tori is mesmerized by stories of extinct humans. Defying his protective father Yama's guidance, he embarks on a quest that pits him against ancient threats, clan rivalries, and the haunting legacy of a world once ruled by man.
Join us as we go behind the scenes of the making of Glow Production's passion project, "Oryctes".
Director Ryan Wong and some of his crew will join us to answer questions about their project and the process behind it.
Join us as we go behind the scenes of the making of the World of Warcraft: The War Within Cinematic. Director Anna Morgan and Digital Effects Supervisor David Satchwell join us to answer questions about their process and how they crafted such an amazing piece!
Join us as we go behind the scenes of the making of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty’s captivating cinematic trailer. Goodbye Kansas Director Fredrik Lofberg and Executive Producer Jörgen Lilja join us to answer questions about their process and how they crafted such an amazing piece!
How do different studios tackle cinematics and why are they important to game development? Real-time vs. pre-rendered? What are some of the differences and similarities between working on cinematics, films, and games?
Some of the founders of the Society for Game Cinematics will discuss the opportunities for cinematics in today's industry, challenges in defining their role and function in the gaming industry, and why the creation of the organization was necessary for cinematic content that spans across different mediums and pipelines.
Moderated by JP Rhinemiller (Associate Animation Director, Blizzard)
Greg Mitchell (Director of Cinematics, Bit Reactor)
Marianne Hayden (Lead Cinematics Animator, Skydance New Media)
Emily Hsu (Line Producer, Netflix Animation)
We will be tackling the ins and outs of working alongside third party collaborators in the creation of game cinematics. You won’t want to miss this!
Moderator: Brian Horn (Cinematic Director Supervisor, Blizzard Entertainment)
Panelists:
Emnet Mulugeta (Director, Goodbye Kansas)
Zsofia Bobaly (Director of the Directorial - Art Direction and Editorial divisions, Digic Pictures)
Jon Saunders (Creative Director, Passion Pictures)
Dana Dorian (Director & Co-Founder, Axis Studios)
Real-Time Cinematic technology is pushing the boundaries of game visuals and interactive narrative previously only achievable through pre-rendered movies. Join our panelists as we discuss the evolution, impact, challenges, and successes of executing cinematic content in real-time and how these innovations are impacting creative visuals outside of gaming.
Moderator: Greg Mitchell (Director of Cinematic Storytelling, Bit Reactor)
Panelists:
Marty Stoltz (Cinematic Development Director, Warner Bros Games / Netherrealm Studios)
Jim Geduldick (Virtual Production & SVP Dimension Studio)
Lina Halper (Principal Animation Engineer, NVIDIA)
Jay Hosfelt (Animation Director, Unannounced Startup)
