This activity took place at the Vietnamese cinema exhibit at the 80 Years of National Achievements Exhibition, which opened on 28/8. The virtual film set exhibit attracted many visitors, who enjoyed role-playing in director Phi Tien Son's film.
Visitors of all ages were guided in filming short videos against a green screen. Automated cameras interacted directly with the subjects, and the results were displayed on a nearby screen. The organizers sent the videos to the participants afterward. The crew provided props such as national flags, soldier uniforms, and prop guns for the visitors to use in their roles. Pham Thuy Trang, 34, dressed in an ao dai, portrayed a Hanoi girl celebrating the news of victory. "I had a lot of fun and felt like a real actress," she said.
Virtual Production allows the audience to enter a 3D environment and interact with the setting. The crew used a robotic arm to synchronize filming between virtual and real cameras. This technology creates precise and dynamic camera angles. In the future, virtual production will enable the creation of large-scale sets at a reasonable cost.
Vu Duy Nam, director of Cine Plus, said the company used technology to simulate the real-life set of Dao, Pho, and Piano: "Virtual production is a cinematic solution that allows the construction of grand historical sets using advanced technology. Any audience member can enter the frame thanks to the virtual environment". Director Phi Tien Son believes virtual production offers filmmakers the chance to create complex scenes they previously could only imagine. He has discussed potential collaborations on future projects with the company.
Associate Professor, Doctor of Culture Pham Lan Oanh, who experienced the activity, said she was happy to have a memorable experience with a film about national history. "The space has modern technology, the technicians operate smoothly, and guide everyone carefully to integrate into the setting," she commented.
Actress Thuy Linh, who played the lead role in Dao, Pho, and Piano, was moved to see some scenes from the film recreated. According to Linh, the exhibition evokes national pride and reminds everyone of their roots.
Starting at 9 a.m., the activity attracted dozens of participants as soon as it opened. By midday, many visitors, dressed in ao dai, came to film videos.
The 80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness Exhibition, held on an area of nearly 260,000 m2, is the largest of its kind to date, with the participation of 34 provinces and cities, 28 ministries and branches, and more than 230 business booths.
The space is divided into three main areas: the general exhibition area (Kim Quy Exhibition Hall); the outdoor exhibition area (East, West, South, and North Courtyards); and the international exhibition area and 12 cultural industry sectors (Block A Exhibition Hall).
The exhibition features a modern design, combining artifacts, images, and historical documents with digital technology, 3D mapping projections, virtual reality, holograms, and artificial intelligence applications, offering a new experience for the public.
The event is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. from 29/8 to 5/9, and on 28/8, it opened from 1 p.m. for domestic and international visitors.
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