This stunning feast for the eyes from Warren and Nick at
Wanted demonstrates a perfect combination of live action and
computer generated effects.
The short, sharp strains on orchestral strings and a deep
drum roll at the start of the commercial seem to warn us that
we're in for a treat. Dazzling lighting effects dance around
the car, bouncing off its bodywork, perfectly matched to the BMW's movement and beautifully choreographed to a reworking
of Beethoven's extraordinarily powerful 9th symphony. The
viewer is left to absorb what they have just witnessed as
the tagline silently appears: 'See how it feels'.
Unsurprisingly, this was an intricate project, both in production
and post. Firstly, cars were shot in a variety of lighting
setups in the studio. Laser artist Chris Levine shot lasers
at the car creating nebula and hard graphic light on the bodywork.
Dayton Taylor's Timetrack rig was used for shots such as the
spark tunnel and the glitter car. Light paintings were also
shot using the rig.
Overall the in camera effects were stunning and were a great
base for the post production. A 3D particle code developed
at Glassworks was used to create amazing light trails and
3D nebula. The digital effects were never meant to overpower
the piece so great care was taken in keeping the reality in
each shot. Extensive clean up on the time slice footage was
performed in flame as well as compositing 3D and live action
elements.
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