La Vie Pour De Vrai
Life for real
Release date
April 19th, 2023
Imaginary Globe’s Contribution to Life for Real
Enhancing Cinematic Storytelling with Pre-Viz Animation, Rigging, and R&D
Life for Real is a film that blends comedy and heartfelt storytelling, following a unique protagonist’s journey of self-discovery. The film required a mix of well-planned cinematography, seamless visual effects, and creative animation solutions. Imaginary Globe played a key role in this production by contributing to Pre-Visualization (Pre-Viz) Animation, Rigging, and R&D focused on creating timelapses in CG worlds.
Planning the Visual Narrative
Pre-visualization was essential in ensuring that complex scenes in Life for Real were executed smoothly. By using Pre-Viz Animation, we helped filmmakers plan out camera movements, scene compositions, and character actions before physical production began.
>Key Contributions to Pre-Viz
⦾ Shot Composition & Cinematic Flow – We designed animated sequences that allowed the directors to experiment with different angles and storytelling approaches.
⦾ Character & Object Motion Planning – By pre-animating key moments, we ensured a natural flow of movement and interaction with the environment.
⦾ Enhanced Production Efficiency – The use of Pre-Viz helped minimize costly adjustments during filming by providing a clear roadmap for execution.
Our animations served as a blueprint, allowing the creative team to refine their vision with precision and confidence.
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"The R&D for this was crazy. Never had thought we would use this much technology. "
Rigging: Creating Flexible and Functional Digital Characters
Rigging was a crucial part of the process, as various digital elements had to be animated convincingly. We built high-performance rigs that allowed for smooth and natural movements, ensuring that CG elements integrated seamlessly with the live-action footage.
Core Features of Our Rigging Work
⦾ Custom-Built Character & Prop Rigs – We developed flexible rigs that allowed animators to work efficiently while maintaining realism.
⦾ Adaptive Control Systems – Our rigs were designed with user-friendly controllers, allowing for intuitive animation adjustments.
⦾ Scalability for Different Scenes – Whether for subtle character interactions or exaggerated animated moments, our rigs provided the necessary flexibility.
By focusing on functionality and ease of use, our rigging work streamlined the animation process and ensured high-quality results.
R&D: Developing Timelapses in CG Worlds
One of the unique challenges we tackled was the research and development (R&D) of CG timelapses. The film required sequences that depicted the passage of time in dynamic ways, blending realistic environmental changes with cinematic aesthetics.
Innovations in CG Timelapse Creation
⦾ Procedural Environment Changes – We explored methods for dynamically altering landscapes, cityscapes, and lighting over time.
⦾ Advanced Time-Based Simulations – Weather effects, vegetation growth, and urban transformations were tested for realistic progression.
⦾ Seamless Transition Techniques – We optimized the rendering and animation of long-duration sequences, ensuring smooth transformations without abrupt changes.
Our R&D efforts helped elevate the visual storytelling of Life for Real, allowing for the seamless integration of time-based effects that enriched the film’s narrative.
Bringing Creativity and Technology Together
Our work on Life for Real exemplifies Imaginary Globe’s dedication to combining technical innovation with artistic vision. By leveraging Pre-Viz Animation, Rigging, and R&D, we played a vital role in shaping the visual language of the film while optimizing production workflows.
This project stands as another milestone in our journey of delivering high-quality animation solutions. We look forward to continuing our work in creating dynamic visual experiences that enhance storytelling and push creative boundaries.