Chicago – The future of story experience was on display at the recent 16th Tribeca Film Festival, and its popularity bodes well for the evolution of audience interaction. The “Virtual Arcade,” which was at the festival hub in the Tribeca neighborhood, featured Virtual Reality (Vr), interactive storytelling and immersive experiences, which takes the participant into the world they once only watched. Loren Hammonds is the Programmer for these experiential works.
Loren Hammonds studied at a film conservatory at Purchase College in New York, and then worked in indie film production as a grip and production assistant. After curating at a video store in the West Village neighborhood of NYC, he made contacts at the Tribeca Film Festival. He has worked for the festival for nine years, programming films and evolving into the experiential realm.
Programmer Loren Hammond of the Tribeca Film Festival Oversees the ‘Virtual Arcade’
Photo credit: Patrick McDonald for HollywoodChicago.
Loren Hammonds studied at a film conservatory at Purchase College in New York, and then worked in indie film production as a grip and production assistant. After curating at a video store in the West Village neighborhood of NYC, he made contacts at the Tribeca Film Festival. He has worked for the festival for nine years, programming films and evolving into the experiential realm.
Programmer Loren Hammond of the Tribeca Film Festival Oversees the ‘Virtual Arcade’
Photo credit: Patrick McDonald for HollywoodChicago.
- 5/28/2017
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Author: James Kleinmann
An exciting element of this year’s Tribeca Film Festival is the chance to experience current innovations in the realm of Virtual Reality, in terms of storytelling and tech, and get a sense of the medium’s potential.
The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes
A project still from The Protectors: Walk In The Ranger’S Shoes.
Probably the most high profile Vr work receiving its premiere at Tribeca is Oscar-winning filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow’s The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes. It’s one of 24 projects from six countries in the Virtual Arcade section of the festival, now in its second year at Tribeca.
This National Geographic Vr doc not only informs but also allows the viewer to get a sense of what life is like for several rangers in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Garamba National Park.
Once you put on the Vr headset,...
An exciting element of this year’s Tribeca Film Festival is the chance to experience current innovations in the realm of Virtual Reality, in terms of storytelling and tech, and get a sense of the medium’s potential.
The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes
A project still from The Protectors: Walk In The Ranger’S Shoes.
Probably the most high profile Vr work receiving its premiere at Tribeca is Oscar-winning filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow’s The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes. It’s one of 24 projects from six countries in the Virtual Arcade section of the festival, now in its second year at Tribeca.
This National Geographic Vr doc not only informs but also allows the viewer to get a sense of what life is like for several rangers in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Garamba National Park.
Once you put on the Vr headset,...
- 4/24/2017
- by James Kleinmann
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Clinton joined the panel moderated by Kathryn Bigelow at the premiere of the National Geographic Vr short ‘The Protectors.’National Geographic/Anthony Behar
It’s vast. It challengingly takes place not only in Tribeca but also all over New York City. And yes, this young festival, born 16 years ago to revitalize and rejuvenate Downtown Manhattan in the wake of 9/11 lacks a much-needed artistic focus. But let’s give credit where credit’s due: when Tribeca scores, it scores. This year, the star-studded, richer-than-ever line-up of Tribeca Talks –an annual segment of the festival that unites filmmakers, artists and storytellers of all stripes through thought-provoking discussions– includes the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Barbra Streisand, Alejandro G. Iñarritu and Lena Dunham, among others. And yesterday night, it played host to a previously unannounced, surprise guest, undoubtedly the series’ most special and high profile: Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Aptly programmed on Earth Day, yesterday’s Vr event premiered the Virtual Reality documentary...
It’s vast. It challengingly takes place not only in Tribeca but also all over New York City. And yes, this young festival, born 16 years ago to revitalize and rejuvenate Downtown Manhattan in the wake of 9/11 lacks a much-needed artistic focus. But let’s give credit where credit’s due: when Tribeca scores, it scores. This year, the star-studded, richer-than-ever line-up of Tribeca Talks –an annual segment of the festival that unites filmmakers, artists and storytellers of all stripes through thought-provoking discussions– includes the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Barbra Streisand, Alejandro G. Iñarritu and Lena Dunham, among others. And yesterday night, it played host to a previously unannounced, surprise guest, undoubtedly the series’ most special and high profile: Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Aptly programmed on Earth Day, yesterday’s Vr event premiered the Virtual Reality documentary...
- 4/23/2017
- by Tomris Laffly
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
Hillary Clinton celebrated Earth Day with a surprise visit to the Tribeca Film Festival, where she sat on a panel discussing Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow’s Vr short on elephant poaching, The Protectors: A Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes.
“Here it is Earth Day and we are marching on behalf of science,” Clinton said to the crowd. “And part of science is understanding the intricate relationships that we share with all those on this planet and in particular large mammals, like elephants.”
The Protectors, filmed in the Congo, provided a glimpse into the lives of rangers in Garamba...
“Here it is Earth Day and we are marching on behalf of science,” Clinton said to the crowd. “And part of science is understanding the intricate relationships that we share with all those on this planet and in particular large mammals, like elephants.”
The Protectors, filmed in the Congo, provided a glimpse into the lives of rangers in Garamba...
- 4/23/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Hillary Clinton surprised Tribeca Film Festival goers tonight, making a special appearance during Kathryn Bigelow and Imraan Ismail's The Protectors: A Walk in the Ranger's Shoes panel. “Thanks for seeing this remarkable film which brings to reality what we're up against,” Clinton said. “I first became really focused on the horrific slaughter of elephants when I was Secretary of State. It was clear it wasn't just a terrible crisis, it was the trafficking that was a lot of…...
- 4/23/2017
- Deadline
Each year, the Tribeca Film Festival fills out its schedule with a variety of events that extend far past the typical film fest fare, including their signature Tribeca Talks program and a continuing bent towards the possibilities of Virtual Reality. This year’s slate is no different, offering up intimate chats between industry luminaries (did you know that Robert Rodriguez and Barbra Streisand are pals? they are!) and special screening opportunities for projects both new (Ken Burns and Lynn Novick’s “The Vietnam War”) and classic (a “Godfather” one-two punch). There’s a little something for everyone here.
This year’s Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 19 – 30. Check out some of our must-attend events below.
Read More: Tribeca 2017: 14 Must-See Films From This Year’s Festival
Tribeca Talks: Jon Favreau with Scarlett Johansson
Friday, April 21 at 5:00Pm
The must-see event at Tribeca’s Directors Series is “Iron Man...
This year’s Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 19 – 30. Check out some of our must-attend events below.
Read More: Tribeca 2017: 14 Must-See Films From This Year’s Festival
Tribeca Talks: Jon Favreau with Scarlett Johansson
Friday, April 21 at 5:00Pm
The must-see event at Tribeca’s Directors Series is “Iron Man...
- 4/18/2017
- by Indiewire Staff
- Indiewire
Director Series, Storytellers, Virtual Reality and Master Classes to run during festival, April 19-30.
Tribeca Film Festival heads announced on Monday the Tribeca Talks series of on-stage conversations and masterclasses.
Tribeca Talks: Directors Series includes on-stage conversations between Jon Favreau and Scarlett Johansson, in which the former will discuss feature films ranging from Swingers to Iron Man to The Jungle Book, and his foray into Vr with Gnomes & Goblins.
Alejandro González Iñárritu – one of three directors to win back-to-back Oscars and the only person to do so in 65 years – will talk about his career, while Dustin Hoffman will interview The Squid And The Whale director Noah Baumbach about his work.
The Tribeca Talks: Storytellers series features Bruce Springsteen in conversation with longtime friend Tom Hanks, and a live performance from Common following a conversation with filmmaker Nelson George.
The series includes a session between basketball great Kobe Bryant and animator Glen Keane, Girls creator...
Tribeca Film Festival heads announced on Monday the Tribeca Talks series of on-stage conversations and masterclasses.
Tribeca Talks: Directors Series includes on-stage conversations between Jon Favreau and Scarlett Johansson, in which the former will discuss feature films ranging from Swingers to Iron Man to The Jungle Book, and his foray into Vr with Gnomes & Goblins.
Alejandro González Iñárritu – one of three directors to win back-to-back Oscars and the only person to do so in 65 years – will talk about his career, while Dustin Hoffman will interview The Squid And The Whale director Noah Baumbach about his work.
The Tribeca Talks: Storytellers series features Bruce Springsteen in conversation with longtime friend Tom Hanks, and a live performance from Common following a conversation with filmmaker Nelson George.
The series includes a session between basketball great Kobe Bryant and animator Glen Keane, Girls creator...
- 3/20/2017
- ScreenDaily
Tribeca Film Festival unveiled its conversation lineup, and it includes chats with Noah Baumbach, Kathryn Bigelow, Kobe Bryant, Common, Lena Dunham, Jon Favreau, Bruce Springsteen, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu and Barbra Streisand.
The Tribeca Talks: Directors Series sees Favreau in conversation with Scarlett Johansson, Baumbach with Dustin Hoffman, as well as a chat with Inarritu.
The Tribeca Talks: Storytellers Series puts Common in conversation with Nelson George, Bryant and legendary animator Glen Keane with Michael Strahan, Springsteen with Tom Hanks, and Streisand with Robert Rodriguez, as well as a chat with Dunham and Jenni Konner.
Additionally, Bigelow will speak with Imraan Ismail as part of the fest’s first Vr chat. Ellen Kuras, Imogen Heap and Kristi Zea also will lead master classes. The fest...
The Tribeca Talks: Directors Series sees Favreau in conversation with Scarlett Johansson, Baumbach with Dustin Hoffman, as well as a chat with Inarritu.
The Tribeca Talks: Storytellers Series puts Common in conversation with Nelson George, Bryant and legendary animator Glen Keane with Michael Strahan, Springsteen with Tom Hanks, and Streisand with Robert Rodriguez, as well as a chat with Dunham and Jenni Konner.
Additionally, Bigelow will speak with Imraan Ismail as part of the fest’s first Vr chat. Ellen Kuras, Imogen Heap and Kristi Zea also will lead master classes. The fest...
- 3/20/2017
- by Ashley Lee
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Tribeca Film Festival announced today its full slate of panels and discussions with industry leaders for the 16th annual festival.
Under the Tribeca Talks banner, the festival presents a talent-filled roster in discussion with leading creative voices across the entertainment industry. That includes conversations with big name directors such as Kathryn Bigelow, Noah Baumbach, Lena Dunham, and Jon Favreau, as well as crossovers from the music and sports industries like Common, Kobe Bryant, and Bruce Springsteen. They will be joining previously announced participants Alejandro González Iñárritu and Barbra Streisand.
Read More: Tribeca 2017 Lineup: New Films From Alex Gibney, Azazel Jacobs and Laurie Simmons Lead the Eclectic Mix
Scarlett Johansson will interview Jon Favreau as part of the Directors Series, and Dustin Hoffman will do the same with Noah Baumbach. The Storytellers Series will feature “Girls” creator Lena Dunham in conversation with longtime collaborator Jenni Konner, as well as a...
Under the Tribeca Talks banner, the festival presents a talent-filled roster in discussion with leading creative voices across the entertainment industry. That includes conversations with big name directors such as Kathryn Bigelow, Noah Baumbach, Lena Dunham, and Jon Favreau, as well as crossovers from the music and sports industries like Common, Kobe Bryant, and Bruce Springsteen. They will be joining previously announced participants Alejandro González Iñárritu and Barbra Streisand.
Read More: Tribeca 2017 Lineup: New Films From Alex Gibney, Azazel Jacobs and Laurie Simmons Lead the Eclectic Mix
Scarlett Johansson will interview Jon Favreau as part of the Directors Series, and Dustin Hoffman will do the same with Noah Baumbach. The Storytellers Series will feature “Girls” creator Lena Dunham in conversation with longtime collaborator Jenni Konner, as well as a...
- 3/20/2017
- by Jude Dry
- Indiewire
The 16th annual Tribeca Film Festival announced today its lineup of immersive films, including 29 Vr and interactive projects in its Storyscapes and Virtual Arcade exhibits. Tribeca was one of the first U.S. festivals to showcase experimental storytelling projects, and as such the festival attracts world premieres from some of the vastly growing industry’s leading creators and studios.
Highlights include a virtual reality tour of the White House led by Barack and Michelle Obama; a new Vr collaboration from Chris Milk and by Pharell Williams; a mystery starring Emily Mortimer and Alessandro Nivola from interactive studio Eko; and a multidisciplinary exploration of women of color’s experience through the lens of technology, society and culture, titled “NeuroSpeculative AfroFeminism.”
Read More: Tribeca 2017 Lineup: New Films From Alex Gibney, Azazel Jacobs and Laurie Simmons Lead the Eclectic Mix
“As Vr has continued to evolve technologically, so has the storytelling. Our mission...
Highlights include a virtual reality tour of the White House led by Barack and Michelle Obama; a new Vr collaboration from Chris Milk and by Pharell Williams; a mystery starring Emily Mortimer and Alessandro Nivola from interactive studio Eko; and a multidisciplinary exploration of women of color’s experience through the lens of technology, society and culture, titled “NeuroSpeculative AfroFeminism.”
Read More: Tribeca 2017 Lineup: New Films From Alex Gibney, Azazel Jacobs and Laurie Simmons Lead the Eclectic Mix
“As Vr has continued to evolve technologically, so has the storytelling. Our mission...
- 3/3/2017
- by Jude Dry
- Indiewire
Plus: Land Of Mine triumphs at AFI Fest; Warner Bros confirms Machinima acquisition; Tooley Productions, Square One sign German deal; and more.
Women In Film has announced the recipients of its 31st annual Film Finishing Fund grant programme in support of films by, for or about women.
The narrative winners are: Solace by Tchaiko Omawale; Band Aid by Zoe Lister-Jones; Miracle by Egle Vertelyte; and The Darkest Days Of Us by Astrid Rondero.
Documentary recipients are: Amor Puro Y Duro by Catherine Gund and Daresha Kyi; Canary In A Coal Mine by Jennifer Brea; Farida And Gulnaz by Clementine Malpas; Mudflow by Cynthia Wade and Sasha Friedlander; Tribe by Jordan Bryon; and When A Girl Is Born by Sarita Khurana and Smriti Mundhra.
Martin Zandvliet’s Danish Oscar submission Land Of Mine won AFI Fest 2016’s World Cinema Audience Award, while Divines took the Breathrough Audience Award. The Future Perfect took New Auteurs Grand Jury Award. For the...
Women In Film has announced the recipients of its 31st annual Film Finishing Fund grant programme in support of films by, for or about women.
The narrative winners are: Solace by Tchaiko Omawale; Band Aid by Zoe Lister-Jones; Miracle by Egle Vertelyte; and The Darkest Days Of Us by Astrid Rondero.
Documentary recipients are: Amor Puro Y Duro by Catherine Gund and Daresha Kyi; Canary In A Coal Mine by Jennifer Brea; Farida And Gulnaz by Clementine Malpas; Mudflow by Cynthia Wade and Sasha Friedlander; Tribe by Jordan Bryon; and When A Girl Is Born by Sarita Khurana and Smriti Mundhra.
Martin Zandvliet’s Danish Oscar submission Land Of Mine won AFI Fest 2016’s World Cinema Audience Award, while Divines took the Breathrough Audience Award. The Future Perfect took New Auteurs Grand Jury Award. For the...
- 11/17/2016
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Keep up with the always-hopping film festival world with our weekly Film Festival Roundup column. Check out last week’s Roundup right here.
Lineup Announcements
– The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by At&T, announced multi-hyphenates Barbra Streisand and Alejandro González Iñárritu as two of the Tribeca Talks conversations for the 16th annual festival. Streisand will take part in the Storytellers series that features pioneering creators who work across mediums to tell their stories, and Iñárritu will be one of the headline conversations in the Directors Series.
Also announced is the world premiere of Kathryn Bigelow and Imraan Ismail’s virtual reality documentary short “The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes” which transport users to a day in the life of African rangers protecting elephants from ivory poachers. Tribeca takes place April 19 – 30, 2017.
“At Tribeca we celebrate the power that film and art has to transport and unite communities. As...
Lineup Announcements
– The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by At&T, announced multi-hyphenates Barbra Streisand and Alejandro González Iñárritu as two of the Tribeca Talks conversations for the 16th annual festival. Streisand will take part in the Storytellers series that features pioneering creators who work across mediums to tell their stories, and Iñárritu will be one of the headline conversations in the Directors Series.
Also announced is the world premiere of Kathryn Bigelow and Imraan Ismail’s virtual reality documentary short “The Protectors: Walk in the Ranger’s Shoes” which transport users to a day in the life of African rangers protecting elephants from ivory poachers. Tribeca takes place April 19 – 30, 2017.
“At Tribeca we celebrate the power that film and art has to transport and unite communities. As...
- 11/17/2016
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
Sundance top brass celebrate the tenth anniversary of the New Frontier programme with an exhibition of new work that includes Vr projects involving Björk and Ridley Scott’s global hit The Martian.Scroll Down For Full List
The dynamic roster encompasses features, a live performance, documentary and narrative mobile virtual reality experiences and a look inside the innovations at some of world’s leading media research labs.
Tenth anniversary exhibitions will also be presented with MoMA in New York City in April, and the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis as part of Northern Spark in June.
The New Frontiers line-up will take place in Park City’s Claim Jumper, The Gateway, a large-scale installation on Swede Alley by Chris Milk and a performance by Gingger Shankar at Festival Base Camp Presented by Canada Goose.
Beyond the dedicated physical exhibition spaces, audiences can experience more than 20 virtual reality pieces on mobile Vr headsets. This year’s...
The dynamic roster encompasses features, a live performance, documentary and narrative mobile virtual reality experiences and a look inside the innovations at some of world’s leading media research labs.
Tenth anniversary exhibitions will also be presented with MoMA in New York City in April, and the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis as part of Northern Spark in June.
The New Frontiers line-up will take place in Park City’s Claim Jumper, The Gateway, a large-scale installation on Swede Alley by Chris Milk and a performance by Gingger Shankar at Festival Base Camp Presented by Canada Goose.
Beyond the dedicated physical exhibition spaces, audiences can experience more than 20 virtual reality pieces on mobile Vr headsets. This year’s...
- 12/3/2015
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
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