In 3D Movie Making: Stereoscopic Digital Cinema from Script to Screen, accomplished visual effects artist Bernard Mendiburu shows you how to join Hollywood's 3D revolution with a primer to all the essential skills for live-action 3D from preproduction through distribution.
Mendiburu presents the concepts needed to transition from the 2D to the 3D world, from the perception of things to the science of the way things are actually done. All the trade's tools are described, with an emphasis upon what's coming to market as well. Detailed step-by-step instructions are also contained, to show how the 3D affects all stages of production from the screenwriting to the distribution.
An included companion DVD has an array of 2D & 3D images demonstrating the concepts and techniques, as well as some 3D movie shorts showcasing some of the alternative techniques. Also included are some After Effects project files to explore and manipulate for your own effect.