Film and Software Production for GMFRS

Throughout 2016-7

we have worked with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service to deliver a stunning series of films for their new training centre in Bury. We worked closely with their operations crew throughout the filming period, gathering stunning footage with our Red Epic Dragon and Red Epic W cameras at 6K and 8K resolution, including sequences during house fires, industrial fires, car crashes and a dramatic water rescue. Some fantastic actors were used to help drive the narrative; all highly experience from film and TV - Sally Carman, James Quinn, Samantha Siddall and Ciaran Griffiths. The main film is compiled without any cuts, using camera movements and extras as a means of moving between scenes - similar in concept to the film Birdman.

The film was delivered at 4K and is projected via a triple projector blend with a 5.1 surround sound mix. Some of the sequences are filmed with anamorphic lenses giving stunning lighting flares. The film is played inside the theatre, before and after which, visitors utilise our custom created software that tracks learning and knowledge retention, and enables GMFRS to download spreadsheets to assist with analysis.