Teaser Released for Transmedia Film “2088” Dan Koelsch, November 21, 2012 SMI Entertainment’s 2088 is an inde sci-fi action movie written and directed by Steven Ilous, a visual effects supervisor for several big budget films. The studio released a trailer yesterday, and it looks pretty badass. SMI deals mainly in transmedia projects, so it will fun to see what they do for this film. Check out the trailer after the break. 2088 Teaser from Steven Ilous on Vimeo.Very little is known about the film, but below is what the studio’s website says about it.The Challenge: To produce, direct and write a transmedia sci-fi/drama property that will entice audiences from all around the world, allowing people to experience this story through multi-platform touch points. The Strategy: SMI utilizes online media, advertising and diverse marketing channels to build dedicated and loyal audiences that will anticipate the launch of “2088”. The Experience: Conceptualized by Steven Ilous, “2088” is a product of emerging technologies and their power to transform and showcase new narrative storytelling practices.There is no release date as of yet, but you can keep up with the process on the film’s Tumblr and Facebook, where this is also a plethora of concept art. Viral Marketing Viral Videos 2008SMI EntertainmentTrailer
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The Soapbox: Remakes And How People React To Them June 29, 2009June 29, 2009Recently, Ive noticed a certain amount of bitching stemming from announced remakes, such as ‘Flight of the Navigator’ and ‘Total Recall’. My question for the week is, why do people bitch about remakes? Remakes are both a good and a bad thing. On one hand, remakes allow talented filmmakers to… Read More
“G.I. Joe: Retaliation” Viral: Cobra is Calling You to Join their Special Forces April 25, 2012April 25, 2012It would sound really bad if I asked you if I gave you an exciting opportunity to join a terrorist organization, but considering this is for Cobra, I think I can make an exception. A viral campaign for G.I. Joe: Retaliation has launched in the form of a Cobra Special… Read More