BEYOND THE SCREEN, INTO THE STORY
VMAX® takes cinema beyond the screen and places the viewer inside the film.
Created specifically for virtual reality, VMAX® films unfold in fully three-dimensional worlds. Viewers remain comfortably seated as the story unfolds around them, with no handheld controllers required.
VMAX® accreditation recognises films that meet the format’s standards for storytelling, cinematography, technical quality and viewer comfort.
Two completed VMAX® films from Inglenook Media — After Dinner Speech and The Librarian — are now available for private industry screenings.
Enhancing Cinematic Experiences
VMAX® places audiences within the world of the film, bringing them closer to its characters, atmosphere and unfolding events. Viewers can sit back and follow the story, with the freedom to look around naturally as the film unfolds.
Distinction from Traditional Films
In a VMAX® film, the viewer is the camera. Characters and environments have depth, scale and presence, with the story unfolding from a continuous cinematic point of view. The filmmaker guides the narrative while the viewer chooses where to look.
VMAX® Accreditation Criteria
1. Why VR ?
Narrative Enhancement: VMAX® films harness VR’s capabilities to add depth and perspective to storytelling that traditional cinema cannot match. By immersing viewers in the story’s world, VR adds a layer of engagement and empathy to the narrative.
In a VMAX® film, viewers might travel alongside characters, explore environments, or witness events from unique vantage points, offering a richer, more nuanced storytelling experience.
2. Primacy of Story
Narrative Focus: The core of a VMAX® film is its story. The technology serves the narrative, not vice versa, ensuring the plot remains engaging and coherent within the immersive VR environment.
Story-Driven Experience: Each film is evaluated on how effectively its story is conveyed and enhanced through VR, ensuring a captivating and meaningful viewer experience.
3. User Comfort and Accessibility
Comfortable Viewing: VMAX® films are designed to be enjoyed from a comfortable seated position, with the main action staged in front of the viewer.
Viewer Comfort: Camera movement, pacing and visual composition are carefully considered to support a comfortable and absorbing viewing experience.
4. Viewing Controls
Controller-Free Viewing: VMAX® uses intuitive head and gaze-based controls for selecting films and managing playback.
Simple, Discreet Menus: Viewing controls are available when needed, keeping the focus on the story.
5. Cinematography and Point of View
Fixed POV: VMAX® films feature a front-facing point of view within a complete 360-degree scene environment, creating a focused yet immersive experience.
The Viewer is the Camera: VMAX® films adhere to a “One Shot” approach, eschewing traditional transitions like fading to black. This technique is more than an aesthetic choice; it’s a deliberate method to maintain narrative continuity. By avoiding breaks in the visual flow, we ensure the viewer’s experience is seamless and immersive, keeping them deeply engaged in the unfolding story without interruption.
6. Technical Specifications
Game Engine Integration: VMAX® films are built using real-time 3D engines such as Unreal Engine, bringing together characters, environments, lighting and sound within a complete cinematic world.
Spatial Depth: Characters and environments occupy three-dimensional space, giving viewers a sense of depth, scale and presence within the film.
Two of the latest VMAX® certified films from Inglenook Media.
Create Films for VMAX®
VMAX® invites filmmakers and studios to explore a new approach to cinematic storytelling, placing the viewer inside the film.
We welcome conversations about original film projects, creative collaborations and technology partnerships as we develop the VMAX® film catalogue and future distribution opportunities.
If you would like to create for VMAX®, arrange a meeting with us.
VMAX® Home Viewing Experience
The VMAX® Portal is operational, bringing our films together in a dedicated virtual cinema.
Our ambition is to make VMAX® films available for audiences to enjoy at home. We are exploring partnerships and distribution opportunities to bring this experience to a wider audience.
Private industry screenings of After Dinner Speech and The Librarian are available now. To experience VMAX® and discuss its next chapter, please arrange a meeting with us.
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