Innovative digital 3-D imagery and multi-channel surround sound captures the excitement of a live U2 concert – shot in South America during the final leg of their “Vertigo” tour. Viewers will experience the unforgettable pulsing energy of a stadium concert given by one of the world’s most popular bands.
For over a quarter-century, U2 has been recognized not only for their legendary music, but also for their incomparable gift for reaching millions of fans through new technologies. Their live shows immerse concertgoers in exceptional and emotional multi-sensory experiences – whether through their groundbreaking use of video screens during the 1992-93 “ZooTV” tour, LED displays on their “PopMart” tour or, most recently, the use of dimensional, light-bead video curtains above the stage on their 2005-2006 “Vertigo” tour. As with their embrace of the Apple iPod portable music device, U2 has always innately understood how to make the greatest impact, and to convey messages through new technologies. And once again U2 is breaking ground by placing fans onstage with band members throughout U2 3D.
The largest collection of 3-D camera technology ever used on a single project was used by 3ality Digital to produce U2 3D. The crew joined up with U2’s globe-trotting caravan for a month and shot the huge outdoor stadium shows (not seen in North America) at cities in four countries including Mexico City, Mexico; Sao Paulo, Brazil; Santiago, Chile; and Buenos Aires, Argentina. All told, over 100 hours of digital 3-D footage was captured, documenting a set list that includes such U2 hits as “Pride (In the Name of Love),” “New Year’s Day,” “Sunday, Bloody Sunday” and “One”. More recent tracks such as “Beautiful Day,” “Love and Peace or Else” and “Vertigo” are also featured in the film.
The running time of U2 3D is approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. MPAA Rating: G No discounts or complimentary passes will be accepted for U2 3D during its limited engagement, through May 1st, 2008 at the Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater. Special pricing for U2 3D: Adults 12 and older – $9.95; Children – $7.50. -- www.tnaqua.org
Posted February 1st, 2008 by ruzik_tuzik