U2 Goes 3D To Give Moviegoers Concert Vibe

(From Reuters)

Irish band U2 gets the digital 3D treatment in a new film that its makers say is a pioneering recreation of a live concert.

U2 3D, shot in South America during the band’s VERTIGO tour, seeks to recreate the atmosphere of a gig and take fans on a thrilling visual ride.

The film combines camera angles that soar over the audience of up to 80,000, zoom in to within inches of the performers, join them on stage and look back into the stadium.

At one point, U2’s lead singer BONO reaches out towards the 3D camera and looks as if he is about to step into the cinema.

Journalists at a preview screening of a 55-minute version of what will eventually be an 80-90 minute picture, were given glasses through which to view the film and were generally impressed with the authenticity of the images and sound.

U2 Goes 3D To Give Moviegoers Concert Vibe

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