Discover CineCity Studios’ groundbreaking LED screens—Cosmo Wall, Cosmo Floor, Cosmo Soft, and Galaxy Wall—reshaping film production in Chicago
CineCity Studios Chicago recently hosted a groundbreaking event, unveiling next-generation LED screen technology developed by Global LED RGB Technologies, which is poised to revolutionize film production. The event showcased four new panel and screen types—Cosmo Wall, Cosmo Floor, Cosmo Soft, and Galaxy Wall—that mark a significant milestone in the film industry, particularly in virtual production.
These advanced LED screens are unlike any other released in North America. CineCity Studios claims that this technology is several generations ahead of products currently used around the world, which would put them far ahead of the competition. The screens are a new tool for crafting immersive, real-time environments that minimize the need for post-production VFX work and location shoots.
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The Rise of LED Technology
LED technology has been on the rise in the film industry for years now and has transformed the way productions create films and television shows. This use of StageCraft is evident in The Mandalorian, where entire sets are built around the screens for a seamless transition, which is the primary purpose of these LED screens. Filmmakers can create highly detailed, realistic environments in real time, without the need for extensive on-location shoots or green-screen effects. As demand for high-tech film production solutions continues to grow, CineCity Studios is emerging as a key player in the virtual production revolution.
CineCity Studios Chicago Event
The event brought together industry professionals from the film, television, and entertainment industries. Attendees were given the opportunity to explore the practical applications of the new LED screens while discussing the future of virtual production technology. Guests were able to experience firsthand the capabilities of the Cosmo Wall, Cosmo Soft, Cosmo Floor, and Galaxy Wall.
The CEO of Global LED RGB Technologies, William Curtis, encouraged attendees to utilize the screens and push them to their limits. Feeling the matte finish with your hands, dancing on the Cosmo Floor, and challenging attendees to take pictures from all different angles to see if they could find any imperfections in the photos.
Key speakers, such as Josephine Gothong, the President of Global LED RGB Technologies, and the Co-Founder Ketty Wang, showcased the differences and benefits of each screen and how they are used in practical production. The final product is no less than spectacular and an impressive feat of engineering.
Cosmo Wall used as a backdrop for a Bentley. Photo credit: Michael Caravette
LED Panels
Cosmo Wall
- Type: 1.5mm GOB (Glue on Board) LED panel
- Refresh Rate: 7,2680 Hz
- Brightness: 1000 NITS
- Gray Scale: 15-22 BITS
- Viewing Angle: 170 degrees
- Finish: Matte finish for anti-reflection
Cosmo Floor
- Type: 2.6mm GOB LED panel
- Refresh Rate: 7,2680 Hz
- Brightness: 1000 NITS brightness
- Gray Scale: 15-22 BITS
- Viewing Angle: 170 degrees
- Finish: Matte finish for anti-reflection
- Durability: Supports up to 400 lbs. per square foot. It can be walked, run, danced, and jumped on
Cosmo Soft
- Type: 1.9mm GOB LED panel
- Refresh Rate: 7,2680 Hz
- Brightness: 1000 NITS brightness
- Gray Scale: 15-22 BITS
- Flexibility: It can bend and curve, allowing for the creation of dynamic, curved sets
Galaxy Wall displaying two golden rings. Photo credit: Michael Caravette
Galaxy Wall: The Future of Virtual Production
- Type: 1.9mm GOD (Glue on Display) panel
- Brightness: 3,500 NITS before calibration, 2,800 NITS post-calibration
- Refresh Rate: 15,360 to 30,720 Hz
- Color Gamut: 88% BT2020
- Gray Scale: 16-22 bits
- Viewing Angle: 170 degrees
- Finish: Matte finish for anti-reflection
- Key Feature: It offers vibrant colors, high contrast, and incredible detail, perfect for virtual productions
Galaxy Wall showcasing a brilliant blue necklace. Photo credit: Michael Caravette
Practical Applications for Filmmakers
These next-generation LED panels offer a wide range of practical applications across various genres of filmmaking, as well as corporate events, video game production, music video creation, and more. With proper lighting, props and cinematography, the sets become indistinguishable from real-life locations.
With CineCity Studios’ LED stage, entire scenes can be filmed in-studio with real-time adjustments to the environment. These immersive environments also contribute to the actors’ performance as they are no longer acting in front of a green screen. They can see and react to the world around them, bringing the performance to life.
CineCity Studios’ Technology for the Future
CineCity Studios’ unveiling of the Cosmos Wall, Cosmos Floor, Cosmo Soft, and Galaxy Wall marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of LED screen technology for film production. As virtual production technology continues to evolve, CineCity Studios is at the forefront in North America, providing high-tech film production solutions for a diverse range of industries. For filmmakers, event planners, and content creators, CineCity Studios provides an innovative space that brings creative visions to life.
Interested in exploring the future of filmmaking? Learn more about CineCity Studios Chicago and their cutting-edge LED screen technology to see how you can revolutionize your next production.
By Michael Caravette, Editorial Coordinator and Contributing Writer
