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“Ravens,” directed by writer-director Mark Gill (“England is Mine,” “The Voorman Problem”), was filmed in Tokyo, Japan in October 2023 and is set to premiere later this Spring – produced by the Production Company Vestapol, founded in Paris by Mark Gill and Cyril Cadar.
“Ravens,” directed by writer-director Mark Gill (“England is Mine,” “The Voorman Problem”), was filmed in Tokyo, Japan in October 2023 and is set to premiere later this Spring – produced by the Production Company Vestapol, founded in Paris by Mark Gill and Cyril Cadar.
The biopic chronicles the life of legendary Japanese photographer Masahisa Fukase, portrayed by Tadanobu Asano, known for his roles in “Mortal Kombat,” Marvel Studios’ “Thor” franchise, and Japanese classics such as “Ichi the Killer” and “The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi.”
“Ravens” delves into the heart-wrenching tale of Fukase and Yoko, their love a delicate balance between passion and tragedy. Kumi Takiuchi breathes life into the role of Yoko, infusing her with a magnetic charisma that draws audiences into the tumultuous world of their relationship. With her past credits, including the critically acclaimed “A Balance” showcased at Berlinale’s Panorama, Takiuchi brings depth and nuance to her portrayal.
SCENESIS is proudly behind the post production of “Ravens”, contributing their expertise in 3D, Digital Matte-Painting, Conceptualisation, Compositing, and Clean-up as part of a changing schedule. The team comprises of awarded VFX talents lead by SCENESIS Founder Cédric Mignon, with dedicated artists: Mathieu Legros, Franck Boyer, Antoine Goncalves, Duy Ahn Nguyen, Antoine Duhé, and Thierry Beaumel, who worked tirelessly to bring the film’s visual elements to life. SCNENESIS’s Thierry Beaumel has also led the collaboration with the colour grading artist Yov More hired by the production company. Their collective efforts ensured that “Ravens” boasts stunning visuals that enhance the storytelling, ensuring this beautifully creative story captivates audiences.
The production of “Ravens” was shepherded by Orian Williams, acclaimed for his work on films like “Control” and the recent documentary “Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd”. Alongside Williams, the film was co-produced by Ark Entertainment, The Y House, Minded Factory, and Panoranime, bringing together a diverse and talented team to realise the vision of “Ravens” on screen.
The SCENESIS team see themselves as Digital DOP’s – creating such real world architectural environments for all projects with the finest in lighting and detailing from their SCENESIS archive. To create the most hyper real, most natural, most involved CG environments. SCENESIS ensures a diverse range of innovative post-production services are available in-house, catering to all project requirements. By establishing a boutique studio environment, it fosters a warm, familial atmosphere for both clients and the team. Additionally, it prioritises designing an inspiring space that empowers artists to unleash their creativity and produce their finest work.
Director Mark Gill comments on working with SCENESIS Pictures to carry out the post production: “The Scenesis team have shown artistic sensitivity to the vision of the film. Working closely with me and my DOP, they have created visual effects that not only enhance the final image but they’ve done it in such a way that they go completely unnoticed. A real skill.”
Daniel Pagan, the Executive Producer Consultant at SCENESIS Pictures whose previous Film & TV credits include Beats, Peterloo, Mr Turner, Fisherman’s Friends, How to Have Sex, Showdogs expresses his:“Absolute delight at collaborating with Ravens Producer Cyril Cadars. Pagan eagerly anticipates the plethora of thrilling projects awaiting SCENESIS in the near future, with numerous other Feature FIlms and Episodic Drama projects in the pipeline”.
Cedric Mignon, the Founder and Creative Director of SCENESIS Pictures, says:”I am thrilled to have had the opportunity to host and work on ‘Ravens’ at SCENESIS and extend a warm welcome to clients from the UK and beyond to collaborate with us. Throughout my career as a Lead Matte Painter in both 2D and 3D, specialising in crafting architectural environments, I’ve been committed to delivering the best creative solutions for all our clients.”
Laetitia Michetti, SCENESIS Pictures Head of Production, shares her thoughts on “Ravens”:
“At SCENESIS, we prioritise our clients and the craft above all else. We are thrilled to have worked on ‘Ravens’ and to now extend our services to UK clients and international projects, welcoming everyone to our studio in Paris or guaranteeing a premium remote delivery experience. From our studio design to the collaborative approach of our team, we ensure the best possible experience and creative finish for every project we undertake. We understand how important it is to truly listen to our clients’ briefs and work closely with them as long-term partners to exceed their expectations.”
SCENESIS Head of VFX Matthieu Legros says about working with Mark Gill, Cyril Cadars and the Ravens team:“We have been so creatively challenged and the whole SCENESIS team have been proud to go over and beyond to deliver the post production of Ravens, we can’t wait for this to launch on the big screens”.
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