[BizTrends 2016] Projections in cinema

You're the director: Films will no longer be reserved for professional crews. Anyone in theory can now record and edit a film from their smart phone. Much like singing competitions like Idols the idea is that fans will vote for their favourite filming content.

You're the money: The public can vote on their favourite script and cast and contribute to the budget via crowdfunding platforms.

Cinema for your senses:The first 4DX cinema in Africa launched at Nu Metro V&A Waterfront in Cape Town mid December last year and aims to open 300 more auditoriums across 34 countries by midyear 2016. 4DX includes a huge curved wrap-around screen and promises a full on immersive experience utilising motion, vibration, water, wind, lighting and scents.

Frame-ous: Forget 24 frames per second; most blockbusters are now accelerating to 48 fps, as was done with Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogies.

Film binge dens: Think cinema meets hotel, where you check in to binge watch your favourite films, with bartenders, manicurists and masseuses on hand.

Lux viewing: VIP lounges like Cine Prestige are really just the beginning of the lux film viewing trend. Wanna watch a film in your bikini? Well if there is a Jacuzzi on hand then this is the dress code.

Image sourced from www.facebook.com/TheMovieTub

Take it outside: We're already seeing classics screened in interesting locations however outdoor cinema will become even more of an event spectacle, including themed dress up and sing along nights.

Sequels to infinity: Movie making will become more about ongoing story telling with movie fransching soaring to new heights. Think endless chapters of Avengers, Frozen, Batman ect.

See you at the cinema!

References:
www.hollywoodreporter.com
www.empireonline.com