French filmmaker Guillaume Panariello uses technology to create a virtual reality. He explores the emerging platforms that accompany film, with impressive visual effects and a unique playful outcome. His most recent film, a music video for ‘Unconditional Rebel’ by Siska was shot on a Phantom 4K in five seconds at 1000fps. A panning shot of a group of eighty extras creating a ‘living dreamlike mural’ . Although the film can often be overpowering with the excessive use of visual effects, it’s undeniable that Unconditional Rebel has a certain flourish, making you unable to avert your attention.
He works in a modern, progressive way using motion to create atmosphere, controlling the speed to suit the sound delicately and placing effects in post-production that shape his work subtly. Panariello’s passion creates beautifully shot images, always harbouring a pleasing use of colour and detail.
