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Submerged is Vision Pro’s claustrophobic thrill ride that’s short on depth but long on immersion
- Submerged is Apple's immersive narrative film exclusively available on the Vision Pro mixed reality headset.
- The short film portrays the harrowing story of a World War II submarine crew under siege and uses immersive video techniques to put the viewer at the center of the action.
- The Vision Pro's 360-degree view capabilities and high-resolution displays are utilized to recreate the submarine's tight cabin and metal surroundings, effectively making the viewer a part of it.
- Director Edward Berger brilliantly switches between the film's 360-degree capabilities and the close-up focus to direct the viewer's gaze to expertly shot features such as the pores on the protagonist's face.
- Apple remains focused on delivering relatively brief immersive experiences like Submerged which lasts for a thrilling 17-minutes and delivers a palpable sense of anxiety that feels quite real.
- Berger revealed in an interview that filming for Submerged required intense planning and involved three weeks of learning the tool and techniques of Vision Pro's mixed reality headset.
- Despite the tight timeline, Berger ensured that there was no room for improvisation to maintain the precision and well thought-out design of the film.
- The director also made excellent use of the Vision Pro's frame, allowing the audience to design their experience by directing the eyes and focus of the protagonist while also offering a broader view for theater-like experiences.
- Apple's Vision Pro received mixed reviews since its release, and while it is priced at $3,500, it offers an immersive experience that could easily feel worth it to some viewers.
- The film is 17-minutes long and portrays a harrowing tale of a World War II submarine crew under siege. The film puts the viewer in the middle of the action by utilizing the Vision Pro's immersive video techniques and high-resolution displays.
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