SCENE PILOTS:

Italy

3D Cultural Tours

This pilot showcases stunning virtual tours of two iconic sites in Lecce, Italy:
– The Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria in Galatina
– The De’ Monti Castle in Corigliano d’Otranto
Each monument comes to life with immersive 3D experiences and a short film, bringing cultural heritage closer than ever before.

Responsible partners

ABOUT BASILICA OF SANTA
CATERINA D’ALESSANDRIA

The Basilica, famous for its 14th-century frescoes and Gothic-Romanesque architecture, is a gem of southern Italian religious art. Its frescoed walls and vaulted ceilings attract both pilgrims and art historians, creating an atmosphere of reverence that enriches any film narrative.

To preserve its delicate artwork, SCENE’s 3D models allow for pre-filming visualization, reducing the need for direct interaction with the frescoes. Additionally, digital audio simulations can replicate the Basilica’s acoustics, enabling sound designers to adapt the environment without the need for on-site audio testing.

ABOUT DE MONTI CASTLE

Castel de Monti, a 15th-century fortified structure, showcases the medieval architecture typical of the region. As a symbol of local resilience and feudal heritage, the castle draws visitors with an interest in medieval history. Its dramatic stonework and isolated rural setting offer a perfect backdrop for historical or fantasy film productions.

SCENE’s mobile 3D modeling and UWB tracking systems can be integrated into this rustic site to support filming. Limited indoor lighting is enhanced using the SCENE lighting simulation tool, enabling filmmakers to visualize and plan their scene setups in a controlled digital environment.

Pilot Scenario

The pilot uses detailed 3D models of both monuments, an existing one for the Basilica and a new one for the Castle. These models are used to create an interactive 360° virtual tour and a short animated film for each site, allowing users to explore and engage with the locations in a cinematic way. Both pieces will be distributed through SCENE’s platform, offering an innovative approach to integrating cultural heritage into film production and providing a new tool for filmmakers and audiences alike.

Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria

De Monti Castle

SCENE
tools

Pre-production

  • 3D Modeling: Create detailed 3D models of cultural sites to enable virtual exploration and pre-filming visualization.

  • Lighting simulations: Use simulations to replicate the site’s lighting conditions, allowing filmmakers to plan scenes digitally.

  • Audience Building: Build an audience through targeted engagement, generating interest and anticipation for the film.

Production

  • UWB Tracking: Utilize Ultra-Wideband tracking to monitor camera movements and objects in real-time, ensuring accurate scene setups.

Post-Production

  • Post-Production Effects: Apply digital effects to enhance the footage, refining the final output for a polished cinematic experience.

  • Blockchain: Integrate blockchain technology to manage digital rights and ensure secure distribution.

  • MAM (Media Asset Management): Organize, store, and track media assets throughout the production and post-production process.

SCENE
tools

Distribution

  • Distribution Engine: Use the SCENE platform’s distribution engine to streamline content delivery to various channels, ensuring wider reach and easy access.

Applications

Pre-production

  • 3D Modeling: Create detailed 3D models of cultural sites to enable virtual exploration and pre-filming visualization.

  • Lighting & Audio Simulations: Use simulations to replicate the site’s lighting conditions, allowing filmmakers to plan scenes digitally.

Production

  • UWB Tracking: Utilize Ultra-Wideband tracking to monitor camera movements and objects in real-time, ensuring accurate scene setups.

Post-Production

  • Post-Production Effects: Apply digital effects to enhance the footage, refining the final output for a polished cinematic experience.

  • Blockchain: Integrate blockchain technology to manage digital rights and ensure secure distribution.

  • MAM (Media Asset Management): Organize, store, and track media assets throughout the production and post-production process.

Applications

Distribution

  • Recommendation System: Leverage data-driven recommendations to personalize content distribution and suggest relevant films to users.

PHOTOGRAMMETRIC SURVEY PILOT  TESTING AT THE BASILICA OF SANTA CATERINA D’ALESSANDRIA IN GALATINA

Conducted by
CETMA

HOW WAS THE PHOTOGRAMMETRIC  PILOT TESTING CONDUCTED ?

  • Maps and Drawings: Collecting architectural plans and topographical maps.
  • Photographs: Gathering aerial and ground-level images.
  • Historical Data: Compiling records to understand the basilica’s evolution.
  • Objectives: Defining specific goals such as 3D modeling, structural analysis, or conservation documentation

  • Maps and Drawings: Collecting architectural plans and topographical maps.
  • Photographs: Gathering aerial and ground-level images.
  • Historical Data: Compiling records to understand the basilica’s evolution.
  • Objectives: Defining specific goals such as 3D modeling, structural analysis, or conservation documentation

  • Liaising with Authorities: Ensuring compliance with regulations and securing necessary permissions.
  • Risk Assessment: Conducting safety evaluations to prevent potential hazards during operations.

  • Optimal Flight Paths: Using specialized software to define flight paths and altitudes to ensure comprehensive coverage and image overlap.
  • Image Overlap: Ensuring 70-80% overlap for high-quality results.

  • Strategic Placement: GCPs were placed around the site to enhance model accuracy.
  • Image Capture: Drones took high-resolution images, while digital cameras captured interior and vertical details

Italy Pilot Execution

UWB-Based Tracking and Acoustic Data Collection Process

PRELIMINARY UWB TRACKING TESTS

  • Location: Castle di Monti
  • Tested UWB tracking precision (20-30 cm) for controlling light brightness and enhancing video quality.

360-DEGREE AUDIO DATA COLLECTION

  • Location: Castello de’ Monti & Church of Santa Caterina
  • Captured acoustic data to map reverberation and echo characteristics.

ACOUSTIC SIMULATION ALGORITHM

Collaborating with Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) to develop an algorithm that simulates the captured sonic environments for immersive soundscapes in video production.

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