September marked the start of an exhilarating new season, and here at Technicolor Group we kicked things off with a bang! MPC saw two projects enter the International Best Feature race at the 97th Academy Awards, as the countdown began for Mufasa: The Lion King. Shōgun made waves at the Emmy Awards, teaming up with The Mill to bring an epic show trailer to life, and The Mill India triumphed at the ANN Awards with Life Song. Mikros Animation proved every character is a valuable player by bringing their supporting characters into the spotlight. Technicolor Games hit XDS in style and celebrated the long-awaited launches of NBA 2K25 and EA Sports FC25.
At Technicolor Group, we’re always in the game, so we took a victory lap by revisiting some of our all-time greatest games collaborations. Let’s go🔥
Read on to find out more about what we’ve been up to this month.
MPC
With the countdown on to the worldwide release of Mufasa: The Lion King, it’s time to revisit some of MPC’s most iconic shots from The Lion King (2019).
Reflecting on this VES award-winning work for Jon Favreau’s reimagining of a classic gets us even more excited for Barry Jenkins’ next chapter. Be prepared for another VFX masterclass.
Emilia Pérez and Vermiglio have joined the Oscar race! Emilia Pérez will represent France and Vermiglio will represent Italy in the International Best Feature category.
MPC Paris provided 350+ VFX shots for Emilia Pérez, seamlessly setting the film in Mexico, despite most of the feature being shot on blue screens in Paris.
The MPC Hauteville teams expertly handled the rushes, colour correction, colour grading and deliverables for Vermilglio, beautifully bringing to life the world of a remote Italian mountain village.
A huge congratulations to Farid Sandoval and the entire MPC Concept Art team, who are finalists at the 2024 Concept Art Awards! Farid’s work on the Covenant Priest Uto ‘Mdama from HALO Season 2 has been nominated in the Live-Action Series – Creature Finalists category.
MPC attended the Festival De la Fiction and are proud to have contributed to two stunning series:
A Devoted Friend (Une Amie Dévouée), for which MPC Paris handled dailies management, colour grading, deliverables and editing.
Rivages, for which MPC Paris managed the confo, deliverables and editing rooms.
MPC were in full force at the 49th annual Toronto International Film Festival, with four unbeatable projects being showcased: Emilia Pérez, Daniela Forever, Vermiglio, and Little Jaffna.
This month’s project releases included:
⭐️ Miskina, La Pauvre Season 2
While it seems like Fara has gained control of her life after her grandmother’s death, the truth is she’s hiding her struggles. She deceives everyone—her boyfriend, URSSAF, her mother, and even herself. The Alaoui family, known for avoiding the truth, embark on a journey to confront their past and, hopefully, learn to be honest with each other.
⭐️ Never Let Go
As an unimaginable evil engulfs the world, a mother and her twin sons find safety within their home and the strength of their close bond. But when one of the boys questions the reality of the evil, their united bond is broken, sparking a harrowing struggle for survival.
⭐️ The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol
Picking up where Season 1 left off, Daryl Dixon and Carol Peletier are forced to confront old demons. Elsewhere, Genet’s movement gains momentum, driving Pouvoir towards a violent showdown with the Union of Hope in the battle for France’s future.
Since we’ve officially entered spooky season and we’re celebrating the release of Season 2, it’s the perfect time to revisit the gory VFX breakdown from The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon.
Napoleon: The Director’s Cut is out now, with 48 minutes of epic new footage. Napoleon features remarkable VFX work from MPC, which earned them Academy Award and BAFTA nominations.
Don’t miss Autodesk’s blog featuring insights from MPC Production VFX Supervisor Matt Jacobs on virtual production workflows. By leveraging game engines, sound stages, and LED screens in place of traditional sets and locations, this innovative approach—once exclusive to media and entertainment—is now being adopted across a wide range of industries.
Check out more news from MPC here.
The Mill
Shōgun made history at the 2024 Emmy Awards, taking home a record-breaking 18 accolades in its first season — the most ever for a show in a single year!
Our outstanding talent at The Mill contributed to the VFX and colour grading, as shown in their work on Shōgun‘s official teaser trailer.
The Mill India were triumphant at the 2024 ANN Awards! The stunning collaboration between Ricky Kej and UNICEF India has been recognised for excellence in animation in the following categories:
- DIGITAL/OTT: Best Use of Animation in a Music Video – 3D
- SPECIAL AWARDS: Best Use of Animation in a Public Service Message
The Mill has been shortlisted for multiple projects across various categories at the 2024 Ciclope Festival:
🏅 ‘Knockout Chaos: Anthony Joshua X Francis Ngannou‘ in Post Production: VFX
🏅 Elder Scrolls Online ‘Gold Road‘ in Animation for Video Games
🏅Riot ‘VALORANT Console Launch‘ in Animation for Video Games
🏅Michelob ULTRA ‘Lap of Legends’ in Innovation: Live Experience
🏅Michelob ULTRA ‘Lap of Legends’ in Innovation: Immersive Digital Experience
🏅Michelob ULTRA ‘Lap of Legends‘ in Innovation: Use of Data and AI
Crawford vs Madrinov ‘Everything or Nothing‘ was shortlisted for Best Colour Grading at the Kinsale Shark Awards.
Boston’s most wanted. And least qualified. The Instigators, now streaming on Apple TV+. Step behind the scenes with The Mill’s talented team of VFX artists to see how they made the action happen.
Have you seen The Mill’s latest Games reel? Featuring monumental projects from award-winning games cinematic moments, action, and famous IP characters – you don’t want to miss it.
In this month’s project releases, we saw featured:
⭐ Wrangler ‘Good Mornings Make for Better Days’
Sunday Night Football is back, and what better way to bring in the season than with Wrangler‘s latest spot?
⭐️ Amazon Fire ‘Escaped the Zoo’
The Mill’s newest collaboration with HAYMAKER and RadicalMedia with Director, Paul Briganti for Amazon Fire. What happens when Orangutans escape?
⭐️ Nissan ‘Qashqai Defy the Limits’
Verticality, dynamic camera balance, and dramatic reversals reveal the bold new Nissan Qashqai. Innovation reaches new heights.
The Mill invites you to step behind the scenes of the Nissan Qashqai ad. Discover how they built an entire neighbourhood from scratch to create a gravity-defying (yet believable) world.
Did you know? DHL helped decrease the total emissions of Coldplay‘s Music of the Spheres World Tour by an impressive 59%. The Mill helped spread this important message with their expert VFX and colour grading.
RK Chand, Executive Director at The Mill India, took the stage at Vegas Fest to highlight the groundbreaking work of the Technicolor Group in India, exploring our transformative projects that are shaping the future of VFX and animation.
In a special alumni session, Sanchit S, Deputy Head of Production at The Mill India and a proud MAAC alumnus, shared his personal journey from a student at MAAC to becoming a leading figure in the industry.
Check out the latest project releases from The Mill here.
Mikros Animation
September 22nd marked World Rhino Day. What better way to celebrate than with the quirky and courageous Honkus from Ozi, Voice of the Forest? This clumsy yet brave rhino symbolises the strength and resilience of these amazing animals.
Lovingly created by Mikros Animation, Honkus is an important reminder of why it’s crucial to protect endangered species.
There’s something about Honkus that just spreads joy. Which is why Mikros chose the blissful rhino to kick-start their favourite supporting characters series, celebrating their unsung animated heroes. While Honkus may not be the lead character in Ozi, Voice of The Forest, her contribution is undeniable. Her unwavering loyalty, clumsy charm, and courageous spirit make her a standout, leaving a lasting impression on both the characters and audience.
Find out why team Mikros loves her so much. And if you haven’t already, see her in full swing (not literally) in Ozi, Voice of the Forest.
Following in Honkus’ hooves is Dil Pickles from Rugrats. The hilarious and unpredictable brother of Tommy Pickles, brought to life by our amazing team at Mikros Animation Bangalore. Small yet mighty, Dil’s big personality and adventurous nature make him a fan-fave. Whether he’s babbling nonsense or fearlessly diving into new situations, he embodies the carefree joy that defines Rugrats.
Find out more about the youngest Rugrat.
Time flies in the world of animation! Can you believe it’s been 3 months since Mikros Animation revealed their showstopping 2024 Demoreel? Revisit the glorious mayhem below.
Check out more news from the Mikros Animation team here.
Technicolor Games
It’s time to return to the pitch! EA Sports FC25 is back and better than ever, with extra features and upgraded gameplay taking us to new leagues.
Technicolor Games are honoured to be back, continuing their 10+ year collaboration by providing 3D art services and contributing to character & environment assets.
Before you hit the field, revisit Technicolor Games’ incredible work on FC24, from environments to characters. Did you know? The team customised the sun’s position based on the real-world coordinates of each stadium, ensuring the sunlight and shadows aligned accurately with the environment.
Hit the court and leap into a new season with NBA 2K25, out now.
Technicolor Games are proud to continue this long-standing collaboration with Visual Concepts on the popular sports franchise. This time, the team contributed their face and body animation expertise, as well as environment assets.
Technicolor Games spent a superb week at XDS, accompanied by The Mill. The team reconnected with familiar faces, built new relationships, and showcased how Technicolor Group’s studios can support in every stage of the game development cycle.
Get the full run-down in The 2024 XDS Download.
Last but by no means least, the latest gameplay trailer for Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been released.
Tune in for a taste of what’s to come in this epic dragon battle. Game on from October 31st.
Stay tuned for insights from Tokyo Game Show.
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