by Benjamin Sawyer
The world of films extends to the world of TV shows and together they have been working their magic for decades.
The modern world of entertainment is nothing without a bit of film in it. Films have been impacting entertainment for decades and that’s obvious in a variety of sectors. These mediums have been around for some time and people still use them as ways to comment on society or escape from it, tell a good story, or just provide some good fun.
Film Impact on Gaming
The world of gaming is vast and wouldn’t be the same without the impact of films. Gaming is one of the most popular hobbies of today and it hasn’t been the same without the addition of films or rather short clips which can be interpreted as short films.
The early games had little means of telling a story. Their animations didn’t look as amazing as they do today and they employed other devices that made the game work. The ’90s and the early 2000s saw the implementation of film in video games. Short clips were introduced to start and finish a story as well as introduce various characters.
One of the examples of this sort of film impact is the Warcraft Series, namely the Reign of Chaos and Frozen Throne titles. The story begins with a video of a prophet warning one of the main characters in the game of possible danger to their race. The various campaigns include orcs, elves, humans, and the undead, and each of them has a bunch of clips that further the story. Some of them have a cinematic feel while others are made with the game’s animations.
Fast forward to today, and you have modern titles where cinematics are part of the gaming experience. Online video games feature them frequently, and short films are even present in the world of iGaming. This world offers a bunch of casino games via casino sites to players across the globe. Slots will have short animations and films to start the game and introduce some of the symbols which show the film’s impact on casinos. Nowadays, there are all sorts of slots available at mobile casinos as well as crypto and traditional casino sites.
The point of films in gaming is to start, advance, and end the game’s story. It can show more than one end when it’s part of titles that offer complex stories. Recent trends have also made some players couple the clips together into game films that players can watch to get a feel for a game’s story. Either way, films will remain crucial parts of gaming.
Film Impact on Technology
Technology has helped films get better when it comes to visuals, but technology has also been propelled forward by films. Behind the scenes, directors and the crew craft all sorts of structures to tell the story of the film. They would use all sorts of old and new technology to make characters look believable. Practical effects include the use of old technology.
As an example, you see how various sorts of makeup and costumes are used to create characters. Any mage or superhero might have a cape that needs to look real and this is done by actually making one. Orcs, goblins, elves, and other mystical creatures can be created with practical effects or rather makeup.
CGI is frequently used nowadays for various effects in film. You can refer to modern action films such as Sisu [pictured], Superman, or any other title to get a feel for this sort of experiment. In fact, action flicks frequently use various sorts of technology to create explosions and all sorts of events in the environment. By wanting to create these sorts of creatures and events, directors have pushed boundaries and have helped technology morph into what it is today. In other words, digital platforms shape films as much as films shape streaming platforms.
Film Impact on Sending a Message
The story is a vital element of every film which is why films and TV shows are used for telling it. It’s about sending a message to the viewer and depending on the film, it can be a simple or a complex one. History has been strongly inspiring directors for decades and they can dive deep into certain eras, battles, and more.
World War II is one of the most featured periods in film. With a title like Schindler’s List, a modern audience can understand the complex lives of Jews back in those days and that not every German is bad. Other films set in the period might focus on the battles and outsmarting their opponents in the war. Every victory came with the cost of thousands of lives, which just goes to show you the brutality of war.
With TV shows like The Crown, you’re able to delve a bit deeper into the British Royal family and find out that it’s not that easy being a monarch, let alone a female one. There are countless other examples of films showing just how important it is to hear a different voice in society through films, which is why they remain impactful.
In conclusion, the film industry has helped give people different opinions on various matters and tells stories some of us have never heard of. They’ve advanced technology to better suit their needs and the needs of the world. Finally, they have revolutionised the world of gaming as well as the world of entertainment as a whole. The impact of film has revolutionised the way we look at the world as a whole. Whether it’s a film about having fun or telling a serious story, films will continue playing a vital role in entertainment.
