4D film is a
high technology multisensory presentation system combining
motion pictures with physical effects that are synchronized and occur in the theatre. Effects simulated in 4D films include motion,
vibration,
scent, rain, mist, bubbles, fog, smoke, wind, temperature changes, and strobe lights. Advanced seats in 4D venues vibrate and move during these multisensory presentations. Other common effects include air jets and water sprays.
Auditorium effects may include smoke,
rain,
lightning,
bubbles, and scent. 4D films are exhibited in every major global market in stadium seating
multiplexes
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and are exhibited via worldwide theatrical releases.
Multinational mobile 4D theatres include Cinetransformer venues. And as of 2022, 4D films are exhibited in more than 65 countries globally. 4D motion pictures are also exhibited in
theme parks.
History
The precursors of the modern 4D film presentation include Sensurround, which debuted in 1974 with the film ''
Earthquake''. Only a few films were presented in Sensurround, and it was supplanted by Dolby Stereo in 1977, which featured extended low frequencies and made subwoofers a common addition to cinema . Other notable efforts at pushing the boundaries of the film viewing experience include
Fantasound, the first use of stereo sound,
Cinemiracle, and
Cinerama, both widescreen formats utilizing multiple projectors.
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The Sensorium
''The Sensorium'' is regarded the world's first commercial 4D film and was first screened in a Six Flags theme park in Baltimore in 1984. It was produced in partnership with Landmark Entertainment.
Description
The 4D film included multiple track ...
'' is regarded as the world's first commercial 4D film and was first screened in 1984 at
Six Flags Power Plant in Baltimore. It was produced in partnership with
Landmark Entertainment
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4DX
4DX is a 4D film format developed by CJ 4DPlex, a subsidiary of South Korean cinema chain CJ CGV. It allows films to be augmented with various practical effects, including motion-seats, wind, strobe-lights, simulated-snow, and scents. First in ...
,
D-Box Technologies, and
Mediamation all currently integrate 4D technology in global stadium seating multiplexes.
List of 4D presentation systems for film theatres
The following is a list of 4D presentation systems developed for traditional
film theatres.
Selected filmography
See also
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List of 4DX motion-enhanced films
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Tribeca Enterprises
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References
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Motion picture film formats
3D films
1984 introductions
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