Peculiarities of Perception and the Place of the Viewer in the “Spherical” Cinematic Space
https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-63-1-121-146
Abstract
This article examines the features of perception and the role of the viewer in “spherical” cinema and virtual reality by comparing traditional cinema, “spherical” cinema and interactive VR 360 projects, highlighting the unique characteristics of each format. The author explores the viewer’s interaction with the “spherical” space and its impact on the viewer's attention and memory, the technical and production aspects of filming and their influence on the quality of audiovisual content. The research on the impact of “spherical” films on viewers sheds light on the potential of this innovative media format.
About the Author
O. V. Dobrynin
S.A. Gerasimov Russian Federation State University of Cinematography (VGIK)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Oleg V. Dobrynin, Senior lecturer, Department of Animation and Computer Graphics, head of the workshop “Multimedia Directing”, film director
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Dobrynin O.V. Peculiarities of Perception and the Place of the Viewer in the “Spherical” Cinematic Space. Vestnik VGIK. 2025;17(1(63)):121-146. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-63-1-121-146
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