News





Polaroid Eyewear and RealD sign global license agreement

Aug 19, 2010

Polaroid Eyewear and RealD signed a global license agreement to use the RealD brand in conjunction with the launch of a new generation of curved 3D glasses called Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear.

Under the terms of the agreement, Polaroid Eyewear will distribute its RealD-certified Premium 3D Eyewear line to cinemas, eye-care professionals and other retail channels through its global network of subsidiaries and distributors. Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear will be compatible with all RealD 3D-enabled movie theatres around the world.

“RealD is excited to partner with a brand like Polaroid that has a heritage in polarizing lens technology,” said Joseph Peixoto, president of worldwide cinema at RealD. “Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear promises a range of custom frames with precisely curved lenses so moviegoers can fully experience RealD 3D with an uncompromising field of vision and a pair of glasses to match their personal style.”

Prescription-lens wearers will be able to choose from a range of premium 3D cover styles that fit comfortably over any optical frame. There will also be a junior style for younger viewers. The product is fully UV-protective.

For further information on Polaroid Eyewear’s Premium 3D range, contact Rachel Scholan, North American marketing and product manager, at marketing@polaroideyewear.com.


Polaroid Eyewear and RealD sign global license agreement

Aug 19, 2010

Polaroid Eyewear and RealD signed a global license agreement to use the RealD brand in conjunction with the launch of a new generation of curved 3D glasses called Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear.

Under the terms of the agreement, Polaroid Eyewear will distribute its RealD-certified Premium 3D Eyewear line to cinemas, eye-care professionals and other retail channels through its global network of subsidiaries and distributors. Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear will be compatible with all RealD 3D-enabled movie theatres around the world.

“RealD is excited to partner with a brand like Polaroid that has a heritage in polarizing lens technology,” said Joseph Peixoto, president of worldwide cinema at RealD. “Polaroid Premium 3D Eyewear promises a range of custom frames with precisely curved lenses so moviegoers can fully experience RealD 3D with an uncompromising field of vision and a pair of glasses to match their personal style.”

Prescription-lens wearers will be able to choose from a range of premium 3D cover styles that fit comfortably over any optical frame. There will also be a junior style for younger viewers. The product is fully UV-protective.

For further information on Polaroid Eyewear’s Premium 3D range, contact Rachel Scholan, North American marketing and product manager, at marketing@polaroideyewear.com.

More Technology and New Products

BERLIN 2012: Berlin Festival Honors Sound Pioneer Ray Dolby

Berlin festival director Dieter Kosslick will present Dolby with a Berlinale Camera award on Feb. 16. More »

Chemical Brothers concert film debuts in Dolby Surround 7.1

The Chemical Brothers—Don’t Think became the world’s first theatrical concert film mixed in Dolby Surround 7.1. More »

Harkness launches Foldable Digital 220 screens

Harkness Screens announced the launch of Foldable Perlux® Digital 220 screens manufactured from its U.S. plant in Virginia. More »

Harkness plans web seminar on 3D and screen brightness

Harkness Screens will offer a free web seminar on Feb. 29 on the subject of 3D and screen selection. More »

ADVERTISEMENT



REVIEWS

Safe_House_
Film Review: Safe House

Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds play cat-and-mouse in an autopilot CIA thriller that tilts at political relevance but contents itself with aping Tony Scott mannerisms. More »

The Woman in Black
Film Review: The Woman in Black

The unimaginative approach of both director and screenwriter make this attempt at classy horror singularly uninvolving and lacking in the essential element of surprise. More »

Player for the Film Journal International website.


ADVERTISEMENT



INDUSTRY GUIDES

» Blue Sheets
FJI's guide to upcoming movie releases, including films in production and development. Check back weekly for the latest additions.

» Distribution Guide
» Equipment Guide
» Exhibition Guide

ORDER A PRINT SUBSCRIPTION

Film Journal International

Subscribe to the monthly print edition of Film Journal International and get the full visual impact of this valuable resource for the cinema business.

» Click Here

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Learn how to promote your company at the Film Expo Group events: ShowEast, CineEurope, and CineAsia.

» Click Here