5D TECHNOLOGY COMES TO NIGERIA

5D Technology Comes To Nigeria By Yemi Olakitan

5D, the latest multi-dimensioional, digital technology introduced in cinemas all over the world is now in Nigeria. This is the first time the technology would arrive in the West African sub region, and the second time in Africa. The only one of its kind is said to be in South Africa. At a press conference, the CEO of Ground Zero Babatunde Adisa said a new outlet under their company called Bamaja entertainment spot was created to manage the technology, which will be declared, opened in May with all the power of the 5D digital and cinematic technology. The 5D technology will be showcasing all the effects of the much-acclaimed Disneyland of the United States. Nigerians do not have to travel abroad to see all the fantasy that the Disneyland has to offer. They can access such at Ground Zero. The well-known 3D technology had initially been combined with seat movements and digitally designed fantasy that takes the audience into distant lands and places in a mood of excitement and fun. The 3D has other effects such as wind, and wave motion and the 4D experience has water spraying and even rain fall. However, the 5D technology experience will be better than all with more advanced technology such as rain, smoke, lathing, air bubbles and sunlight. It will also appeal to the sense of smell combined with the effects of the 3D technology. The 5D technology will take the viewers into the movie world. It is a technology that is different from the conventional cinema because it takes the viewers into the movie itself. The viewers experience all the actions and occurrences in all the scenes of the movie. He is not just an onlooker but also a participator of the plots. The films ranges from paradise, Roller Coaster, Aliens and may more. There is something for different ages. Mr. Adisa said that Ground Zero would be an unforgettable experience for everyone who comes around to see 5D. Viewers to the cinema will seat with belts in rows so that the motion will not make them fall as the movie takes them to high mountains and seas as in the Roller Coater software. The 5D experience is a computer technology that makes movie as interactive as much as possible. The viewers are totally involved. They wear glasses that further accentuate the experience as the software works within the glasses. The cinematic technology is a relatively new experience in Nigeria and holds great promise for the digital entertainment in the country. The technology is open to everyone to experience; however certain restrictions are to be emphasized. Certain movies cannot be seen by children; below the ages of 10. Adults that are hypertensive cannot see the movies since it would not be medically advisable for them. The movie will run for 5 minuets, although the cinema will be opened throughout the day for all to come and enjoy the view. Adequate parking spaces are provided for all. According to the management, there will be food and drinks available on request during the viewers’ visit. The 5D technology is perfect for families, tourists and Nigerians who want to enjoy the new innovations in digital cinematic entertainment. At the press briefing, the company took the media men in attendance on free ride through the viewing. Mr. Adisa said that the technology would be built in all the six geo political zones in Nigeria, particularly, Abuja and Porthacout.