Introducing OZ PARK FEST:
A Revolutionary Monthly Film Fest Showcasing the Future of Immersive Content Production
Chicago, IL – The Lincoln Park Room (LPR) is excited to announce OZ Park Fest [OPF] a groundbreaking monthly film festival that redefines the traditional model by exclusively featuring films produced with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision technologies via a unique and innovative Script to Screen format.
SCRIPT TO SCREEN MODEL
In addition to traditional film festival screening capabilities, the OPF model - fully integrated within LPR Studios - incorporates unique amenities designed to support every phase of content creation from development to distribution. Key in-house amenities include a Dolby Atmos-enabled 9.1.6 recording studio, industry-grade film production equipment including multiple Netflix approved cameras, a street-side pop-up shop, a street-facing podcast suite equipped to host a live in-person audience, and a fully immersive activation venue with a professional stage, advanced a/v and lighting systems, and a full bar and kitchen.
OPF STRUCTURE
The OZ Park Fest is held on the last Sunday of each month at LPR Studios, via an innovative four-part structure: 1. a live, in-person podcast recording spotlighting independent films and emerging talent; 2. immersive content production workshops hosted by the newly formed Chicago Dolby Chapter; 3. immersive film screenings; and 4. a live music showcase.
The OPF model aims to set a new standard regarding immersive content production and showcase the future direction of the film festival industry. OZ Park Fest strives to leverage LPR’s unique facilities and amenities to position Chicago at the forefront of a new paradigm in film festival production.
REVOLUTIONIZING WORKFLOW AND COLLABORATION
The OPF Model reimagines the celebration, production, and promotion of music and independent films by offering unique workflow and collaboration opportunities, specifically designed to empower independent filmmakers, composers and musicians, from development to distribution:
1. Dolby Format Integration: For films that do not initially meet Dolby format requirements, but are selected for a possible screening, OPF provides access to our integrated Dolby Atmos mixing room and a team of in-house composers and engineers, offering an efficient and cost-effective solution for remixing music and films to meet required Dolby standards.
2. Holistic Film Incubation: The OPF model supports development of films during the five phases of independent film production. In this scenario, project stakeholders collaborate from the projects’ inception at the LPR Studios, utilizing the Dolby enabled Recording Studio, and Netflix approved film production equipment. This approach ensures seamless integration of the film's audio requirements with its narrative, resulting in a more cohesive, immersive and streamlined production.
CREATING OPPORTUNITIES AND DRIVING INTEREST
The OZ Park Fest, Lincoln Park Room, and LPR Studios are committed to nurturing the next generation of filmmakers, composers, and industry professionals by creating new job opportunities within the industry and incentivizing prospective candidates to learn and join the fields of film production, film composition and audio engineering.