Case Studies

To show what the Bolt PTR could do, Cutare Film created a short film that would have been impossible to shoot without it. The father-son narrative unfolds in the cockpit and around the Porsche 911, demanding precision, timing, and a cinematic eye, with the PTR capturing high-energy sequences with smooth, repeatable motion while keeping the story front and centre.

It may not be the holiday season right now, but sometimes great stories have their own timing, so here’s a little Christmas in July for you. The festive spot, captured by Mocolab, follows a magical spark of holiday light as it winds its way outdoors and through an intricately dressed home, all shot using the Cinebot Max over one-full shooting day.

Discover how media company Ardh Alsama partnered with Mawja Tech and MRMC Broadcast to build a studio environment capable of AR/VR production workflows with the TRH Track Robotic Head and PTA-2 broadcast camera platform.

For the release of Ayra Starr's new album, Strange Nature enlisted Joel Nunez of Glammy to execute the music video for Control. Shot in a single day at a tight, multi-floor location in New York City, the team used the Cinebot Mini to create flawlessly synchronised, multi-pass shots, featuring Ayra performing in several locations within the same frame.

Explore how Digital Azul partnered with Slidekamera by MRMC to elevate the production of "The Floor," a large-scale game show featuring contestants competing on an interactive LED floor. By utilizing the ATLAS MODULAR Rail's advanced motion control capabilities, the production achieved dynamic camera angles and fluid movements, showcasing the synergy between cutting-edge technology and creative storytelling.

When the project to create a poker studio for the Onyx Club in the Merit Royal Premium in Northern Cyprus arose, Pokercaster selected Slidekamera by MRMC's ATLAS Sliders to deliver reliable automation and impressive integration features that streamline processes and reduce operating costs for 4K broadcasts.

When the opportunity to take space at the Broadcast Centre for The Paris Summer Games emerged, Nine worked alongside AE Live and MRMC to create a hybrid production model that balanced the need for on-the-ground presence with cost-effective remote operations using the Studiobot XL.

Learn how Bexmedia, a dynamic video production team, upgraded to Slidekamera by MRMC, leaving behind their previous equipment. Discover the reasons behind their switch, including superior motion control capabilities, enhanced build quality, and seamless integration with essential software. This case study highlights their journey towards efficiency and creativity in professional video production.

Mocolab provided the motion control for a high-impact promotional spot for the Professional Fighters League's "Battle of the Giants" featuring Francis Ngannou and Renan Ferreira. Using the Cinebot Max, the team captured dynamic, larger-than-life visuals, overcoming the challenges of a green screen shoot in a small studio and a tight production schedule to deliver some truly epic results.

ITN was the first production company to deploy MRMC's StudioBot LT as part of ITV overnight general election programme on Thursday 4 July 2024. The StudioBot LT is the latest addition to MRMC Broadcast's flagship range of robotic arm solutions, and their most compact robotic arm. Scheduled for release at IBC, this was the first time it has been used in a live programme of this kind and was used in bridging shots between the two main ITV studios being used on the night.

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, a pioneering project is transforming green screen studio services and live event streaming. This venture is setting new standards in precision, efficiency, and client satisfaction by leveraging MRMC's camera robotic technology, including the cutting-edge AFC-100 robotic head and the QRS-1 Quiet Rail System.

Slidekamera by MRMC ATLAS MOCO Set combined with the BULLHEAD Remote Head and ATLAS Modular Drive was used during a music video shoot in Vienna, Austria. The director, Vesely Marek, an expert in music video production, has consistently relied on Slidekamera’s motion control solutions to achieve his creative visions.

With more than 59,000 members, Prestonwood Baptist Church chose to expand its broadcast services in 1999 under the banner of PowerPoint Ministries. This laid the groundwork for what would become a cornerstone of its outreach efforts, and in January 2024, Prestonwood's most recent upgrade was complete, featuring MRMC robotics in 15 of its 18 camera positions. In this indepth case study, Bryan Bailey, Director of Media at Prestonwood takes us on Prestonwood’s journey, discussing the decision to expand it robotics setup, and the impact this has had, particularly on the volunteers at the church.

Colin Michael Quinn played a crucial role in bringing a pivotal sequence to life in Spider-Man: No Way Home, where the Green Goblin punches Spiderman through a window. Using the Bolt Cinebot on a three-meter track, Colin was tasked with capturing the punch in slow motion before orbiting the Bolt at high speed behind Tom Holland for one intense and visually stunning shot.

Experience the cutting-edge Quiet Rail System-1 (QRS-1) by Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC) at Kilden Theater and Concert Hall, sponsored by Danmon. Witness the seamless integration of this robotic rail system with a camera dolly, tested during a concert recording by the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra. Join representatives from MRMC, Creative Technology, and Norsk Produksjon to explore the potential of the QRS-1 for enhancing live productions.

MrMoco Rentals partnered with Art Practice to create visually immersive Idents for Channel 4. Through their expertise in motion control and technically-impressive 3D workflow, MrMoco Rentals managed diverse locations, coordinated several camera movements at once and accommodated for a range of directors from different backgrounds.

Goodwoof, the world's most exclusive festival for dogs and their owners, partnered with The Flash Pack to create a stand-out content moment. Showbolt took centre stage within the 'Barkitecture' tent, capturing breathtaking slow-motion shots of our furry friends and their humans.

6 Degrees Romania and MRMC collaborated to produce a groundbreaking short film that employed a fusion of cutting-edge motion techniques, 3 Bolt systems, timelapse, and performance capture. This innovative approach breathed new life into the timeless tale, pushing the boundaries of storytelling.

Showbolt stole away the stars of the show at the Brit Awards 2023. Set within the Magistrates Ballroom of the Nomad Hotel in London, our partners The Flash Pack worked with Warner Music and Ciroc Vodka to deliver a night to remember to guests of the BRIT Awards.

Motion Control experts Robotface Studios was approached by advertising & communications agency The Shannon Company to turn an otherwise static shot of two people into a visually unexpected vertical orbital camera movement.

On one of the biggest stages in the world, MRMC yet again showcased their versatility and state-of-the-art technology. In collaboration with AFP (Agence France Presse), the versatile Robotic POD housed the Nikon Z9 camera to capture images of the most famous football players in the world.

Our experiential event technology, Showbolt captured festival-goers of Parookavile for client Jägermeister. The high-speed robotic camera arm created an immersive experience for guests, capturing them having fun at the festival whilst also delivering truly unique content.

New York-based creative agency The Garage, were approached by production company Taylor James, to create a new heartburn commercial, utilising a time-lapse effect to illustrate the duration and physical discomfort it causes.

A virtual production and motion control collaboration between MRMC & Vu Studio at NABshow 2022

Showbolt recently departed to the sun-drenched French Riviera for the star-studded amfAR Gala as part of the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix festivities. An A-list and Super Model lineup of guests compiled a Showbolt gallery never seen before!

Creative agency Amplify approached the MrMoco Rentals team to help capture the new Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo. They were challenged to create a new commercial to excite a younger audience by creating a one-of-a-kind viewing experience, capturing the new Porsche in the place it feels most comfortable — the great outdoors.

It is always a great pleasure to work for iconic car brands, and you can’t get more iconic than the luxury British car manufacturer Bentley. The new film commercial directed by Valentin petit & produced by OCURENS and UNIT 9 required some very precise motion control shots inside the car.

The DFL wanted to create an automated camera system that is able to track, follow and focus on one particular player during a match. The goal was for the camera to capture a player from head to toe, and follow him throughout the match everywhere he turns using tracking data, by using a fully automated system.

LÉMA Slow are a France based production company specialising in Motion Control & slow motion visual effects. Creating high-end content for many big brands, the team was one of the first companies to get their hands on the new Bolt Mini Model Mover 6-axis arm, putting the new system through its paces and testing it out in a variety of creative scenarios in their Bordeaux based studio.

Recently Oslo Streamingsenter launched a new streaming centre in Oslo, and following a recent studio upgrade, they wanted to install a system that would enhance the content they capture with their PTZ’s making the shots higher quality and more dynamic. One of the challenges they want to solve was the requirement for automation to make their services more efficient, cost-effective without compromising quality. Following consultation with MRMC Polymotion Chat was recommended a solution to their challenge.

How do you cover an event that photographers can’t access? Joe Biden’s inauguration would be a ceremony like no other as for the first time in history, patrons were banned from attending the event due to the high-risk security situation that arose from the storming of the capitol by protestors. MRMC’s robotic pod were designed for remote photography & video capture and were able to put cameras where it wouldn’t be safe – or permitted – for photographers to go to capture the crucial shots.

Cross section camera transitions are always a winner on the screen. Couple them with motion control for a carousel-like edit and you’ll get one of the simplest, most effective visual effects. Based on this principle the Yellow days’ music video “how can I love you?” used a camera that travels vertically 15 floors underground witnessing 15 different changes of scenarios all set in a room.

The successful adoption of Virtual Production techniques in high-end productions, such as Disney’s Mandolorian, has initiated a surge in interest in this industry-changing technology. RiTE Media are at the cutting-edge of this creative revolution, working closely with Epic Games, the developer of the Unreal Engine – the real-time 3D creation tool that is powering virtual production advancements. Through their development of new tools, techniques and by integrating motion control robots, they have broken new ground in virtual production.

Where premium car brands are concerned every visual detail is vital. The vision for Mercedes’ new car commercial promoting the release of its latest CLS model was no different, with an extremely technical brief, the production company Tempomedia brought in the incredibly talented motion control experts at Mastermoves to help realise the car company’s creative vision. Using motion control, the brief was to capture an emotional journey, celebrating the aesthetic design of the new Mercedes CLS model.

Asics is a Japanese athletic equipment company that has advanced to multi-national, producing everything from footwear to water bottles and cater to all needs within the sporting community. ASICS set out to find a camera solution suitable for mass product photography and, after undertaking extensive market research, ASICS discovered MRMC’s Orbital.

Red Bull approached Showbolt with a brand experience brief to support the Red Bull Media World at the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, Switzerland.