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‘Torchwood’ gets new title: ‘The New World’ (pics)When History announced its development slate a couple months back, there was one item in their release that sounded really interesting: Taking vintage WWII film footage and converting it into high definition for the first time.
At the network’s press tour panel in Pasadena today, History opened with a trailer for the resulting project, “WWII in HD,” and the images were stunning.
There’s still the grain, scratches and flatness that one expects from 65-year-old footage, but you also get a sense that you’re looking at a moment in history from a perspective you have not seen before. It’s a safe bet that Hilter-in-high-def will do well for the network, especially with History taking the extra step of crafting a story around the footage rather than simply leaning on images. It’s a 10-part documentary series that’s planned for this fall.
Here’s the trailer. Keep in mind, this online video’s resolution is not HD, but it still gives you some idea of the improved clarity…
meneame.net // Jul 30, 2009 at 3:10 am
La Segunda Guerra Mundial a todo color y en calidad HD por primera vez (ENG)
¿La Segunda Guerra Mundial en imágenes de vídeo a todo color y en calidad HD? Canal Historia prepara una serie documental sobre la Segunda Guerra Mundial en HD. Cuenta con imágenes en color restauradas digitalmente, que sin llegar a ser HD, tienen una …
well this is definitely a first! WWII in HD would make the whole thing so much more amazing to watch. Must’ve taken some real hard work, this. Looking forward to it. Saw more videos and documentaries like this on http://www.aerocinema.com do check that out as well if you’re interested in WWII history in general and aviation and air crafts in general.