MONTREAL.- Premiered last year in official competition at the Venice International Film Festival in the Venice Immersive section, the experience produced by Felix & Paul Studios is making its North American debut at Place des Arts. Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: The Seven Ravens is an augmented reality (AR) storybook that draws from advancements in AR to transport you to the heart of a timeless tale narrated in French by Canadian actor and writer James Hyndman.

JIM HENSON’S THE STORYTELLER: THE SEVEN RAVENS

In this enchanting tale, the night of Emma’s birth takes an unexpected turn when her seven brothers are cursed and transformed into ravens. The secret of her brothers’ fate is hidden from Emma until, 12 years later, hearing the whispers of the villagers, she forces the truth from her father, thus sparking her incredible journey.

Haunted by the guilt of her inadvertent role in the curse, Emma, following a magical compass, embarks on a quest across blazing fields, a burning desert, a tempestuous ocean, and into the expanse of the cosmos, guided by the radiant Morning Star. Her path leads her to the Crystal Mountain, an otherworldly realm governed by a deceitful Lord and inhabited by a giant, crystal-clad crab.

Through courage and sacrifice, she is able to remind her brothers of their humanity, causing them to reclaim their true forms. Their liberation brings joy and reunification, and they fly home, carrying Emma to their overjoyed father. Thus, the tale ends with the family’s heartwarming reunion, proving that love can overcome even the most powerful curses.

AN EXPERIENCE IN AUGMENTED REALITY

Felix & Paul Studios have embraced a new medium by using augmented reality for the first time in one of their productions with an optical see-through device. This technology brings the story to life as you turn the pages. Interact with the book (move it forward and backwards, side to side, up and down) to explore the story as it expands before your eyes. Immerse yourself in an entirely original and immersive experience, while still retaining the familiar mechanics of turning the pages of a book.

« This project is a testament to our pursuit of redefining how stories are told and experienced, creating more engaging and personal connections between story and audience.» ---Paul Raphaël, Chief Innovation Officer and Co-founder of Felix & Paul Studios

FELIX & PAUL STUDIOS

As a trailblazer in the field of immersive entertainment, Felix & Paul Studios has established itself as a leader and pioneer in creating groundbreaking virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences that captivate audiences across the globe.

The studio’s commitment to innovation is rooted in the belief that technology has the power to drive new forms of artistic expression and transform storytelling into storyliving.

Its award-winning portfolio includes the first ever cinematic VR experience, Strangers with Patrick Watson; Space Explorers: The ISS Experience, the critically-acclaimed series which inspired Space Explorers: THE INFINITE; as well as collaborations with industry leaders and visionaries such as Cirque du Soleil, Universal Studios, and the Obamas.