Filming Location Spotlight | ZeroSpace

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Peacock's upcoming limited series "Long Bright River," premiering March 13, is a gripping crime drama based on Liz Moore's bestselling novel. The story follows Mickey Fitzpatrick, a Philadelphia police officer searching for her missing sister, Kacey, amid a series of murders in a neighborhood devastated by the opioid crisis. As Mickey investigates, she uncovers painful family secrets and the harsh realities of addiction and poverty. Starring Amanda Seyfried, Nicholas Pinnock, and Ashleigh Cummings, the series delivers intense performances and a nuanced take on crime storytelling. Showrunner Nikki Toscano aims to challenge traditional police narratives by portraying law enforcement and addiction with depth and authenticity.

In anticipation of the series, we shine our spotlight on an authentic New York City locale featured in the show – ZeroSpace, a cutting-edge production studio and entertainment venue nestled in the heart of Brooklyn.

Established in 2018, ZeroSpace began as an immersive art exhibit and has since transformed into a multifaceted facility specializing in the fusion of digital, virtual, and live content. Spanning over 40,000 square feet, this innovative space offers a range of services designed to cater to the creative needs of artists, filmmakers, developers, and event organizers.

State-of-the-Art Facilities at ZeroSpace

ZeroSpace in Brooklyn is a sprawling space designed for cutting-edge production, immersive experiences, and live events. Its sleek, industrial aesthetic blends modern technology with an open, flexible layout, making it a creative hub for filmmakers, artists, and event organizers. The facility features high ceilings, column-free studios, and state-of-the-art LED walls that transform the space into any environment imaginable. A dedicated virtual production stage, motion capture stage, photogrammetry studio, and volumetric capture stage provide the latest tools for digital content creation. The atmosphere is both high-tech and inviting, with thoughtfully designed spaces that encourage collaboration and innovation. Whether hosting a film shoot, an interactive exhibit, or a private event, ZeroSpace offers a seamless blend of functionality and creativity. Its gated parking lots, loading docks, drive-in rollgates, and multiple studio configurations make it one of Brooklyn's most versatile production spaces.

ZeroSpace boasts a variety of advanced production stages and studios, each tailored to specific creative endeavors:

●        In-Camera Visual Effects (ICVFX) Stage: This fixed-install LED stage is ideal for producing immersive environments, enabling real-time interaction between performers and digital content. It's a go-to for filmmakers seeking to blend physical and virtual elements seamlessly while traversing multiple virtual locations.

●        Motion Capture Stage: ZeroSpace's motion capture studio is outfitted with a top-tier Vicon motion capture system as well as a markerless Captury system, ensuring options for precise, high-fidelity movement tracking. This technology is widely used in gaming, animation, and virtual reality, allowing creators to bring digital characters to life with incredible accuracy. The studio provides an optimal space for actors, stunt performers, and athletes to execute complex movements, which are then translated into highly detailed 3D models. Whether capturing realistic human motion for a video game or creating fantastical creatures for a film, the motion capture stage at ZeroSpace is a game-changer for digital storytelling.

●        Photogrammetry Studio: With full-body and head scanning services, this studio is designed to produce hyper-realistic 3D models of people, objects, and even intricate textures. Using an array of high-resolution cameras, ZeroSpace's photogrammetry process captures minute details with extreme precision, making it an essential tool for visual effects teams, game developers, and 3D artists. This technology helps create lifelike digital doubles, realistic assets for CGI-heavy productions, and even virtual wardrobe fittings.

●        Volumetric Capture Stage: Designed for next-generation media production, the volumetric capture studio records performances in three dimensions, allowing actors' full-body movements and expressions to be digitized from every angle. This cutting-edge method of capturing 3D Video is crucial for virtual reality experiences, holographic projections, and interactive digital content, giving audiences a more immersive and realistic connection to the performers.

●        Event and Production Space: Spanning 40,000 square feet, ZeroSpace offers one of Brooklyn's largest and most flexible spaces for film/tv productions, live events, and exhibitions. The space includes four interconnected studios, providing ample room for large-scale activations, film shoots, and corporate gatherings.

Operating Hours and Social Media Presence

ZeroSpace operates primarily by appointment, catering to each client's specific needs. This flexible scheduling ensures every project receives the attention and resources required. To stay updated on the latest events, productions, and behind-the-scenes glimpses, follow ZeroSpace on Instagram and LinkedIn, or check out their website.

At Broadway Stages, we eagerly anticipate the "Long Bright River" premiere on Peacock and are honored to have played a role in bringing this compelling story to life.

Institutions like ZeroSpace are part of New York's magic, adding authentic character to the city's cultural landscape and making them ideal filming locations. By partnering with independent restaurants, bars, shops, and other businesses across the city, the film and TV industry can enhance the authenticity of its productions and also contribute to the success of these businesses that make New York special. Whether it's a pivotal scene in a television show or a quiet moment in a feature film, these locations offer a unique sense of the city we love.

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With more than 60 soundstages spanning across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, Broadway Stages offers over 4 million square feet of state-of-the-art production space, including soundstages, support space, distinctive filming locations, parking, and in-house services for lighting, power, and grip rentals. We provide tailored solutions for productions of all sizes, delivering the resources and expertise needed to meet your creative and technical needs.

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