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Solventdreams Uses Magic Bullet Editors for National Geographic Series

San Francisco, CA, December 12, 2005 – Red Giant Software today announced that Solventdreams used Magic Bullet™ Editors on the National Geographic mini series called the Microkillers, which explores the deadly strains of microorganisms such as Ebola, HIV, malaria, plague, and the flu. Magic Bullet Editors, a software plug-in, based on The Orphanage’s award-winning Magic Bullet technology, enabled Solventdeams to add film treatments right on the Final Cut Pro timeline.

Solventdreams set recurrent looks for archival material, re-enactments, and some interviews. Certain Magic Bullet Editors presets like the film looks emulation Mexicali were used for archival shots of India, sepia tone presets like Pale Olive for old hospital scenes, and a Bleach Bypass for re-enactments of a soldier on patrol in Africa in the Ebola episode.

“Magic Bullet Editors was indispensable in expediting a high quality, distinctive look to particular re-enactment sequences and lower quality archival footage—some of which was from the 1950’s and 1960’s,” said David Davidson, owner of Solventdreams.

About Solventdreams

Los Angeles boutique post facility, Solventdreams, specializes in film visual effects, motion design, color correction and editorial talent for independent films. Housed in a 4,000 square foot facility with a Japanese koi pond and garden, the company runs three edit suites, a compositing room, and conference facilities. Founded by filmmaker David Davidson in 2000, the company’s philosophy is to provide exceptional creative talent and professional service.

About Red Giant Software

Red Giant Software LLC (www.redgiantsoftware.com) is a San Francisco-based company that develops professional tools for digital video production. Products are available as plug-ins for popular video editing and effects applications including After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Premiere Pro, and Avid. All tools are based on production-proven technology developed by visual effects veterans.

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