Close Encounters

2025 | South Africa | Telmo dos Reis | VR Capture PTY (ltd)

Close Encounters is an 8K fulldome wildlife film that takes audiences on an immersive virtual safari, bringing them face-to-face with Africa’s most iconic animals. Directed by Telmo dos Reis and produced by VR Capture, it offers a unique perspective on nature and conservation through breathtaking visuals, spatial surround sound, and expert storytelling by ranger Shane Raw. Filmed in South Africa, the film captures intimate encounters, from a lion reaching for the camera to a herd of elephants surrounding the lens. Using cutting-edge technology and wildlife expertise, it delivers a powerful conservation message, highlighting the importance of protecting fragile ecosystems. Set for international distribution in planetariums and immersive theaters, Close Encounters brings the wonders of African wildlife to audiences worldwide.