Circa 1948 1.0.4

Circa 1948 1.0.4

National Film Board of Canada – Office national du film du Canada – Freeware – iOS
out of 22 votes
Latest Version
1.0.4
Safe to install

This immersive art app offers a unique journey through a post-war North American city, inspired by film noir aesthetics and grounded in historical events. Circa 1948, crafted by internationally acclaimed artist Stan Douglas in collaboration with the award-winning NFB Digital Studio, transports users to late 1940s Vancouver, BC. Delve into the city's urban landscape, characterized by racial and income disparities, as you engage with meticulously recreated scenes set in contrasting locations.

Explore the affluent west side's Old Hotel, once home to homeless war veterans, and navigate the bustling streets of ethnically diverse Hogan's Alley on the east side. Witness an array of characters, from minorities to corrupt officials, through 44 film noir influenced conversations that reveal a rich tapestry of narratives. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada, Circa 1948 stands out as the first real-time 3D art app to blend storytelling with historical accuracy.

Key Features:

  • Immersive historical detail
  • Authentic period music and audio
  • 44 dialogues influenced by film noir
  • Historically precise props, architecture, and landscapes
  • Utilizes an open-source real-time 3D engine
  • Multiple navigation modes driven by touch and gyroscope

Supported Devices:

  • iPhone: 4S, 5, 5C, and 5S
  • iPad Series: iPad 2, 3rd and 4th generation iPad, iPad Air, iPad Mini, and 2nd generation iPad Mini

Overview

Circa 1948 is a Freeware software in the category Audio & Multimedia developed by National Film Board of Canada – Office national du film du Canada.

The latest version of Circa 1948 is 1.0.4, released on 04/07/2024. It was initially added to our database on 04/07/2024.

Circa 1948 runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Circa 1948 gave it a rating of 3 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Provides access to a vast collection of historical documentaries and films from the National Film Board of Canada.
  • Offers a unique way to explore Canadian history, culture, and social issues through film.
  • User-friendly interface makes it easy to search and discover content.
  • Available for free to users in Canada.
  • High-quality streaming of films and documentaries.

Cons

  • Restricted access to users outside of Canada.
  • Not as extensive as other streaming platforms in terms of overall content variety.
  • No option to download films for offline viewing.

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