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South Africa's First Fulldome Film Premieres: 'Close Encounters'

9/30/2025

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Close Encounters, South Africa's first locally produced fulldome film, premieres October 4, 2025, at the Wits Digital Dome.
The film uses 360° cameras to capture lions, elephants, and giraffes in KwaZulu-Natal.
Refurbishment cost R55 million. The dome features 8K projection and surround sound.
Telmo dos Reis calls it a milestone for South African immersive storytelling. Three further screenings are planned.

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Story summary

Close Encounters, South Africa's first locally produced fulldome film, premieres October 4, 2025, at the Wits Digital Dome.
The film uses 360° cameras to capture lions, elephants, and giraffes in KwaZulu-Natal.
Refurbishment cost R55 million. The dome features 8K projection and surround sound.
Telmo dos Reis calls it a milestone for South African immersive storytelling. Three further screenings are planned.