In this deep dive into "Cars 3", learn how Pixar filmmakers pulled off one of their most complex sequences ever: a figure-8 demolition derby filled with car crashes, mud, and explosions! The production team discusses the artistic and technical challenges involved in bringing this race to life. Park at your own risk. Pixar is not responsible for any damage to your vehicle.

Three unique VR production teams come together in this high-energy session to discuss their innovative approaches to immersive visuals, audio, and user experience, many of which are being presented publicly for the first time. For “Son of Jaguar", “Sonaria", and “Dear Angelica", brand-new tools and production pipelines were created to bring these intricate and immersive stories to life. Google Spotlight Stories, Oculus, and Reel FX present the techniques and storytelling strategies that have earned them reputations as world leaders in the realm of virtual reality and interactive mediums.

SON OF JAGUAR 
A preview of Google Spotlight Stories’ “Son of Jaguar”. In the most important match of his life, the once-mighty, masked luchador, Son of Jaguar, faces his legacy, his family, and what it means to be a part of something bigger than himself. 

SONARIA 
A sneak peek at Google Spotlight Stories’ “Sonaria”. Follow two ever-changing creatures as they flow from one life form to another in a vivid journey of sound and light. The visual language of “Sonaria” is simple and abstract, designed to suggest; while the sonic language is layered and immersive, designed to answer. 

DEAR ANGELICA 
Entirely painted by a single artist's hand inside of VR using Quill, “Dear Angelica” plays out in a series of memories that unfold around you. The panelists talk about the unique process, tools, and pipeline used to make this illustrated VR story. “Dear Angelica” was the last VR immersive short released by Oculus Story Studio before its closure in May 2017.

The Rodeo FX team will take you through the process behind the creation of the award-winning environment of Meereen in seasons 4 and 5 of Game of Thrones, then its destruction in season 6. Created in season 4, the impressive city features a giant gilded pyramid crowned by a golden statue. What started out as a 2.5D matte painting evolved into a fully CG city in season 6, threatened to be destroyed when it's under attack by a huge fleet of ships.

Sony Pictures Imageworks, the Academy Award–winning visual effects and animation studio, has created extraordinary and visually stunning images for more than 100 live-action and animated productions over its 25-year history. The studio is a leader in technology, developing software and tools that have helped solve industry-wide challenges and deliver spectacular visuals to the big screen. Join the Imageworks team as they celebrate their rich history and reflect on the innovation, imagination, and creativity that has inspired audiences worldwide.

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man, who made his sensational debut in “Captain America: Civil War”, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging superhero in “Spider-Man: Homecoming”. Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of his new mentor, Tony Stark, Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine - distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man - but when the Vulture emerges as a new villain, everything that Peter holds most important will be threatened. Marvel Studios, Method Studios, Digital Domain, and Sony Pictures Imageworks take SIGGRAPH audiences through their VFX journey as they created some of the movie's most heart-stopping moments.