And you, would you rather fight a dragon, face a kraken or ride a phoenix? At the Louvre-Lens Museum, students from the media group of the Langevin-Becker College in Salomé experienced these three adventures, in just seventeen minutes. Immerse yourself in imaginary universes This was made possible thanks to “Our Wonderful Worlds,” a virtual reality experience co-produced by the museum and Turn Please. If you want a little thrill, you have to do it! “It's a great feeling,” says Julia, 14.
Helmets tightened on the head, Teenagers sit on stools. The adventure begins. They first see themselves developing in the library. At first, I was surprised. I tested the machine's capabilities to see if it could recognize my hand. “I am very happy,” says Iyad, 12.
“Very successful graphics”
Visitors are invited to touch the books to immerse themselves in them. These “wonderful worlds” are inspired by three works:Beowulf, Workers of the Seaby Victor Hugo, and Princess of Babylonto Voltaire. These literary sources are not featured in “Underworlds”. This brings something extra to the exhibition. “Noel Roufrais, head of digital mediation at the Louvre-Lens Museum, confirms.
With this kind of animation, I think more young people can come to the museum.”
” When I fought the dragon, I was a little scared.Meet Julia. But I really like it. The graphics are really very successful. “Sohan, 13, was found” Beautiful » Underwater sequence, during which The Kraken grabs us, as if squeezing us. “. As for Hugo, 12 years old, he loved” Ride through the clouds on the back of a phoenix “
And all the students were They are tempted by the adventure they are recommending. ” When we think of the museum, we say, “Oh, yeah, we'll get bored…” But with this kind of animation, I think more young people can come to the museum. “It's a great honor,” Julia concludes.
“Our Wonderful Worlds” Virtual Reality Experience at the Louvre-Lens Museum until July 22. Free upon registration. www.louvrelens.fr
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Ta Voix is the digital media for children aged 13 to 17 in Nord – Pas-de-Calais.
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