Mosque ventures into virtual reality
A documentary, believed to be the first 360-degree VR film produced in Malaysia, allows viewers to experience being “inside the mosque” as if they are part of the congregation of the faithful.
Shot during Friday prayers at the mosque in George Town, the Call to Prayers documentary takes viewers to explore the many rites and rituals that make up the Islamic faith which is usually not for visitors of other faiths.
“Viewers can see how religious programmes and daily activities are carried out here. Viewers can experience attending Friday prayers from the melodic call to prayer, to the ablutions, to joining the congregation as they pray,” the 28-year-old, who is also the video director, said. “This project brings the mosque towards modernity,” he said.
Canopi Studio co-founder and senior producer Peta Khan said the documentary was shot at the highest quality of 8k resolution using a 360-degree camera with immersive 3D technology.