Fox has put all rumors that it filmed the upcoming film "X-Men: Days of Future Past" in 48fps to rest. The unnamed spokesperson for 20th Century Fox was referring to a rumor that surfaced on Monday that stated the studio used HFR forma while filming similar to that used in the filming of Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit" trilogy.
First, sources began to leak that the rumor was based on the fact that the studio had considered filming in 48fps early on in development but opted out of the decision sometime before production actually began on the next installment in the X-Men franchise titled "Days of Future Past." However, a report from Variety has squashed that rumor.
The news originally came from a report by Ain't It Cool, which reportedly cited two unnamed sources close to the production of the film. After Peter Jackson used the technology on his trilogy, several people were upset about the choice.
Traditionally, the film rate used by most cameras has been locked at 24fps. Shooting in a higher frame rate made many people feel as though the CGI special effects in the movie far too noticeable. Many feel that the increase loses that traditional cinematic feel that people have subconsciously become so used to.
Were the film to be shot in 48fps, it would not have been a mandatory viewing experience. Like a 3D feature, audiences would be able to chose which frame rate they wished to see the film in based on what showing they wanted to attend.
The upcoming film will combine characters and actors from all of the X-Men movies to date including young and old versions of characters Charles Xavier and Magneto. It is based on one of the most beloved storylines in the comic's history.
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