Billie Eilish puts Manchester at centre of new 3D concert film
Billie Eilish and filmmaker James Cameron have collaborated on a 3D concert film capturing her 2024 Manchester shows during her Hit Me Hard And Soft world tour, the largest of her career. The film, shot with innovative 3D technology, highlights both her high-energy performance and the deep emotional connection she shares with fans. Premiered in London, the project marks a unique fusion of live music and cinematic storytelling. It will be released on 7 May 2026.
- ▪James Cameron directed the 3D concert film using tiny cameras to capture intimate, high-energy moments from Billie Eilish’s Manchester performances.
- ▪The film features behind-the-scenes footage, including Eilish’s vocal warm-ups, makeup, and interactions with fans.
- ▪Eilish praised Manchester audiences as one of her favorites, calling her fans 'intense and adoring.'
- ▪Cameron described himself as a 'fanboy' of Eilish and emphasized the importance of authentic live music in the age of AI.
- ▪The film includes emotional fan testimonials about how Eilish’s music helped them feel seen and understood during difficult times.
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Billie Eilish puts Manchester at centre of new 3D concert film37 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleColin Paterson,Entertainment correspondentandTiffany WertheimerEPA/ShutterstockBillie Eilish and James Cameron were at London's Leicester Square for the film premiere on Tuesday eveningSinging superstar Billie Eilish and filmmaking giant James Cameron have teamed up to make a new 3D concert movie, documenting her shows in Manchester last year.Cameron, of Titanic and Avatar fame, filmed Eilish over four nights at the Co-op Live venue during her Hit Me Hard And Soft world tour - the biggest of her career so far.
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