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Ukrainian manufacturer founded by Anatoliy Kokush. Creator of the Russian Arm (now U-Crane) and Flight Head. Two Academy Awards 2006.

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Filmotechnic revolutionized the tracking shot with the Russian Arm. Two Oscars for Anatoliy Kokush demonstrate the significance of this innovation. Filmotechnic is a process in film production. Ukrainian manufacturer founded by Anatoliy Kokush. Inventor of the Russian Arm (now U-Crane) and Flight Head. Two Oscars in 2006.

Application in Practice

From Titanic to Fast & Furious – Filmotechnic equipment has enabled the most spectacular action scenes in film history. Filmotechnic is based in Kyiv. After the Russian invasion in 2022, the Russian Arm was renamed U-Crane – a statement of solidarity.

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