Oscars Glambot: Behind the A-List Slow-Mo

Cole Walliser, a decade-long veteran of awards shows, is preparing for his ninth Oscars. He directs the Glambot, a unique high-speed camera mounted on a robotic arm that has become a red-carpet staple. This impressive device, weighing 1,500 pounds and extending over 10 feet, captures dramatic slow-motion videos of celebrities.

Utilizing technology similar to car factories, the Glambot moves rapidly to capture a thousand frames in a blink. The entire process, from celebrity arrival to the final shot, concludes in just over a minute. These short, engaging videos are now a significant part of the red-carpet experience, often achieving greater visibility on social media platforms than the televised award ceremonies themselves.