East of the Rockies 1.5.1

East of the Rockies is an intriguing augmented-reality narrative penned by renowned 83-year-old Joy Kogawa, a highly esteemed literary figure in Canada. The storyline unfolds through the eyes of Yuki, a 17-year-old girl compelled to relocate to the Slocan internment camp during World War II. Yuki and her family strive to acclimate to their altered surroundings within the camp, endeavoring to establish a semblance of normalcy.

Engage with the narrative by tapping, swiping, examining, and zooming in on pivotal elements in each scene. Every interaction triggers a portion of pre-scripted narration delivered by Joy's own granddaughter. Presented in a first-person format, each dialogue sheds light on different facets of life in the camp, as chronicled in Yuki's journal.

East of the Rockies offers the option to immerse in both non-AR mode and cutting-edge AR technology, delivering impactful storytelling directly into users’ hands. Users take on the role of directors as they navigate the 3D environment at their own pace, utilizing proximity-based actions, tapping, and swiping mechanics.

The interactive elements of the narrative underscore key story points by portraying everyday life scenarios within the Slocan internment camp in British Columbia. Whether engaging with AR features or not, East of the Rockies effectively communicates an important narrative leveraging innovative and artistic technology.

Key Features:

• Experience Augmented Reality Storytelling
• Play with or without Augmented Reality controls
• Explore historical photos and documents from Vancouver’s former Japantown
• Proximity-based interactions
• Immersive 3D audio design
• Beautiful, original soundtrack
• A teacher’s guide is available at https://eastoftherockies.com/press-kit

For a more comprehensive exploration, delve into the East of the Rockies High School Learning Kit accessible at https://eastoftherockies.com/press-kit. NFB Education employs an inquiry-based teaching method that presents questions and scenarios to aid students in comprehending and delving deeper into the backdrop of life in the Slocan Japanese internment camp during World War II.

Download East of the Rockies today to uncover this significant Canadian narrative interwoven with innovative and artistic technological advancements.

East of the Rockies stands as a collaborative effort between Jam3 and the National Film Board of Canada.