Watch: U2 share trailer for epic immersive concert film at Sphere Las Vegas

U2 have announced a new concert film recorded during their ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby’ residency at the Sphere Las Vegas.

The Irish band played to more 700,000 fans across 40 sold-out dates from September 2023 through March 2024.

The concert film, ‘V-U2, was directed by Morleigh Steinberg and U2 guitarist The Edge, who said: “The goal was to give the immersive moviegoers as close to the live U2:UV concert experience as possible — and then some. I’ve never seen a U2 show. I’m so relieved I caught a great one.”

However, fans will not be able to catch the movie at home or regular cinemas.

MSG Entertainment’s Josephine Vaccarello, who oversees live bookings for Sphere, explained: “This concert film was created specifically for Sphere, and will utilize the venue’s technologies to create an experience that is only possible at this next-generation entertainment medium.”

Watch: ‘V-U2’ official trailer

V-U2 is the first film ever to be shot entirely with Big Sky, an ultra-high-resolution camera system developed by Sphere Entertainment and designed to make audiences feel like they are experiencing the live performances.

Showings of the film will also make use of Sphere’s haptic seats, which use vibrations so guests can ‘feel’ the music.

Steinberg said: “We knew all the tremendous capabilities of the technology, but we didn’t know what to expect from the process of making this film. The work became a true collaboration between band, artists, producers, and technology teams. The end result is a cinematic experience that transports viewers into the energy and beauty of the live show.”

‘V-U2’ will be screened exclusively at the Sphere Las Vegas from 5 September onwards, with tickets available for U2 Fan Club members first.

Gallery: U2's spectacular residency at Sphere

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