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VAN DAMME GALA

Cannes – private three-deck cinematic yacht event

Talk-of-Cannes private event

project overview

A super-yacht evening for Jean-Claude Van Damme turned into a cinematic route across three decks. La Miré delivered the key visual, full identity and 3D architecture, built themed spaces, staged lighting and water-surface projections, and directed the show end-to-end – from artist casting to guest flow. The narrative moved guests from discipline to focus to influence, mirroring JCVD’s own journey.

task & context

A private, invitation-only premiere on a super-yacht during the Cannes season. The night had to feel like a film in motion – and convert its buzz into tangible investor interest.


Task:
• Architect a three-deck storyline – Discipline → Focus → Influence
• Deliver turnkey show direction & production – casting, scripts, timing
• Create full key visual & identity, 3D spaces, water projections, lighting
• Produce press-ready assets within 12 hours post-event


Context:
• Multi-level vessel, tight build windows, strict safety
• Private A-list – celebrities, producers, investors; zero leaks
• Festival-week logistics – limited berth access, congested schedule
• Mixed acoustics & lighting – open decks, sea reflections
• Persona alignment with JCVD and partner brands

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idea & concept

Key line:

Discipline Focus → Influence


Three themed decks

BEN-HUR – Strength forged in motion: the Roman epic as a code of training, honor and foundation.

ENTER THE DRAGON – Energy disciplined by mind: Eastern mastery, breath control and precision.

THE GODFATHER – Power defined by silence: maturity, loyalty and quiet authority.


Inspiration sources: Roman iconography • Martial-arts minimalism • Coppola-style chiaroscuro • Night sea & Cannes skyline • 1970s poster craft • Signal lighting & DMX dramaturgy.

Idea Media
solution & implementation
Posters
    Deck I – Ben-Hug
      Deck II – Enter the dragon
        Deck III – The godfather
          results

          NPS 93

          Post-event survey among VIP guests and partners

          Investor momentum

          9 meetings booked in 120 hours

          Full VIP attendance

          Personal delivery and concierge RSVP secured zero no-shows

          On-time build & strike

          Multi-deck installation met all berth and safety windows
          Jean-Claude Van Damme

          “You turned a yacht into a film in three acts. Guests felt guided, moved, and ready to talk business”

          La Miré team

          Leon Kay

          Creative director

          Arthur Kolib

          Art director

          Daniel Foster

          Lead designer

          Alex Yarish

          Motion designer

          Emily Carter

          Technical director