Research and describe a recent development in theater and film lighting and explain how the technology can be used.

A computerized light dimmer is one helpful development in lighting equipment. Computerized light dimmers help to control the brightness of light. These dimmers lower or increase the intensity of light. I first noticed light dimmers in a scene from the movie Children of Men. In a war scene, innocent people are shown running helter-skelter to save their lives. Artificial lights are used in scene to create that dark appearance in broad daylight, which makes the scene look gloomy and scary. It helped to generate the feeling of uncertainty and suspense through the proper use of lights. Light dimmers help light designers to create the exact atmosphere that the director demands for a scene. Also, because of dimmers, a light designer need not use extra accessories to diffuse light or make the scene brighter.