CorridorKey 2.0

CorridorKey 2.0 (CK2.0) simplifies the process of creating perfect keys with just one click. This locally-run plugin, compatible with major VFX/editing programs such as Resolve, Nuke, After Effects, Premiere, and Blender, eliminates the need for green and blue screens. It's the first official plugin from Corridor Digital, released following the success of its predecessor, CorridorKey 1.0. Developed in collaboration with Alê Alvaro and Zachary Harris, CK2.0 is now available for use on Windows and NVIDIA GPUs.

The plugin is particularly effective for bulk shots, having been used to process over 400 VFX shots for the production of Son of a Dungeon. Users have found that it offers superior results compared to other keying tools, using it as their primary keying software for more than six months. CorridorKey 2.0 introduces a unique feature: it predicts the color of semi-transparent foreground objects, ensuring perfect motion blur, bokeh, and hair, even in challenging scenarios such as wrinkled blankets or iPhones.

Additionally, it boasts time awareness, which helps eliminate flicker and chattering mattes by analyzing the entire video clip rather than just one frame. This advanced feature preserves ultra-fine details like hair and mitigates issues caused by compression and noise.

Applying CorridorKey is a straightforward one-click process for most shots, automatically distinguishing between the background and the subject. For increased quality, users can opt for "time awareness" mode, which thoroughly examines the entire video for the most effective separation of background and foreground elements. For precise control over what is included or excluded from the shot, artists can provide a single black-and-white image or video, which CorridorKey interprets as guidance.

The plugin also supports alpha hints, allowing artists to specify what to key using a rough guide frame or video. Unlike traditional tools that require extensive manual masking, CorridorKey reduces the need for garbage masking by understanding the artist's intent.

Though not yet available for purchase, CorridorKey 2.0 is expected to go on sale with its official launch. It can be installed on one Windows PC with an NVIDIA RTX graphics card or an M-series Mac running macOS 14 or newer, with no support for Intel Macs or AMD graphics. Linux systems and AMD GPUs are also not currently supported.

A one-time purchase grants access to two machines, accompanied by a 14-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. BETA Founder pricing is automatically applied at checkout, with the optional code CK2BETA available for those who possess it. The BETA pricing offer is set to run through November 20.