GENaiME | ANIME '26

escape’s second annual online anime film festival is back with 90 minutes of original shorts created by independent filmmakers and artists from around the world.
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MEET YOUR MAKER - First Contact
Davide Bianca
One of the most exciting things about AI filmmaking is its iterative nature. In March 2024, I wrote a treatment for a story that was meant to become a new issue of OTHER WORLDS, a sequential art piece in printed magazine format. Around the same time, I composed a heavy metal track inspired by late-’80s anime opening titles and massive kaiju battle sequences. The project never truly saw the light of day and quietly sat on my hard drive. Then in June 2024, Luma AI released its first video model, Dream Machine, and that same story evolved into the first teaser for "Meet Your Maker". Now, revisiting that world again with Dreamina AI Seedance 2.0 as a fast-paced vignette scored with that very same track. In 2066, giant mechanical robots clash with monstrous kaiju in Neo Tokyo, as an elite team of pilots fights to protect humanity from extinction. Deeply inspired by the ethos and punk rock attitude of late ’70s and ’80s anime (Daitarn 3, Daltanius, Mazinkaiser Z) this piece is a tribute to a substantial part of my childhood. But it’s also a clear example of how technology doesn’t just enable world-building, it enables new formats. Is it a vignette? Opening titles? Music video? Micro-episodic content? The answer is yes. Special thank you to Guido Callegari for the help with the logo reveal sequence.
MEET YOUR MAKER - First Contact
Davide Bianca
PsyopAnime News Network
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PsyopAnime
ARIA: Memories of A Distant Present
Mingdi Li
The story follows a grieving man who retreats into virtual reality to relive memories of his lost love. As the warmth of the simulation begins to blur with reality, he’s forced to confront an impossible choice: let go, or disappear into an illusion that can never last.
ARIA: Memories of A Distant Present
Mingdi Li
Exile Protocol - "Standard Retrieval" S1E1
SAV
Episode 1 - "Standard Retrieval" When a mysterious signal is detected from the ruins of Earth, scavenger pilot Zelle Mercer is sent on what should be a routine retrieval mission. But beneath the clouds of the fractured planet, the mission is only the beginning. Made in Invideo: https://ai.invideo.io/ Stay tuned with the series: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillsandvariety/ X: https://x.com/filmsbysav Website: https://www.phantomx.ai
Exile Protocol - "Standard Retrieval" S1E1
SAV
KOJIN
Dinda Prasetyo
KOJIN is a cinematic AI short film about a red-armored robot knight bound by an oath passed down from his human master. After his village is destroyed and his teacher is killed by a ruthless warlord and robotic army, KOJIN must rise as a guardian who fights to protect the weak. This film explores honor, legacy, and coexistence between humans and machines, inspired by Japanese philosophy and sci-fi storytelling.
KOJIN
Dinda Prasetyo
Dreamcatcher | Series Concept
GENSEKI
What would you sacrifice to remember who you are? For the Dreamcatcher, the answer is everything. Stripped of his past and cast into the Dream Continuum, our protagonist survives by becoming a predator of the mind. He hunts "Memory Cores" - fragments of identity hidden within the human dreams. But every memory he retrieves for himself leaves his "donors" trapped in a cycle of endless, horrific wakefulness. Torn between his desperate search for the woman in his visions and the trail of broken minds he leaves behind, the Dreamcatcher is hunted by enemies in both the waking and dreaming worlds. Featuring mind-bending transitions and high-octane combat, this is a psychological action that asks: Is a stolen life worth living? Series concept for "Dreamcatcher", let us know what you think! Credits: Created & Developed by: Omer Eventov & Ofri Margalit Music: INTERIA - Waves Tools used: Nano Banana Pro, GPT Image 2, Seedance 2.0, and ElevenLabs. © 2026 Ofri Margalit & Omer Eventov. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or exhibition of this material is strictly prohibited.
Dreamcatcher | Series Concept
GENSEKI
Showtime - ショータイム
Maciej Kuciara
THE WORLD IS ARTIFICIAL. GOVERNMENT AND SOCIETY ARE A CONSTRUCT OF A.I. NOTHING IS PERMANENT DISCONNECT IS A DEATH SENTENCE░ SHOWTIME UNIVERSE IS HIGHLY CYBERNETIZED WORLD GOVERNED BY CONTANTLY SELF OPTIMIZING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IT'S A WORLD DIVIDED BETWEEN THOSE WHO WANT TO SURRENDER TO THE CONSTRUCT OF SINGULARITY AND THOSE WHO OPPOSE IT. https://www.kuciara.com/showtime Directed by Maciej Kuciara Music - Carpenter Brut Sound - Pilotpriest Animation - Maciej Kuciara Editing - Maciej Kuciara and Ash Thorp Motion Graphics - Andrew Hawryluk Matte Painting - Maciej Kuciara and Ash Thorp Music Track: "Invasion AD" Performed by Carpenter Brut Written by Franck Hueso Published by Les Airs à Vif
Showtime - ショータイム
Maciej Kuciara
Chimera Protocol - Episode 1: The Genesis Drive
Davide Bianca
"What if I told you in exactly 16 hours the world ends? A bank job, a suitcase, a splinter-cell gone off grid. 16 hours, that’s all the time we have left." GRAiL teams up with Dreamina AI, ByteDance’s Generative AI platform, to launch “Chimera Protocol”, the first original micro-drama series if its kind powered by Dreamina Seedance 2.0. Written and directed by Davide Bianca, a Dreamina Signature Partner, “Chimera Protocol” will be released weekly, with each episode running approximately 3 to 4 minutes. The series marks the studio’s first original series entirely powered by Dreamina Seedance 2.0 , blending advanced generative AI with bold, episodic storytelling.
Chimera Protocol - Episode 1: The Genesis Drive
Davide Bianca
World War 3
PsyopAnime
World War 3
PsyopAnime
Come Undone - Music Video
Dave Clark
Official Music Video - AFRAID2SL33P
Come Undone - Music Video
Dave Clark
At the Edge of the Night
YONI ATTLAN
Step into a world of shadows, neon lights, and fragile hope. “At the Edge of the Night” is a dark anime short film exploring betrayal and memory. A woman, trapped between past and present, refuses to let go of what’s left of her truth, even when everything falls apart. 🔥 What to expect: Dark anime aesthetic with cinematic visuals A tense and emotional storyline AI-assisted creation (Midjourney, Kling, ElevenLabs, CapCut) A unique mix of noir atmosphere, suspense, and poetry 🎬 Written, illustrated & directed by Yoni Atlan ✨ Created using AI tools: Midjourney, Seelab, Kling, ElevenLabs 👉 If you enjoyed the film, don’t forget to like
At the Edge of the Night
YONI ATTLAN
In Every Multiverse, SHE Is the Protagonist ✨
Junie Lau
I created an AI short film — Infinite Frames. A love letter to cinema — a tribute to the films that shaped me. I have always believed that film is never just entertainment. It is a portal to parallel universes. It extends my life and expands my world. In my most confused and lonely moments, I found countless answers within the frame. Through the works of the masters I admire, I learned how to face loss, how to awaken through collapse, and how to choose within chaos. Cinema never taught me plot — it taught me courage. It taught me how to build my own world between reality and dream. This time, I used Nami AI’s newly launched “Nami Story” to create this AI short film. What I wanted to make was not a technology demonstration, but a sincere love letter to cinema. The story follows a 17-year-old girl named EDEN. In a dull, repetitive, grey reality, she accidentally follows a mysterious cat and travels across different times and universes. She experiences love, battle, self-doubt, and rupture. In the folds of the multiverse, she sees herself again and again — and breaks herself again and again. Until, at the end of her journey, she comes to a realization: she is no longer someone pushed by the world, but someone capable of shaping her own destiny. This short film is also a letter to myself — and to every girl who feels lost. In the countless multiverses that exist, you were never meant to be a side character. Not the background. Not the observer. You are the protagonist. And your destiny has always been in your own hands. ✨
In Every Multiverse, SHE Is the Protagonist ✨
Junie Lau
SISTERS
Storybook Studios
In a snow-covered magical world, two sisters fight to break a dark curse before it turns one of them into a witch. But as the magic grows stronger, they must face the question — can the light save them, or is it already too late?
SISTERS
Storybook Studios
MANA KAKU: AIKA’S SOLO
MontyPhyt
Synopsis: This exclusive preview marks a turning point in the saga: Aika is a novice no more. Having unlocked and fully mastered her bond with the Qi, the balance of power has shifted. On the outer perimeter of the Corporation, the tension is suffocating. Without waiting for reinforcements from the rebel squad MA-NA KAKU, Aika decides to clear the path alone. Under the unbothered gaze of her cat, she transforms the deadliest security system on the planet into her own playground, unleashing a devastating force that no one saw coming. With this new level of power, can Aika and the MA-NA KAKU seize control and restore Qi to the entire world?
MANA KAKU: AIKA’S SOLO
MontyPhyt
Neo Tokyo Chronicles
Neo Tokyo Chronicles
It was said the United Americas Europe and China corporation owned everything, both in the dying world and its digital counterpart. Every pixel, every stone, every dream. Neo Tokyo is the last bastion of freedom, a digital utopia where citizens still fight oppression. Set in a dystopian future where consciousness, power, and identity collide, each episode expands the Neo Tokyo lore, translating web culture and cyberpunk philosophy into serialized anime storytelling.
Neo Tokyo Chronicles
Neo Tokyo Chronicles
Kurohana (trailer)
Alexandre Tissier
Trailer for my upcoming short film. What if, in the midst of the greatest act of destruction of the twentieth century, something impossible was born?A mythological tale set in post-war Japan, where a young Hiroshima survivor becomes both a miracle and a curse.Trailer drops tomorrow.
Kurohana (trailer)
Alexandre Tissier
RED MASK
Ramin Noodle
Five masked vigilantes. Zero superpowers. One giant robot. When billionaire industrialist Daigo Mitsudomoe tightens his grip on the world through the vast power of Mitsudomoe Industries, an unlikely team of heroes decides to fight back. Led by inventor Shinji Fujimoto (The Professor), Team Red Mask includes the silent sharpshooter Akane Hayashi (The Psychic), expert getaway driver Reiko Midori (The Peregrine), gentle giant Daisuke Kumaoka (The Bruiser), and master of disguise Hiro Takahashi (The Face). Armed with gadgets, disguises, getaway cars, and the colossal super robot Great Red Mask, they battle giant war machines, corporate armies, and impossible odds while somehow still managing to save the world. This is your first look at RED MASK. "A handful of stubborn weirdos in masks who looked at a giant evil corporation and thought: Yeah, we can take 'em."
RED MASK
Ramin Noodle
Saibā Riot - Episode 1 : Neon Masquerade
Masayume Studio
This episode 1 follows D. Cypher, a lone hacker, as he infiltrates a nightclub to make contact with small-time dealers and pull information out of them. A routine job. Or almost. In a future where humanity crams into vertical megalopolises, a handful of immortal Regents govern from the shadows through a system of data control rather than direct coercion. Meanwhile, an underground resistance waits for its moment, convinced that three individuals hold the key to overturning the established order, though those three don't even know it yet. Saiba Riot is an original animated series, entirely written, directed, and produced solo by Masayume Studio, blending traditional Japanese anime aesthetics with urban cyberpunk and steampunk. Every shot, every character, every set was built using the most advanced AI creation tools available, all in service of a fully human artistic direction. Made in partnership with Cascade, whose production platform made a project of this scale possible for a solo creator. More of this world is coming. Studio: https://lnkd.in/eZwKM2Bn Written & Directed by: Jonathan Carène Made in partnership with: https://cascadestudio.ai/
Saibā Riot - Episode 1 : Neon Masquerade
Masayume Studio
Clothes of Deception
Odair Faleco
Beneath the summer sun, two souls are surrendered to the same waters. Yet when they rise, the world no longer sees them as they were. This Zen tale invites us for a quiet and contemplative reflection about our appearances, the masks we wear, and the truths we ignore. Directed by ‪Odair Faleco‬ Produced by zero1cine + ‪Dreamflare‬ AI Finalist ‪Curious Refuge‬ & Promise AI animation competition 2025. Sound Design: Odair Faleco and Rodrigo Ribeiro Vieira Art Direction, Scenes, Motion: Odair Faleco Video Edit: Rodrigo Ribeiro Vieira Script: Odair Faleco www.zero1cine.com www.ai.ofaleco.xyz
Clothes of Deception
Odair Faleco
MECH
Danny Tseng
When MECH becomes the world’s most watched sport, a rising rookie enters the arena carrying a past tied to her late brother. This is my original AI short series pilot. With AI, we’re finally able to bring the worlds we imagined as kids to life. Made with Seedance 2.0. Special thanks to Dreamina CPP for the early access.
MECH
Danny Tseng
Ragna Astraea: Twin Shells | 双骸のラグナアストレア | AI Sci-Fi Short Film
aratama 璞
Ragna Astraea: Twin Shells is an AI-driven sci-fi short film by aratama 璞. On a future Earth where humanity has vanished, two autonomous control robots continue their battle against invading lifeforms under a forgotten mission. As fragments of their former human memories begin to resurface, the meaning of their existence and their fight gradually starts to waver. This film explores memory, duty, mystery, and the possibility of a future that may yet be rebuilt. 『双骸のラグナアストレア』は、aratama 璞によるAI駆動のSF短編映画です。 人類が消えた未来の地球で、二体の自動制御ロボットは、忘れられた使命のまま襲来する生命体との戦いを続けています。やがて、人間だった頃の断片的な記憶がよみがえるにつれ、彼らの存在と戦いの意味は少しずつ揺らぎ始めます。 本作は、記憶、使命、謎、そして再び築かれるかもしれない未来の可能性を描いています。 Title Ragna Astraea: Twin Shells 双骸のラグナアストレア Credits aratama 璞 Release Information Year: 2026 Country: Japan Language: Japanese Subtitles: English Format: AI-driven Sci-Fi Short Film This work was created as an original short film project. © aratama 璞 All rights reserved. Thank you for watching. If this film resonated with you, your support through likes, comments, and subscriptions would mean a lot. ご視聴ありがとうございます。 作品を気に入っていただけたら、コメント・高評価・チャンネル登録で応援いただけると嬉しいです。 #AIShortFilm #AISciFi #AIFilm #AIAnimation #aianime #cyberpunk #aifashion #SciFiShortFilm
Ragna Astraea: Twin Shells | 双骸のラグナアストレア | AI Sci-Fi Short Film
aratama 璞
Him
Jim HuiHui
"Quan, a girl from Haixian, sets out on a journey to Min City in search of him. But when she finally arrives at her destination, everything takes an unexpected turn…" Image: midjourney V6.1 Video: dreaminaai 3.0 Eight months have passed since the release of The Thin Man The Gun The Hotpot, and my new work, Him, is finally ready to meet the audience. This film marks a significant departure from my previous creative style. One of my original intentions in making Him was to explore a new visual language and narrative rhythm. I was fortunate to utilize the dreamina Video 3.0 model in the production of this film. At the same time, Him is also my tribute to the genre of “cruel youth” stories. For teenageers, the world often appears more pure—yet that very purity makes emotions feel all the more weighty.Him is a love story. It’s not a love story. And at its core—it is still a love story. I’ve retained the Sichuan-Chongqing setting, but placed it within a fictional world to create an experience that feels both familiar and fresh. The visual style of this piece is inspired by the gouache illustrations once found in old Chinese language textbooks—imagery that defined the visual memories of an entire generation. To me, those gouache paintings have become synonymous with nostalgia. I’m curious to see how audiences will respond to this stylistic approach. On a deeper level, I hope this story can deliver a moment of genuine emotional resonance—something I wasn’t quite able to achieve in The Thin man The Gun The Hotpot. Due to family and work responsibilities, the production of Him, which began in February, has progressed in fits and starts. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Dreamina team for their tremendous support. The Dreamina Action provided invaluable inspiration and insights during the writing stage. It was like a creative partner, brainstorming and shaping the story with me. If you liked Sailor Suit and Machine Gun, or Better Days, then maybe—just maybe—you’ll like Him too. Thank you for watching!
Him
Jim HuiHui
VENTURE Ø | S01E01 | GREEN PULSE
VENTURE Ø
LIRA is a synthetic explorer surveying desolate planets — infused with a bio-restoration force called the Green Pulse. The antagonist, ANYA, weaponizes that same force for destruction.
VENTURE Ø | S01E01 | GREEN PULSE
VENTURE Ø
Giedroyc Protocol: Clear Cache
machina90000
When enlightenment becomes a subscription service, a disillusioned cyber-monk and a sarcastic warrior discover that nirvana has terms and conditions and the cancellation fee is their souls.
Giedroyc Protocol: Clear Cache
machina90000
Skyraider
Dale Williams (The Reel Robot)
On a planet made mostly of sky and clouds, a rebellious young airship pirate vows to overthrow the tyrannical Skywarden  — and return freedom to the skies.
Skyraider
Dale Williams (The Reel Robot)
WORTH FIGHTING FOR
TrashCanRoxanne
On a bleak, fog-shrouded beach, anthropomorphic pig-men wage an epic battle over one priceless treasure.
WORTH FIGHTING FOR
TrashCanRoxanne
Pixel Saga
Dusan 2immersive4u
In the vast expanse of digital realms, forgotten heroes are vanishing one by one. Meet Yumi and her loyal feline companion Taro as they embark on an extraordinary journey across multiple digital worlds to rescue endangered Pixels – ordinary people living extraordinary digital lives as professors, nurses, firefighters, police officers, and countless other essential members of society. But time is running out. A sinister force is systematically deleting these Pixels from existence, threatening to erase entire communities from the digital landscape. Armed with courage and determination, Yumi and Taro aren't alone in their quest. They receive guidance from a mysterious woman whose true identity remains shrouded in secrecy, while three skilled Ninjas provide crucial support in their most dangerous missions. Each digital world presents unique challenges and breathtaking environments where the fate of forgotten souls hangs in the balance. As Yumi uncovers the truth behind the mass deletions, she must race against an invisible enemy who seems to stay one step ahead at every turn. Will Yumi and Taro be able to save the Pixels before they're lost forever? Or will the digital worlds fall into darkness, leaving only empty spaces where vibrant communities once thrived? Pixel Saga – Where every deletion is personal, and every rescue matters.
Pixel Saga
Dusan 2immersive4u
Mars: Beyond 2100 Episode 1
Aiden Guo's Channel
Two girls who always aspired to visit Mars, finally reach their childhood dreams.
Mars: Beyond 2100 Episode 1
Aiden Guo's Channel
ALYCE Sound of Wonderland
Unmoglichai
At a sold-out concert, 16-year-old pop star Lily shines in front of a roaring crowd: perfect, confident, and admired. But behind the stage stands her younger sister Alyce, quiet and overlooked, filling her notebook with melodies no one hears. When time suddenly freezes, Alyce is the only one left moving. A mysterious Mr. Rabbit appears, recognizing her hidden talent, and leads her into a strange, silent world where emotion has been erased. Ruled by the eerie Queen of Hearts, this world is controlled, flawless, and completely lifeless. This is a reimagined Alyce Sound of Wonderland, which is blending K-pop energy with anime-style visuals, where music becomes the force that challenges control and restores emotion. As Alyce discovers a fading spark of life named Lumi, she realizes she holds something rare: real feeling. With a simple rhythm and raw voice, she breaks the silence. Color, chaos, and emotion flood back, awakening the world, and challenging the Queen’s control. Pulled back to reality, Alyce returns backstage just as the concert resumes. This time, she steps out of the shadows. With a single beat, she’s finally seen, not just by the crowd, but by her sister.
ALYCE Sound of Wonderland
Unmoglichai