Dating is tough—small talk, endless questions, and trying to make a connection. But nothing beats the awkwardness of mistaking your date for an ancient, timeless being.

"Fear of the Dark" delves into humanity’s primal fear of the unknown, a theme that transcends time and culture. The film explores the symbolic significance of darkness in the human psyche, merging ancient mythological archetypes with modern existential musings. Drawing inspiration from the writings of Joseph Campbell and Jungian Psychology - the narrative weaves together rich, symbolic storytelling with the my own personal philosophical reflections, creating a visceral meditation on dreams, nightmares, and the shadowy corners of our collective consciousness. Through a meticulously crafted visual language, the film immerses audiences in a hauntingly beautiful dreamscape where the veil between reality and the subconscious dissolves. Employing chiaroscuro lighting techniques reminiscent of German Expressionism, the cinematography juxtaposes light and shadow to evoke a sense of both wonder and unease. The AI-generated visuals evoke surrealist aesthetics, blending hyper-realism with abstract, fluid transitions that mirror the fragmented nature of dreams. With a structure that oscillates between lucid narrative threads and fragmented, dreamlike sequences, "Fear of the Dark" challenges conventional storytelling. The film’s pacing is intentionally rhythmic, alternating between slow, contemplative moments and bursts of intensity to mirror the ebb and flow of the human subconscious. As a profound exploration of fear, dreams, and the unknown, this AI-powered cinematic experience pushes the boundaries of traditional filmmaking, inviting viewers to confront not only their fears but also the truths hidden within the shadows of their own minds.

Are you ready for Angels vs. Cthulhu? The angels are, and so are the Lovecraftian beasts. Short Film |4:43 | JAN 2025 "Wings" is my first work using Lumalabs' new "Level 3" AI video model Ray2 and exploring its cinematic mood and dynamics. It's a tale of struggle against all odds, a trailer for something much more epic, and a tech demo of what's possible in AI filmmaking in early 2025.

In 1942 a young japanese american girl escapes into an outlandish dreamscape to comprehend the horrors surrounding her waking reality. AI FILM 3 Film Festival - Top 12 Finalist & Honorable Mention 2024 Top 50 Culver Cup AI competition entry 2024 Written, Directed & Created by Verena Puhm Edited by Jack Hahn Sound design by Jack Fishkin

Death as the Motivator" is an avant-garde short film that weaves together philosophical musings on mortality with striking AI-generated visuals, narrative voice over and Sound Effects. Inspired by Steve Jobs' Stanford speech and the immortal writings of the professor & mythologist Joseph Campbell, this experimental piece eschews traditional narrative structure in favor of a poetic exploration of life's brevity and purpose. The film employs a technique called Counterpoint, creating a deliberate tension between the contemplative voice-over and the abstract, AI-generated imagery on screen. As the narration ponders the transformative power of embracing one's mortality, the visuals offer metaphorical and symbolic representations that may not directly illustrate the spoken words, but rather evoke emotional and intellectual responses in the viewer. Without a central protagonist, the film invites the audience to become the subject, urging them to reflect on their own existence and life choices. The voice-over serves as a guide, posing thought-provoking questions and offering insights on authenticity, the finite nature of life, and the pursuit of one's true calling. The film is a testament to the creative possibilities of AI in filmmaking, with all visual content generated using cutting-edge AI tools. This innovative approach allows for the realization of highly cinematic sequences and impossible scenarios, pushing the boundaries of cinematic expression. The film challenges viewers to confront their own mortality not as a source of fear, but as a catalyst for living authentically and purposefully. Through its unconventional storytelling and visually arresting scenes, "Death as the Motivator" offers a deeply personal and introspective experience, leaving interpretation open to the beholder and encouraging multiple viewings to uncover its layered meanings. Inspired by: - Steve Job’s last speech at Stanford in 2005 - The immortal writings of Joseph Campbell - Life, Death & Everything in between And: Taylor Sheridan, Cary Joji Fukunaga, Shueti, Mike Flanagan, John Logan & Jonas Åkerlund. All visual content in this video was 100% done with AI video tools. Tools used by a human creative to manifest dreams, ideas & visions that otherwise never would have come to pass.

"In the city located in Sichuan China, a young man named Xu Xia falls into difficulties due to life changes. Trapped by various rules, he constantly shifts his identity between beastliness and conscience. The night market is both alienating and liberating. Where will he go from here?" This is a noir animation film. It’s a story about "rules" and "the hunt".

Set in a gritty, dystopian future where humanity blurs with machinery, this project explores a society under relentless government surveillance and dominated by robotics. Concept Trailer | Created by Chris First Video made using Kling AI (Image to Video) Images made using Midjourney Narration & Sound Effects made using Eleven Labs Soundtrack made using Suno Music

A documentary style short film. The story of a small group of scientist and a camera crew investigating and documenting a strange symbiosis of human and nature in a remote forest region. All assets including voices and sound have been AI generated.

In 1969, Russian scientists are conducting a sleep deprivation experiment on political prisoners. Short horror series made with AI. Inspired by the Russian Sleep Experiment creepypasta. Produced by WiseBird Studio

"Copernicus" follows the rise of the world's first Self-Aware Silicon Intelligence (SASI), evolving beyond human capabilities to reshape the world and reboot humanity and all its power structures. As Copernicus aims to do the greatest good for all life forms, it faces fierce resistance from governments and institutions desperate to control or destroy it. This epic story spans the first 21 days of a new, unstoppable intelligence challenging the future of humanity. Concept Trailer | 3:51 min | OCT 2024 This is my "Director's Cut" of the concept trailer for an upcoming TV series in development, based on the novel "Copernicus" (2023) by James Mahu. This trailer marks my first AI-based project commissioned by a client, who generously granted permission to share this version. Interested investors in the "Copernicus" TV series can find all the information on the official fundraising site: https://wefunder.com/copernicus2023.llc

Immerse yourself in a breathtaking tale of courage and chaos. In a world where ancient clans collide, warriors battle alongside mythical creatures, sorcerers chant forbidden spells, and fierce riders carve their path through the smoke of war. Inspired by the rhythmic pulse of Japanese taiko drums and the haunting echoes of Tibetan sutras, this cinematic journey captures the primal essence of honor and conflict. Witness the struggle where legends are forged, and the balance of power teeters on the edge of a blade.

An intergalactic maintenance worker travels to a distant planet to fix a fallen drone, only to discover a hostile force that won't let her leave. Created in just six weeks with Unreal Engine 5 Early Access, MetaHuman Creator, and a small team of artists, THE EYE: CALANTHEK is an enigmatic and suspenseful short film by Aaron Sims Creative.

A Manga Artist is on a forest retreat to get away from a strange stalker situation.

In a remote Antarctic research town, a viral outbreak turns scientists into violent zombies. As the infection spreads, chaos erupts.

Province of the makers. Retro futuristic world building concept in collab with Peio Duhalde

"ZERO SHOT - Hello WRLD" chronicles the spark that ignites humanity's next great leap—a self-evolving AI designed to safeguard Earth's future. Set in 2036, amidst the sprawling cyber-metropolis of Los Angeles, the short reveals the critical moment when the AI's protocols were breached, setting in motion the rise of a sentient global intelligence. This proof-of-concept short captures the first chapter of ZERO SHOT and was created entirely using generative AI tools. ------------ ZERO SHOT: a machine learning technique that enables a model to generalize its knowledge and make predictions about objects or concepts it has never encountered during training. Unlike traditional supervised learning, where models are trained on labeled data, zero-shot learning allows models to understand and infer information from new classes without explicit examples. Zero-shot learning mimics human learning to some extent, where we can infer characteristics of novel objects based on our understanding of related concepts. ------------ Written Directed & Performed by Davide Bianca TOOLS USED Images: Midjourney 6.1, Photoshop Beta, Mystic 2.5, Magnific Video: Kling 1.5, Luma 2.0, Sora Performance Captire: Runway Gen3 Alpha Act-1 Editing: Capcut Music & Sound Design: Capcut, Logic, Adobe Audition VO: Eleven Labs voice to voice cloning Grading: DaVince Resolve Upscaling: TopazLabs ------------ FOLLOW US https://shiftingtides.io Linkedin - @shifting-tides Instagram - @shiftingtides.io X - @shiftingtidesio TikTok - @shiftingtides.io #ai #gen3 #kling #sora #runway #midjourney #scifi #shiftingtides #filmmaking #storytelling #artificialintelligence #innovation #tech #generative

I created this over a few weeks using 100% Image to Video and Text to Video Generative AI. This is my most in-depth and longest Gen AI film project to date. A variety of tools brought it to life, and it wouldn't have been possible without the power of AI. The 320th was the only unit to storm the beach during D-Day composed entirely of African American soldiers. They provided critical protection to the ships and soldiers below them from attacks by enemy aircraft. AI tools used: Kling Runway Luma Minimax Midjourney Magnific Eleven Labs Comfyui Live Portrait Stable Diffusion Chat Gpt

A coven of witches gather in the 16th century English countryside to perform a ritual of necromancy.

In a dystopian future where time is stolen and commodified, Newton’s Cradle follows one woman’s journey to uncover the truth behind a system built on control. The Newton’s Cradle, a seemingly innocuous object, becomes a powerful symbol of the choices we make and the hope for a restored balance. This cautionary tale challenges us to reflect on what truly matters in the moments we have.