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Film? No lights. No camera. All action with AI!

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Ashrant Bhartia
December 07, 2023

Hi, Ash here from Manila, wishing you joy as the holidays approach. 🌟

Let's talk about making videos in today's world. With AI, creating videos is becoming super quick and budget-friendly.

But there's a catch – with so much content out there, how do you make yours stand out? How do you make it resonate with people? 🤔

THIS WEEK’S BREW

In this episode, we're cutting through the clutter and focusing on what really matters. We'll cover three key things:

  • Storyboarding – It's like creating a map for your video. We'll see how AI can help you plan out your story from start to finish.

  • Character Development – This is all about making characters that feel real and connect with your audience. AI's got some tricks up its sleeve here.

  • Cinematography – Think of this as the art of making your video look amazing. AI can help us with some cool camera work and visuals.

So, are you ready to make videos that don't just exist but actually make a mark? Let's get into it!

STORYBOARDING: MAPPING YOUR EXPERIENCE

Ever wondered how a movie's blueprint looks? That's storyboarding for you, and AI is changing the game here.

Here’s the cool part. AI can analyze your script and suggest visuals that match the mood and tone of your story. All you have to do is upload your script to tools like ChatGPT and it will create images based on the script. Want to create videos with your images? Runway is another great tool.

Plus, AI tools like Storyboarder, ShotPro, and Boords can offer a library of visuals that you can pull from instantly, saving you hours from searching through stock footage. 

Quick Tip: Give your AI tool detailed prompts. The more you tell it about your vision, the better it can help you bring it to life. It’s like teamwork, but with a tech twist.

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: MAKING STORIES COME TO LIFE

Think of your favorite movie character. Now, imagine if AI could bring a similar character to life. How would that change storytelling

In any video, characters are the heart and soul. They're the ones your audience connects with, loves, hates, or roots for. But how do you create characters that feel real and memorable? AI is stepping up to answer that challenge.

Here's where AI changes the game. Did you know that the popular tool character.ai boasts 167.2 million+ visitors, which brings to life AI characters users generate themselves? Imagine inputting basic character traits into an AI tool and watching it flesh out a full-fledged personality, complete with quirks and backstory. It's like having a brainstorming partner that never runs out of ideas.

Take the example of aging actors in movies. AI's making it possible to portray a young Harrison Ford in "Raiders of the Lost Ark," making what was once a far-fetched idea a stunning reality. This technology isn't just about creating new characters; it's about reimagining and reinventing the ones we already love.

Image Of Actor Harrison Ford. Source: INTERESTING ENGINEERING

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“I just shot him, and he just pretended that he was 35. But the technology involved is a whole other thing.”

-James Mangold, American Filmmaker

Pro Tip: Experiment with AI to explore character possibilities you might not have thought of. It's all about combining your creativity with AI's capabilities to create something truly unique.

CINEMATOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES

From color grading to sound mixing, AI aids both the production and post- film-production processes. Algorithms are smart enough to analyze existing visual and auditory elements to improve the pacing, composition, and other aspects of films. Plus, 79% of film producers report that AI tools are essential in content creation.

AI has the capability to analyze and suggest visual styles that complement your narrative. Whether creating an otherworldly fantasy or capturing the stark reality of a documentary, AI provides insights that can enrich your visual palette.

A great example of AI-based cinematography is the trailer for the science fiction film, Morgan.

Image From YouTube Trailer Posted By 20th Century Studios

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“It’s getting better and better very, very rapidly. This is 1.0. For now, we can’t just say, ‘Hey I like Pulp Fiction. Can I see the sequel to Pulp Fiction?’. It’s not there yet but it’s coming very rapidly.”

-Joseph McGinty Nichol, Director, Charlie’s Angels and Terminator Salvation

Pro Tip: Experiment with AI's capabilities but let your creative intuition lead the way. In the art of filmmaking, you are the maestro, and AI is an instrument that helps orchestrate your vision.

HOW TO BE A GLITCH

🔥 Experiment: Dive into the latest cinematography trends and experiment with unique lighting, new color palettes, and unconventional framing choices. Your goal is to stand out visually, creating a signature style that distinguishes your work from the crowd.

🔥 Use Thought-Provoking Narratives: While AI may help you create storylines, explore themes that challenge the status quo, provoke thought, and resonate with your audience. Blend your unique storytelling prowess with AI insights to create films that leave a lasting impact.

🔥 Engage Your Audience: One thing AI can't do is build a community. Embrace your audience by sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of your filmmaking process and hosting Q&A sessions. Transform your filmmaking journey into a conversation, making your audience active participants in the creation of your art.

Next, we’ve got some killer resources lined up for you.

RESOURCES

Here's a treasure trove of tools to help you take your films to the next level.

AI TOOLKIT

  • IlElevenLabs: The tool creates realistic speech (AI voices) within a few minutes.

  •  TOPAZ LABS: Elevate your films to the next level through this tool’s capabilities like video enhancement, frame stabilization, video rotation, etc.

  • Adobe Enhance Speech: With this tool, easily remove noise from audio recordings and edit them.

  • Movavi Video Editor: Trim, reverse and flip visuals in this editing tool. Also, you can add overlays, titles, and transitions. 

  • FLAWLESS: Improve background noise and improve dialogue clarity for speech enhancement.

  • Bing AI Generator: The tool can help generate visuals from text prompts and you can save time during the image creation process.

  • Storyboarder.ai: Upload your script or pitch paper to the platform. Soon, the AI-powered tool will generate a shotlist for you.  

  • Vrew: Design text, discover background music, add sounds or images, and automatically generate video subtitles.

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Do you think AI's the unsung hero of movie magic, or are you giving it the side-eye, wondering if it's stealing the spotlight?

Or, maybe, you're thinking "Eh, I'm just here to learn more about AI, man." 

Hit me up with your thoughts! 

Your friend,

Ash

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