Week 5 Blog Post
Blog: Search for 3 short looped videos or gif animations that express a quality of time: cyclic, slow, timeless, frantic, rhythmic. With each loop that you post, discuss briefly how editing manipulates time for the effect. (Tik Tok, Instagram and other social media you can post into WordPress using the embed code, if not the link itself)
@filip.ino Just wait till I smash it on him #loop #perfectloop
This Loop is the most narrativized of the 3 but it is simple in its execution. Composing of 2 cuts between the characters exchanging the guitar but noticeably, they are both facing the same direction. While it’s not hard to figure out what is being conveyed in the passing of the guitar it makes it feel a little off even if the loop is fine.
@tannerlippold I may have just broke the internet with this one #fyp #foryou #loop #loops #perfectloop #looping #homemade
This loop holds the same angle for the duration of the video with footage composited over to give the effect of the doppelganger. The door’s position at the end is what makes the loop seamless. The editing of a loop like this is harder as the precision needs to be in place due to no easy cut to hide the inconsistencies.
@joezvonar THE CLEANEST LOOP YOU WILL EVER SEE! #fyp #perfectloop #editing #vfx #viral
This loop is fairly similar to the last one, but with flashier editing. It is far easier to hide the cuts in this one as there isn’t any single element that is fiddled with that remains on screen. Every “person” at some point leaves the screen leaving all the errors to the editor in case shadows overlap. The spacing in the camera seems good enough however that the shadows never became an issue. While this one has “better” editing due to its effects, I feel that it was less interesting due to it being over complicated and not having that precision the above loop did.
Week 4 Blog Post
Blog Prompt: The art of cinema involves the manipulation of the viewer’s experience of time. The duration of a shot is like a temporal framing. In “Time Frames”, McCloud describes the various comics techniques for creating different temporalities. Reading McCloud, consider the framed panel in a comic as a cinema shot. Wider or longer panels are like shots with longer durations (“long takes”). Smaller panels are like shots of shorter durations. The main difference between comics and film is that with a page of arranged panels, the reader has a spatial “time map” in the simultaneous display of frames. In cinema, shots are mostly sequential and present an unfolding now. Discuss some aspect of McCloud’s visual essay that makes you think of the possibilities of time manipulation in digital cinema or of a certain movie scene that plays with time.
The very first thing that come to mind based off of this is in discontinuity. One where an individual is speaking to the outside as time passes on by hours, days, or even seasons all the while cutting back to the speaker show no time really passed for him. Does this imply him to be ageless, immortal, or was the time lapse even real or just in his head.
Displaying a pause by having a single panel that was lengthened out is such an obvious thing for comics that I can’t believe I never noticed it before. Adapting it for film could help imply longer time has passed by having a longer shot or just imply that the parties were given a moment to think.
In a medium that is more restrictive in how it can display motion, it has to get creative, and these creative ideas don’t just work for comics, but can be extrapolated to other mediums as well. I probably would have used a long shot for the reasons I described above just because maybe “it felt right for the scene” but because of the ability to understand why it works in a different medium I understand the principal in this one better. Because I know why it works, I can use the tool better.
Week 3 Blog Post
Blog Prompt: Watch the 12 min silent 1929 film by Dimitri Kirsanoff called Brumes d’automne (Autumn Mists). In this experimental short there is no plot just the visualized thoughts of a woman. Describe the editing. What is she thinking? Does the montage work? Does it evoke something for you? Kirsanoff said that his intention in the film was to represent a state of mind “through drastically changed images in which nature was losing its density and unity.”
Very early on a connection is established between a shot of the woman looking blankly followed by an empty frame of a subject being what she was looking at. This is established with the paper in the fire very early on and this set, at least for me, the expectation that any shot of her face and a shot that was harder to connect must be the focus of her vision. Her looking at the papers, then the man, then the wilderness instills in me a great feeling of longing. She wants to be free of the place she in and when she finally leaves, she gets to wander in the beauty of the outside. Her face isn’t shown in focus like it was before this point anymore, with some acceptations, but for the most part her legs and feet are the focus as traveling and being outside become the forefront. During the only prolonged focus on her gaze after this, it is more of a blurry messy trip that obviously displays stress but the exact reasoning is hard to pin down and left up to interpretation. All of the shots are of very discontinuous outside images that evoke the feeling of outdoors but don’t ground you in any particular place. The piece ends up feeling very dreamy with no meaning easily parsed as everything is left to the viewer to interpret.
Week 1 Blog Post
Blog Prompt: How does the movie retain narrative momentum despite all the time shifts? What narrative forces/desires drives the edits of shot to shot? In what ways is time “stretched” or “compressed” and how is the effect achieved? These questions are only “prompts” for your own thoughts about the narrative, cinematography and editing styles of the Run Lola Run. Take screen grabs to support your thoughts.
Run Lola Run is able to keep a strong momentum due to the impactful pacing of the movie where you get to see how Lola will go through it this time. Faster, slower, different, and better all weaving back and forth to create an interesting interplay between the familiar and the foreign events.
Every loop starts with a staircase scene but if Lola was in complete control and just learning from the loops, you’d think that she’d descend the staircase faster, but instead the boy sticks his leg out to trip her.
This set expectations for the 2nd loop early on by showing that even though Lola gets to go through things again, it wont be the same. Personally, I was hooked by the thought of these anomalies and payed extra attention to see what was different about this new “run”.
It served to even make the long shots at the beginning of each run fresh as they set the tone fantastically for the first time through, but in subsequent runs, what would there be to change in an interesting way. If Lola was truly the only character with agency than the only thing she could do is run faster, but the small changes around her like the woman with the stroller create differences small enough to keep the viewer from feeling like they’ve seen this before.
AI Project
The audio was corrupted for most of the video and I know what I did that messed it up but I had already shot everything so I just went for it.
AI Project Blog Post
I was at a loss for ideas for this project but my friend showed me an AI commercial, and I’m pretty sure someone made this and it wasn’t a legitimate Mt. Dew commercial, but my friend showed me an AI commercial about Mt. Dew and it inspired me to make an infomercial. I went to ChatGPT and asked it for infomercial ideas on medication and I saw one that I liked which was about a medication that “brings you out of the dumps and makes you feel happy”. I liked this and decided to run with it, expanding the idea that in fact this medication makes you hallucinate happy things, even if you’re unhappy with your life or surroundings. Instead of pursuing a healthy way to clean up your life and find a piece of mind, this medication just creates a new reality for your eyes to feast on, and hides your real life reality from you. ChatGPT came up with the name Blissify, which then I changed to Blissfully just because I liked the sound of it better. I wrote a script for it with my friend and created a shot list and then went from there.
Week 7 Blog Post – AI Story
I decided to link the chat I had with ChatGPT. I went into a lot of detail and asked it serval ways to describe it. Evolving and expanding upon the story. I think it’s interesting to see how it was able to expand from the first details I gave to it and how the final result I am going with came out. I also think I went into much more detail than what was asked but I ended up really liking this result.
Here is the link to the full conversation and ideas:
https://chat.openai.com/share/7e90699e-e35b-48b7-8f90-5f7b689adca0
This is the final story summary that ChatGPT gave me:
“In a world where time reigns supreme, a desolate cityscape stands as a testament to a civilization collapsed under its own temporal weight. Nature reclaims the ruins, weaving its way through dilapidated skyscrapers and forgotten gardens, creating a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere. A lone young man embarks on a quest to slow down time, navigating the overgrown remnants in search of a solution to rewrite the world’s destiny.
The narrative unfolds through a series of scenic atmosphere shots, capturing the serenity of the surroundings as the protagonist traverses flower-laden streets and discovers the secrets within a decaying clock tower. These shots, characterized by sweeping drone views and graceful tracking of the protagonist, establish the tranquil beauty of the desolation.
As the story delves into mystery, action, and adventure, the cinematography seamlessly transitions into suspenseful thriller shots during pivotal moments. The clock tower’s interior is revealed with slow pans and soft lighting, creating an atmosphere of anticipation. In forgotten gardens, vibrant colors are showcased through medium shots, contrasting with the desolation and instilling a sense of hope.
The suspenseful thriller shots intensify during key scenes, such as the young man’s revelation in the ancient library and the ominous pursuit through the garden. Shaky handheld shots and quick cuts elevate the urgency, heightening the stakes of the adventure. The climactic confrontation atop the towering ruin transforms the scenic backdrop into a tense battleground. Wide shots capture the vast cityscape, while dynamic cuts and intense lighting convey the thrill of the action.
In the film’s climax, the scenic atmosphere seamlessly blends with suspense as the young man activates a time-altering device. The visuals shift into a pulsating energy, featuring rapid, disorienting cuts and close-ups, immersing the audience in the thrilling uncertainty of temporal manipulation. This cinematic journey weaves together the tranquility of a world lost in time with the heart-pounding suspense of rewriting destiny.”
I plan to have it shot just like the prompts I gave it. A sort of very cinematic film with various unique angles that give off the feeling of time being distorted. Like the world itself is lost or broken in time.
It may be ambitious but I am hoping it will turn out well.
Week 7 Blog Post
Prompt: Generate a 200 – 300 word story about the unexpected death of a romantic partner
ChatGPT Response: In the quiet, picturesque town of Willow Creek, Sarah and James were the epitome of a perfect couple. Their love story was one that seemed destined for eternity, woven with shared laughter, dreams, and a bond that weathered life’s storms. But fate often writes its own narrative, unfurling unexpected twists in the gentlest of moments.
On a crisp autumn evening, as the leaves painted the ground in hues of gold and crimson, tragedy struck without warning. James, the vibrant soul who lit up Sarah’s world, was suddenly taken from her embrace by a cruel twist of fate. A reckless driver, lost in the labyrinth of distractions, careened into James’ car, leaving Sarah shattered and alone.
The news of James’ untimely demise sent shockwaves through Willow Creek, casting a somber veil over the once vibrant community. Sarah, gripped by an anguish she never imagined, found herself navigating the unfathomable depths of grief. Every corner of their shared home echoed with memories of James – his laughter in the kitchen, his warmth in their bed, his whispered promises of forever.
Days turned into nights, and nights into endless stretches of solitude. In the silence, Sarah wrestled with questions that had no answers, seeking solace in the fragments of their love scattered across time. Yet, amidst the shadows of despair, a flicker of James’ spirit danced like a beacon, reminding Sarah of the resilience woven into the tapestry of their love.
Slowly, Sarah began to embrace the memories as bittersweet treasures, cradling them close to her heart. In the midst of her grief, she discovered a newfound strength – a testament to the enduring power of love, even in the face of loss. And as the seasons changed, Sarah found solace in knowing that James would forever reside in the garden of her soul, blooming eternal in the petals of her memories.
Project Summary: I want to create a project based around grief and loss of someone close to you. An idea for it has been brewing in my mind for quite a while and I am thinking of pulling from that bank of ideas I have gathered. I’ve always been intrigued by stories that explore sadness or try to elicit emotions from the viewer so combining an idea I had for a project like that and AI could produce interesting results if it can elicit that response.
The basis for my original idea was that of getting ready for a morning trip in a bright scenario leading to a drive in a car. During the drive an accident happens and one of the pair gets killed while the other has to go through the first responders, the hospital, and home.
The video generated from the prompt isn’t very close to what I want the final product to look like but the color grading of it certainly is. I hope to mess with different prompts to find the closest thing to what I’m looking for and run generated video through Gen-1 to see if that can keep continuity at least a bit better between shots.
Generated Video:
AI Story Prompt
When giving ChatGPT the prompt, I gave instructions that the genre was Action/Fantasy/Adventure with the camera angles and lighting being similar to “Chronicles of Narnia” style because I loved the styles within the movies. I gave a simple prompt as well of what kind of story I wanted it to tell along with the given duration. I did not specify a costume, but I did specify the view that is being given.
Story Prompt:
In the golden hues of late afternoon, the camera pans over a lush forest trail, dappled sunlight filtering through the dense foliage. We follow Allen and Sasha, siblings of adventurous spirit, as they trek through the winding paths, their laughter mingling with the chirping of birds.
As they ascend the mountain, the camera switches to a series of breathtaking aerial shots, capturing the vastness of the landscape below. Finally, they reach the cliff’s edge, and the camera angles down to reveal the stunning panorama of floating islands, adorned with verdant trees and cascading waterfalls.
Sasha, captivated by the beauty before her, sits at the precipice, framed by the majestic scenery. Allen stands beside her, his expression serene, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. Close-up shots emphasize the tranquility of the moment, the siblings lost in silent contemplation.
As the sky turns fiery orange and pink, the camera captures the siblings exchanging a meaningful glance, a promise etched in their eyes. With a final sweep of the landscape, they reluctantly tear themselves away, their footsteps echoing against the rocky terrain.
The camera follows them down the mountain, lingering on their figures silhouetted against the fading light. With each step, their resolve strengthens, ready to embark on yet another thrilling adventure, their hearts full of memories and dreams. As they disappear into the twilight, the scene fades to black, leaving the audience with a sense of wonder and anticipation for the next chapter in their journey.
AI Story Prompt Ideas
The idea I have for my AI story will be something Toy Story-inspired, with the intent to follow a sort of Pixar-adjacent aesthetic and tone. In particular, those silent Pixar short films that don’t have any dialogue but instead conveys everything using vivid, emotive imagery.
The basic synopsis is that a stuffed animal has fallen off the bed and is trying to get back up again. When he first falls, another stuffed animal offers to help him back up, but he confidently turns them down. He first tries to climb up the blanket, but ends up slipping off. Then he positions a toy car at the base of the bed and uses that to help him jump, but just falls short. Lastly he climbs up onto a nearby chair and attempts to jump from the chair onto the bed, only to fall harshly onto the floor once more. He lays there after the hard fall, and becomes incredibly disheartened by his inability to get back up on his own. Just as he loses hope, the other stuffed animal reaches down to him once again. This time, he reluctantly accepts their help, and they successfully pull him up onto the bed.
Week 7 Blog Post
Story Prompt Response: In the heart of a dense forest, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, stood a solitary cabin. It belonged to a man named Owen, a solitary figure who found solace among the trees and the songs of the birds. But what made Owen’s life unique was not just his love for nature, but his peculiar profession – he was a caretaker of computers.
Owen’s cabin was not just a shelter from the elements; it was a sanctuary for machines. Rows of computers lined the walls, their soft hum filling the air like a soothing melody. Some were old and weathered, while others gleamed with the latest technology. Owen had a special bond with each one of them, tending to their needs with meticulous care.
Every morning, Owen would rise with the sun and set about his tasks. He would dust off the keyboards, run diagnostics on the hard drives, and ensure that each computer was running smoothly. He had a knack for troubleshooting.
Despite his secluded lifestyle, Owen was not entirely alone. He had a faithful companion in the form of a stray cat named Byte. Byte would curl up on Owen’s lap as he worked, purring contentedly as the soft glow of the screens bathed them in light.
Life in the cabin was simple but fulfilling for Owen. He had everything he needed – the quiet of the forest, the companionship of his computers, and the gentle presence of Byte. And though the world outside may have seemed distant and chaotic, Owen found peace in the rhythm of his daily routine.
As the seasons changed and the years passed by, Owen remained steadfast in his dedication to his craft. His reputation as a computer whisperer spread far and wide, attracting clients from all walks of life. But no matter how busy he became, Owen always made time for his first love – the quiet sanctuary of his cabin, where he could commune with nature and tend to his beloved machines.
Style:
I chose that I would use AI more for the establishing shots, for me to be able to hybridize between AI and real footage. I have inspiration from how day-to-day life is covered or stylized by Studio Ghibli but also by John Carpenter with how he can portray isolation or tight environments.
Camera: I will be using a High definition camera so I am also having the AI replicate more of a cinematic camera. I might also attempt to see what it would look like in a more animated style to see if I like it but I will start with realism.
Costuming: I want to depict a distant future but also have elements that are seen in the modern day, maybe hinting at something that has happened to halt humanity culturally to mirror something more of the current day.
Lighting: When shooting the exterior shots outside the cabin I want to start with nature being warmer and the interior of the cabin being colder. throughout the story, I want to potentially swap these to show that the ideals of Owen have changed.
Week 7 Blog Post: AI Cinema Summary
Title : Rejuv
In a desolate future, Ohm, a lone robot awakens amidst ruins, its metallic and plastic form a stark contrast against the decaying remnants of humanity. Programmed with a singular purpose—to initiate the Rejuvenation Protocol—Ohm ventures forth into a world consumed by emptiness.
Guided by ancient algorithms and forgotten coordinates programmed by its long deceased creators, Ohm traverses the barren landscape, its sensors scanning for signs of life. Along the journey, it encounters the relics of humanity’s past glory: countless crumbling cities collapsed and sunken into the dead Earth.
Yet amidst the ruins, Ohm faces obstacles both physical and existential. Collapsed buildings obstruct its path, toxic wastelands threaten its circuits, and rogue machines challenge its resolve. Beaten and battered, Ohm presses on, driven by its program’s purpose.
Finally, after a perilous journey, Ohm arrives at the heart of the desolation—a lifeless wasteland much comparable to the salt flats of our world today, where nothing grows, and no life stirs. Here, amidst the ruins of civilization, Ohm prepares to enact its ultimate mission.
Ohm activates the organic bomb, unleashing a wave of energy that transforms the landscape before its sensors. Grass sprouts from the barren earth, trees stretch towards the sky, and the air is filled with the sound of nature’s symphony.
Yet amidst the newfound life, there is a poignant absence—no organic beings emerge to inhabit the rejuvenated world. As Ohm watches the transformation, it realizes the bittersweet truth: it has succeeded in its mission, but humanity’s legacy remains absent from the reborn world.
As Ohm’s systems begin to shut down, its circuits fading into darkness, it finds solace in the knowledge that it has become a part of the rebirth it facilitated. A silent guardian of a changed world, Ohm’s legacy echoes across the ages, a testament to the enduring spirit of hope in a desolate landscape.
Visualization:
Influenced by the cinematic styles of Ridley Scott, Christopher Nolan, James Cameron, and JJ Abrams, shots will focus on vast spaces and the objects within them rather than the main character themselves. Shot on the same film stock favored by Christopher Nolan (65mm IMAX), the film will capture the bleakness and desolation of the post-apocalyptic world with stunning realism. Long panning shots of the collapsed ruins followed by transition shots of different angles as we follow Ohm on their journey. Never closer than 50 feet to Ohm, the camera mainly focuses on the environment.
Vast expanses of destroyed and collapsing cityscapes with overwhelming amounts of man-made structures amidst the absence of nature. The camera will pan across abandoned skyscrapers, rusted vehicles, crumbling infrastructure, downed powerlines, destroyed roads, rubble, shattered windows, oil, and other chemical spills, and so forth. CGI will most likely be used when showing these vast landscapes, but areas of close quarters may use small set design to achieve the desired look. The wastelands will be portrayed as vast and empty, devoid of any signs of life. Picturing the Bonneville Salt Flats, but with less sunlight. The lack of trees, plants, animals, and humans will be clear. The sky is gray or black, the sun barely piercing through the clouds of acid rain and smokey atmosphere.
The lighting will play a crucial role in setting the tone of the film. Shadows will loom large, casting an eerie pall over the landscape and heightening the sense of isolation and foreboding. Shadows will reflect the metaphor of the past.
The colors for this story follow the theme and lighting. A near total lack of vibrancy with only very dark or very light grays, blacks, whites, and browns will be present. Anything resembling concrete, inorganic materials will be used. The color of the robot’s light, either red or green, will be the only real form of color until the end of the story when the mission completes, and life begins to spawn again.
Key words to remember for prompts: Realistic, 65 mm IMAX, dystopian, dilapidated, bleak, post-apocalyptic, technological, barren, sci-fi, robotic, metallic, rusted, void, devoid, rejuvenation, ruins, abandoned, lack of life, decay, natural disaster, exploration, vast, expansive, transformation, mission, man-made, etc.
I used ChatGPT to help convey certain aspects of this story into the right words for this post.
-Caleb
Ai Cinema Blog Post: (Week 7)
AI Movie Clip Prompt: “Harmony of Time”
The scene opens on a serene, otherworldly landscape under a twilight sky. The horizon is adorned with floating islands, each hosting its own unique ecosystem. A river, shimmering with hues of gold and azure, flows gently through the air, weaving between the islands without gravity’s constraint. The camera follows the river’s course, revealing clocks and hourglasses seamlessly integrated into the natural environment. Trees with leaves shaped like watch hands rustle in the wind, and flowers bloom in fast-forward, their petals opening and closing with the rhythm of seconds.
As we delve deeper into this dreamscape, the river leads us to a grand, crystalline clock standing majestically in the center of a floating meadow. The clock is unlike any other; its gears and hands flow like liquid, changing shape and form, symbolizing the fluidity of time in this realm. The meadow around the clock pulses with a soft, ethereal light, casting long, dancing shadows that play along the ground.
Suddenly, the clock begins to chime, its sound resonating through the landscape like a harmonious melody. With each chime, the scenery transforms: day turns to night, then back to day; seasons change within moments, showcasing the beauty of spring blossoms, the warmth of summer sun, the golden hues of autumn leaves, and the serene stillness of winter snow, all coexisting in a beautiful, ever-changing cycle.
The camera pans up to the sky, where constellations of stars move swiftly, tracing patterns of ancient timepieces across the cosmos. A shooting star crosses the sky, leaving a trail of sparkling light that forms the silhouette of an hourglass before fading away.
As the clip nears its end, the view zooms out, showing the Timekeeper standing atop the highest floating island, watching over the harmonious flow of time in this dreamlike realm. A sense of peace and understanding reflects in his eyes, as if he’s found the key to balancing time’s relentless march with the timeless beauty of the moment.
The scene fades to black, leaving viewers with a sense of wonder and a longing for a world where time flows in harmony with life itself.
Look or Style of Film:
- Visual Style: The clip should be rendered in a surreal, vibrant style, emphasizing the fluidity and ethereal beauty of the dreamlike landscapes and time elements.
- Animation: Focus on smooth transitions between scenes and the fluid movement of time-related elements to enhance the dreamy, surreal atmosphere.
- Sound: Incorporate a soothing, mystical soundtrack that complements the visual transformations and the concept of time flowing in harmony.
- Narrative: Although primarily visual, the clip should convey a sense of narrative progression, moving from the exploration of the landscapes to the revelation of the Timekeeper, symbolizing a journey towards understanding and harmony.
Visual Effects:
Visual Quality & Film Stock: The clip should be rendered to mimic the quality of high-resolution 70mm film stock, known for its rich detail, depth of color, and dynamic range. This choice will give the landscapes and time elements a tactile, immersive feel, with a fine grain texture that adds to the dreamlike atmosphere.
Cameras & Lenses: Utilize digital simulation of vintage anamorphic lenses to capture the wide, panoramic views of the floating islands and the dreamlike landscapes. These lenses will contribute to the surreal quality of the scenes by creating characteristic lens flares and a slightly distorted, yet beautiful wide field of view, emphasizing the vastness and the ethereal nature of the environments.
Lighting: Employ soft, naturalistic lighting with a golden hour glow for daytime scenes, enhancing the dreamlike quality with warm tones and soft shadows. For night scenes, use cooler, moonlit tones with strategic low-light conditions to highlight the mystical elements of the landscape, such as the shimmering river and the glowing crystalline clock. Lighting should be dynamic, subtly changing to reflect the passage of time and the transformations within the dream world.
Color Scheme: The clip should feature a vibrant, yet slightly desaturated color palette, emphasizing pastels and muted tones to create a sense of otherworldliness. This palette will make the transitions between seasons and times of day appear seamless and magical, while still providing a visually rich and engaging experience.
Production Design, Sets, & Costumes: The production design should be intricate and detailed, with each element of the dream world carefully crafted to reflect the theme of fluid time. Sets like the floating islands and the crystalline clock should combine organic and fantastical elements, using materials that appear both natural and ethereal. Costumes for the Timekeeper and any other characters should be timeless, blending elements from different eras and cultures in a way that transcends specific time periods. Fabrics should flow and change, reflecting the mutable nature of time, with subtle, intricate patterns that hint at the complexity of the timekeeper’s realm.
General Aesthetic: The overall aesthetic should draw inspiration from classic surrealist films and paintings, with a modern twist that incorporates advances in visual effects and animation. The goal is to create a visually stunning piece that feels both timeless and innovative, inviting the viewer into a world where time is not a constraint but a canvas for beauty and exploration.
This detailed approach aims to guide the AI in creating a short movie clip that not only tells a compelling story through its visuals but also achieves a specific, high-quality cinematic look and feel, making “Harmony of Time” a captivating and immersive experience.
-Quincy Harris
AI Cinema
Story synopsis: A detective navigates through a futuristic alien city, interrogating a variety of outlandish puppet creatures in an attempt to solve a murder case. Emphasis is placed on the expansive shots of a foreign setting, which I hope to emphasize through prompting. Things like dubious gravity as city blocks are constructed sideways up walls, the architectural verticality of the city, and flying vehicles that weave through aerial traffic.
This is contrasted with shots of building interiors, where the detective describes his luck (or lack of it) interviewing these alien creatures. The interiors are grungy, with eccentric technologies populating every corner of the frame. The creatures are meant to imitate practical effects of the 80s/ 90s, almost like Henson creations.
I would like to try to find an ai voice that replicates the golden age transatlantic noir accent. It describes the peculiarities of the city, the struggle of the job, sort of rambles like a real person might while recounting a narrative. The story concludes with the detective unable to locate a suspect, resulting in the dismissal from his job. This city will chew you up and swallow you whole…
Look and style: Something moody, with harsh lighting and a grimy tactility; A science fiction noir a la Dark City, Minority Report. The neon of skyscrapers and billboards contrast the oppressive shadows of perpetual night. Lots of static wide shots with narration, since I think the look of ai when it tries to recreate moving figures is pretty ghoulish (and in general, but…)