These Runway AI Video Updates are Insane!
TLDRThis week's AI film news highlights advancements in AI video tools, showcasing the new sketch-to-video capabilities of Runway AI and its improved image-to-video quality compared to Pabs. Nicholas Nert's drone footage created in Runway and the introduction of Runway's motion brush feature are discussed. Updates from Open AI, including their new knowledge cutoff and API improvements, are covered. The potential of AI in film dubbing and the implications of the Hollywood SAG strike on AI filmmaking are also explored. The episode concludes with a study on AI's predictive capabilities for heart attacks.
Takeaways
- π² The AI filmmaking world has seen significant changes with new tools like 'Korea' that enhance sketches using AI to create more realistic storyboards.
- π¨ Runway's algorithm update has improved the quality of generated videos, offering better control over camera movements and direction.
- π In side-by-side comparisons, Runway Gen 2 shows more cinematic realism in text-to-video quality than Pabs, though Pabs retains an edge in cinematic movements.
- π₯ Runway's motion brush feature allows users to selectively animate parts of an image, providing a new level of control in video editing.
- π Nicholas Nert's drone footage created in Runway demonstrates the potential of AI in creating cinematic results from text to image and video.
- π The film and TV industry is expected to increasingly adopt AI for establishing shots and details within the next 12 months, despite current resolutions not being Silver Screen quality.
- π Open AI has extended its knowledge cutoff to April 2023 and introduced the ability to input prompts up to 300 book pages long, benefiting screenwriting and analysis.
- π€ The introduction of AI chat bots by Open AI allows for the customization of bots for specific repetitive tasks and sharing them with others.
- π¬ Mid Journey's fine-tuning model lets users create consistent styles for images, which can be beneficial for maintaining a specific look in films.
- π Film competitions like the Curious Refuge and Epidemic Sound AI holiday film competition encourage the use of AI in filmmaking and offer cash prizes.
- πΉ New tools like Blockade are revolutionizing virtual productions by generating 360-degree worlds from text prompts, aiding VR development and virtual filming.
Q & A
What is the new tool called 'Korea' mentioned in the script, and what does it do?
-Korea is a new tool that allows users to sketch and then automatically enhances the quality of those sketches using AI. It enables the creation of more realistic rough sketches and storyboards.
What improvements have been made to Runway's algorithm according to the video script?
-Runway has updated their algorithm to provide even better quality in their AI film-making tool. The new algorithm offers improved realism and cinematic movements, although it still struggles with exposure issues in the initial video frames.
How does the text-to-video quality comparison between Runway and P Labs look like?
-The text-to-video quality comparison shows that Runway Gen 2 has better overall realism and a more cinematic look compared to P Labs, making Runway the preferred choice for text-to-video conversion.
What is the exposure problem that Runway's new algorithm still faces?
-The exposure problem in Runway's new algorithm refers to the issue where the first few frames of a video may become either brighter or darker depending on the uploaded asset, which users need to work around.
Can you explain the example showcased by Nicholas Nert using Runway?
-Nicholas Nert, a prominent AI filmmaker, created drone footage entirely within Runway. He used text-to-image to generate stills and negative prompting to refine the images. Then, he applied these images in Synthway to create cinematic video results.
What are the implications of the advancements in AI film-making tools for the future of the film and TV industry?
-The advancements in AI film-making tools suggest that within about 12 months, the feature film and TV industry will be able to use AI for establishing shots and other details, indicating a significant shift in the way films are produced.
What is the new 'motion brush' feature in Runway, and how is it used?
-The motion brush feature in Runway allows users to selectively edit parts of an image frame by brushing in the areas they want to animate. This tool provides more control over the animation process and can create realistic movements.
What is the significance of the announcement from P Labs about their upcoming version 1.0?
-P Labs' announcement of version 1.0 signifies that they will offer a platform that runs on an actual website, making their AI film-making tool more accessible and user-friendly.
What is the role of the 'emu edit' tool from Meta in the AI film-making process?
-The emu edit tool from Meta allows for a multimodal experience in the editing process. Users can type in prompts and iteratively refine the results without having to repaint or reprompt the scene, streamlining the editing workflow.
What updates did Open AI present during their Dev day that could impact filmmakers?
-During Open AI's Dev day, they announced updates such as extending the knowledge cutoff to April 2023, allowing input prompts up to 300 book pages long for script analysis, and enabling the use of multiple tools within a single chat for a more integrated creative process.
What is the significance of the introduction of AI chat bots by Open AI?
-The introduction of AI chat bots by Open AI allows users to customize bots for specific tasks and share them with others. This development can greatly enhance productivity and creativity by providing tailored assistance for various tasks in the film-making process.
Outlines
π¨ AI in Filmmaking: Tools and Updates
This paragraph introduces the advancements in AI filmmaking tools and technologies. It discusses a new tool called 'Korea' that enhances sketches using AI, making rough sketches more realistic. The script also compares two AI platforms, Runway and Pabs, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses in image-to-video and text-to-video conversions. Runway's improved algorithm and new features like the motion brush are showcased, along with examples from AI filmmakers like Nicholas Nert. The potential of AI in the film and TV industry is also discussed, suggesting that AI could be used for establishing shots and details in about a year. Runway's capabilities in time remapping and the community's impressive use of the motion brush feature are also mentioned.
πΉ AI Video Tools and Industry Developments
This section delves into the latest AI video tools and their applications in the industry. It mentions the Moon Valley image-to-video model and Playday, a new AI video tool created by Myspace founders. The script also covers Open AI's updates, including an extended knowledge base, the ability to input long prompts, and the introduction of AI chat bots. The potential of these bots for screenwriting and their customization options are highlighted. Additionally, the paragraph covers the implications of the SAG strike resolution for AI filmmaking, including consent requirements for digital replicas and payment for actors whose likeness is used.
π€ AI Language Models and Virtual Production Tools
The paragraph discusses the introduction of new AI language models and their capabilities. It mentions Elon Musk's new language model with less censorship and real-time access to Twitter data. The script also covers Mid-Journey's fine-tuning model, which allows for consistent styles in AI-generated images. The potential of these models for filmmakers is explored, along with the announcement of a new tool called Blockade for virtual production. Blockade's ability to generate 360-degree worlds based on prompts is highlighted, and its implications for VR development and virtual production are discussed.
π¬ AI Filmmaking Opportunities and Dubbing Advancements
This section focuses on opportunities in AI filmmaking and advancements in dubbing. It announces the opening of enrollment for an AI filmmaking course and the benefits it offers, such as job opportunities and access to the latest techniques. The script also discusses the use of AI for translating and dubbing films, with the example of the 1979 Jesus movie being translated into 200 languages with native lip-syncing. The potential of AI to revolutionize film dubbing and the impact of YouTube's automatic dubbing on the industry are also mentioned.
π AI and Legal Implications in Hollywood
The paragraph discusses the legal implications of AI in Hollywood, particularly in the context of the SAG strike resolution. It explains the requirements for consent when creating digital replicas of actors and the payment structure for actors whose likeness is used in films. The script also covers the rules regarding changing an actor's performance and the allowance of synthetic actors in certain contexts. The potential for AI-generated actors and the conditions under which digital doubles can be used are explored.
π AI in Healthcare and Weekly AI Film Showcase
This final paragraph highlights a study from Oxford that demonstrates AI's ability to predict heart attacks up to 10 years in advance. It discusses the use of AI in analyzing heart scans and its superior performance compared to human detection of irregularities. The script also showcases AI films of the week, including a fashion project by a community member, a film created for the P Labs Halloween contest, and a student film featuring AI-generated rap and visuals. The paragraph concludes with an invitation to join the AI filmmaking course and a thank you note to viewers.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘AI film making
π‘Runway
π‘PAB
π‘Text to video
π‘Motion brush
π‘Time remapping
π‘AI chat bots
π‘Fine-tuning
π‘Virtual Productions
π‘SAG strike
Highlights
A new tool called 'Korea' uses AI to enhance the quality of hand-drawn sketches, making them more realistic.
Runway's algorithm update improves the quality of generated videos, offering better control over camera movements.
Comparison between Runway and Pabs shows Runway has better text-to-video quality but struggles with exposure issues.
Nicholas Nert's example of creating drone footage in Runway demonstrates the future of filmmaking with AI.
Runway introduces a 'motion brush' feature for selective editing of image frames.
Pabs announces the upcoming release of version 1.0, allowing web-based operation and showcasing animation potential.
Curious Refuge and Epidemic Sound host an AI holiday film competition with a prize pool of $5,000.
Meta is researching a new video editing model using AI, though not yet available for public use.
Moon Valley releases a new image-to-video model through their Discord server, suitable for cartoon-style projects.
Open AI extends its knowledge cutoff to April 2023 and allows input prompts up to 300 book pages long.
Chat GPT introduces AI chat bots that can be customized and shared for specific tasks.
Sam Altman's departure and potential return as CEO of Open AI amidst investor pressure.
Elon Musk announces a new language model with less censorship and real-time access to Twitter data.
Mid Journey's fine-tuning model allows for consistent style creation in images.
Blockade is a new tool for virtual productions that generates 360-degree worlds based on prompts.
The 1979 Jesus movie uses AI for translation and lip-syncing in additional languages.
SAG strike results in wage increases, streaming bonuses, and new rules for digital replicas and performances.
A study from Oxford shows AI can predict heart attacks up to 10 years in advance by analyzing heart scans.