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An AI-generated "behind-the-scenes" disaster video hit 750 million views in four days — and most viewers had no idea it was fake. Addy and Joey dig into why it went viral, what it reveals about audience appetite for movie magic, and why the filmmaking details don't hold up. Then, a live demo of Decart's Lucy 2.5 real-time video generation model, a look at MiniMax H3's multi-input open-weight release, and a breakdown of AI model pricing shifts and Chinese chip optimization trends shaping the industry.

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Addy and Joey recap SIGGRAPH — covering EVRN's image-to-3D tool, ComfyCode.ai's metadata-driven JSON prompting, and Beeble's SwitchX 2.0 push toward pro-grade outputs. Neill Blomkamp releases a fully AI-generated short film, Flux 3 enters the video model race, and the duo discuss what the AI film pipeline might look like in two to three years.

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Joey tests OpenAI Codex + Blender MCP to reconstruct a real building in 3D from phone photos — and the results have real implications for production workflows. Plus: what to expect at SIGGRAPH and a free AI Workflows Summit in LA.

Also: Nuke's SmartRoto update, the AI-generated Odyssey trailer debate, Seedance 2.5, and Thinking Machines' open-source Inkling model alongside Kimi 3's massive parameter count.

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A hidden brain spontaneously developed inside an AI neural network — and that's just one of the stories this week. Addy and Joey break down Seedream 5.0 Pro's new precise image editing, Meta's Muse model and its controversial opt-out Instagram remix feature, and what the latest MCP integrations for Unreal Engine and ComfyUI mean for your production workflow.

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Google DeepMind puts $70M into A24. Anthropic's Fable model launched — then got pulled within days. Krea 2 goes open weight, and LTX Trainer brings video LoRAs to the open-source world. Adobe acquires Topaz Labs.

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Addy and Joey recap AI on the Lot's biggest announcements: Amazon MGM's Gen AI Creators Fund, their new AI production platform Project Nara, and the backlash that drove Jorge Gutierrez out of the program. Plus, new agentic tools from Drumina and Luma. Then, a wild box office weekend — Obsession and Backrooms both outperformed The Mandalorian. What does it mean for indie film and AI-assisted production?

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Joey returns from Google I/O with hands-on tests of Omni, Google's new video world model, comparing it head-to-head with Runway Aleph 2 on the same shots. Plus: Demis Hassabis puts AGI three years out, Google Flow gets agentic workflows, and Google Pics turns AI-generated images into editable layers.

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Google I/O is around the corner, and Addy and Joey unpack what's expected — from a potential Veo HDR upgrade to DeepMind's new storywriting AI tool, Fabula, built alongside working screenwriters. They also cover Image-Blaster, an open-source tool converting single images into full 3D environments, Netflix's new in-house AI animation studio, and what a viral Monet experiment reveals about how people actually respond to AI-labeled work.

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Lightcraft's browser-based virtual camera, Claude integrating with Blender and Adobe, Kling AI hitting 4K — here's what shifted in film tech while we were on the road.

Joey returns from NAB with a roundup of under-the-radar tools worth paying attention to, including Lightcraft Spark, a browser-based previs platform that lets you scan locations with Gaussian splats and move a virtual camera without touching Unreal Engine. He also breaks down Selects by Cutback, an AI-assisted editing tool building toward agentic workflows via Claude and MCP servers, and Martini, an AI filmmaking platform with a standout angle-repositioning feature that turns a 2D frame into a navigable 3D space.

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Blackmagic just loaded DaVinci Resolve with AI tools that can clone voices, reshape actor performances, remove motion blur, and simulate cinematic depth of field — and it's all built in. In this pre-NAB episode, Joey and Addy break down the most notable Resolve updates, including AI CineFocus, Face Age Transformer, and IntelliSearch clip analysis.

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Netflix just open-sourced an AI model that removes objects from video and corrects the physics — and that's only one of several AI updates worth tracking this week. Addy and Joey break down Netflix's VOID model, early leaks of what looks like GPT-Image-2, the underwhelming public rollout of Seedance 2.0 in the US, Google's Gemma 4 open-source local model, and the honest, unfiltered experience of running AI agents for real-world scheduling and production workflows. Plus: Artemis moon mission camera nerding.

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New AI image and video models are dropping fast — but which ones are worth your time? Addy and Joey break down PhotaLabs, a new image model built for human likeness and character consistency, plus Fotello, a practical tool streamlining real estate photography. They also cover Wan 2.7's new portrait and color control features, PixVerse V6's latest video output, and an LTX 2.3 update adding performance reasoning for facial expressions. They also weigh in on Quilty, the AI script analysis platform making waves in Hollywood and close out with the discontinued Apple Mac Pro Tower.

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OpenAI has officially shut down Sora — and the story behind its collapse reveals a lot about where AI video is headed. Addy and Joey break down why Sora never found its footing despite early buzz, what the dead Disney-OpenAI deal reveals about strategic miscalculations, and why OpenAI is now redirecting resources toward enterprise coding tools to compete with Anthropic's Claude. They also cover Epic Games' 1,000+ layoffs tied to slowing Fortnite revenue, the winding down of virtual production studio Pixamondo under Sony, Google's TurboQuant research paper on LLM compression, and a new Gemini feature that generates websites entirely on the fly.

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Val Kilmer is starring in a new film via AI — years after his passing and without ever filming a scene. Addy & Joey dig into what that means for actor estates, film marketing, and storytelling. Plus: an AI company paying improv actors $74/hr to capture emotional data for model training.

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ComfyUI is reshaping how studios create AI-generated content, with 50,000 downloads per day and adoption across Netflix, intelligence agencies, and major VFX houses.In this episode, Yoland Yan, CEO of ComfyUI, shares the origin story of the open-source AI workflow platform that has become an industry standard. We discuss how co-founder comfyanonymous created the tool with zero machine learning experience, why control and quality matter more than simplicity for professional creatives, and how the platform's 60,000+ nodes enable everything from marketing pipelines to classified government applications.

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Netflix acquires Ben Affleck's AI company InterPositive, which builds custom models for film productions. We also cover Corridor Crew's open-source chroma key model that's making VFX keying significantly easier, and LTX's new desktop editor that integrates AI generation directly into the timeline.--

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Google's Nano Banana 2 delivers Pro-level features at half the cost, with web search capabilities that can generate current event imagery in real-time. Addy and Joey test the model across multiple scenarios and discuss Perplexity and Claude's rapid feature additions in response to OpenClaw.

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Addy and Joey break down the latest batch of open-source AI image models: FireRed's specialized editing capabilities, Recraft V4's enterprise-grade output with SVG support, and ByteDance's newest open-source offering. They also cover Foundry's acquisition of Griptape, an AI node-based platform that signals where VFX compositing is headed, and test out Google Gemini's new music generation feature Lyria 3, which creates songs from unexpected inputs like slide decks and video thumbnails.

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Beeble's SwitchX transforms video backgrounds and relighting without destroying faces—potentially the most practical AI filmmaking tool yet. Joey and Addy test it live, debate LED volumes versus AI workflows, and break down Seedance 2.0's official release amid deepfake controversy. The hosts also critique Darren Aronofsky's AI-generated '1776' series, comparing it to traditional filmmaking and questioning when AI should replace real production.

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Google's Genie world generation model is now public, OpenClaw AI agents are running wild across the internet, and Kling 3.0 just merged the best features from multiple video models. Addy and Joey take a closer look.--The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.

Addy and Joey put two AI workflows head-to-head: training a LoRA with Z-Image versus using reference images with Nano Banana Pro to replicate film cinematography. In this episode, we test whether LoRAs are still necessary for capturing specific cinematography styles, or if reference images alone can deliver the same results. Using the VistaVision look from the film One Battle After Another as our target, we explore practical workflows for pre-production and previsualization.

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Claude Cowork brings AI desktop control to non-coders, while real-time AI video generation advances toward potential gaming applications. This week on Denoised, Addy and Joey break down the latest AI creative tools reshaping media workflows — from Black Forest Labs’ FLUX.2 [klein] model and Qwen's camera-angle control tech, to Apple’s new Creator Studio subscription challenging Adobe, plus why ComfyUI’s node updates matter for VFX artists building sustainable pipelines.

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CES 2026 brought notable innovations for filmmakers and media professionals. In this episode, we break down the most interesting tech: Fujifilm's new instax mini Evo Cinema Camera with vintage film emulation, LEGO's impressive computer-integrated Smart Brick, HP's EliteBoard keyboard computer, Boston Dynamics' fully electric Atlas robot, Samsung's thin 3D display technology, and Nvidia's Rubin platform advances.

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Addy and Joey dive into their tech predictions for 2026, categorizing forecasts from "super confident" to "long shots." They explore the future of AI tools like Comfy UI, real-time video generation, and VFX-focused models. Will we see feature-length AI-generated cinema or neural renderers integrated into major production tools?

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In this episode, Addy and Joey present the first-ever Denoisies AI awards, highlighting 2025's most significant AI developments. They debate standout models like Z-Image vs. Nano Banana Pro, analyze industry partnerships including Disney-OpenAI, and reveal the year's biggest misses and surprises.

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New AI model releases won't stop for the holidays! This week, Addy and Joey dive into Wan 2.6, ChatGPT Image 1.5, Seedance 1.5 Pro, and other video generation updates.

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Go behind the scenes as Addy reveals his complete workflow for creating a hybrid live-action/AI short film featuring a job-seeking lizard creature. Learn practical techniques for multi-camera consistency, environment generation, and post-production fixes.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI, allowing Sora to use Disney characters in videos. Plus, we dissect the McDonald's Netherlands AI ad controversy, analyze OpenAI's new image models codenamed Chestnut and Hazelnut, and explore sync's react-1 tool for modifying character performances.

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Addy and Joey analyze Kling O1's superior video modification capabilities versus Runway Aleph, Z-Image's emergence as an open-source alternative to proprietary image models, and Seedream 4.5's unique batch generation feature. Plus, they compare new releases from Runway Gen-4.5, LTX Retake, FLUX.2, and TwelveLabs' Morengo 3.0.

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Addy and Joey dive into AI animation workflows using ComfyUI, demonstrating how to transform static images into dynamic characters using Wan 2.5 and Wan 2.2 Animate.

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Joey and Addy dive into Google's Nano Banana Pro, testing its enhanced 4K resolution outputs, text accuracy, and superior relighting capabilities compared to other models. They also explore Meta's SAM 3D for instant 3D model creation and World Labs' Marble launch for virtual production environments.

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This week, Addy and Joey dive into the Nano Banana 2 leaks and their potential implications for media authenticity. Then we explore Comfy Cloud's powerful browser-based workflow ($20/month for 8 GPU hours daily), Veo 3.1's new camera controls, and real-time AI video manipulation that's bringing unprecedented control to creators. Plus: Figma acquires Weavy, ByteDance launches affordable video upscaling, and practical AI tools that are transforming post-production workflows.

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Coca-Cola's new AI-generated holiday ad has sparked both praise and controversy. In this episode, Joey and Addy break down the technology behind the commercial, analyzing how Secret Level combined tools like Veo 3, Comfy, and Sora to achieve CG-quality animation with a small crew instead of the large team usually required for traditional production

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Adobe Max 2025 just revealed a treasure trove of AI-powered updates. Addy and Joey break down the most significant announcements including Firefly 5's improved human generation, automatic layer segmentation in Photoshop, integrated Topaz upscaling, and new tools for relighting images. Plus, they explore Adobe's venture into 3D space, Frame.io's new media intelligence features, and practical AI integrations that make everyday tasks faster.

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Xavier Collins, CEO of Wonder Studios, discusses their $12M seed round and acquisition of Playbook with co-founder JD LeRoy. They explain their community-led approach to AI filmmaking and how they're enabling creators to bring projects to life that would never have been possible before.

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Adobe makes major AI moves with their new Foundry service and Invoke.ai acquisition. Addy and Joey break down how Amazon's 'House of David' series used AI for 253 shots, saving months of production time and potentially changing how TV is made. Plus, Runway's strategic pivot to industrial applications, and key insights from LA Tech Week where top executives revealed their AI production strategies.

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Addy and Joey dissect major updates to Google's Veo 3.1, including ingredients to video, video markup tools, and improved frame extension. They also examine Runway's new specialized apps for VFX, Netflix Eyeline's research on video reasoning, and NVIDIA's new DGX Spark.

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Joey takes you inside Infinity Fest’s panel on Gaussian Splats and AI in virtual production. Learn how this technology enables lighter, faster 3D environments and how ETC upscales AI outputs to 16-bit EXR files. Plus, Addy and Joey compare AI tools like Nano Banana and Seedream for consistent image generation.

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Taylor Swift faces backlash over suspected AI promos despite her billion-dollar success. In this episode, Joey and Addy analyze Sora's pivot to an opt-in model for IP after creator outrage, unpack the leaked details of OpenAI and Jony Ive's mysterious AI device, and discuss the existential questions facing content creators in the Sora era.

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OpenAI's Sora 2 launches as both a powerful video model and controversial social app. In this episode, Joey and Addy dive deep into how Sora 2 handles IP permissions with its opt-out approach, test its uncanny ability to generate likenesses, and examine the innovative Cameos feature that lets users put themselves into AI-generated scenes. They also discuss the implications for filmmakers, debate the quality differences between the free and pro versions, and share their actual test results with screenshots from the app.

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Addy and Joey analyze three stories at the intersection of AI and filmmaking: the potential talent agency signing of AI actress Tilly Norwood, the technical challenges in the Runway-Lionsgate partnership, and how VFX professionals are combining AI with traditional compositing tools.

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Alibaba unveils Wan 2.5, an AI model competing with Veo 3 that generates video with integrated audio and speech in a single output. In this week's AI Roundup, Joey and Addy analyze the flurry of new AI models and tools transforming media production, including Qwen-Image-Edit-2509, Google's Mixboard, Topaz's new upscaling models, Nano Banana's integration with Photoshop, and more.

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Addy and Joey explore Google's collaboration with Michael Keaton on 'Sweetwater,' an AI-integrated short film, and examine a company planning to produce 5,000 AI podcasts at just $1 per episode. They also assess Meta's new Ray-Ban smart glasses and discuss the plateauing intelligence of large language models.

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Seedream 4, Comfy Cloud, new RED cameras, and more filmmaking tech updates.

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We dive into all the camera and pro video updates from Apple's iPhone keynote.

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XGRIDS PortalCam reshapes film production with a $5,000 LIDAR scanner that's changing how filmmakers capture location data. In this tech-packed roundup, Addy and Joey break down Krea's Realtime Video, Apple's surprising AI research moves, and how Wan's new speech-to-video model brings avatars to life. Plus: Adobe Premiere lands on iPhone, Google Flow offers unlimited Veo 3 Fast generations, and why sound remains crucial for selling AI-generated environments.

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Nano Banana (Google's Gemini Flash 2.5) is transforming image generation with capabilities that put it ahead of the competition. In this episode, Joey and Addy explore impressive use cases, best practices, and technical tips for this powerful tool. Plus, we analyze Mickmumpitz's innovative Comfy UI workflow for VFX that seamlessly blends live action with AI generation without green screens. Finally, we examine how AI is reshaping the music industry with synthetic bands, AI K-pop idols, and even record deals for creators with zero musical background.

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Netflix just released their official generative AI rulebook — Addy and Joey unpack the 5 key principles for media production. We also dive into Cosm’s dome screening of The Matrix (what wowed, what didn’t) and a curious case of AI in Hollywood talent negotiations.

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Chinese AI giant Alibaba drops Qwen-Image-Edit, a free open-source model rivaling FLUX Kontext – but what's their long-term strategy? This week we dive into the flood of impressive AI tools coming from China, explore Runway's major platform updates (including Veo 3 integration), and examine and emerging AI audio solutions.

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Quibi's concept returns as MicroCo - Hollywood executives launch a vertical content platform using AI to slash production costs from $60,000 to $1,500 per minute. Plus, we analyze impressive AI VFX demos from Digital Domain's Greg Teegarden and explore how film production is shifting between Texas, Georgia, London, and a resurgent Los Angeles.

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AI tools for film production are advancing rapidly, with multiple new releases this week that could transform creative workflows. Hosts Joey and Addy dive into Nano Banana (a suspected Google image model), several new world models from Tencent and Skywork, FantasyPortrait's multi-character animation capabilities, and updates from SIGGRAPH including Meta's new hyperrealistic VR headset prototype. Plus, practical updates to fal's workflow tools, Autodesk's free Flow Studio tier, and a fun color grading game.

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Freepik CEO Joaquin Cuenca Abela reveals how the platform generates 4 million AI images daily while serving over 100 million users. In this interview with Addy and Joey, Joaquin shares the company's swift pivot to AI in 2022, the strategic move to unlimited image generation, and how they're capturing the professional market from marketers to VFX artists. Plus, insights on AI legal challenges, output moderation, and why Freepik filters which AI models make it to their platform.

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Google DeepMind's Genie 3 stole the show this week with its persistent world generation, outshining OpenAI's underwhelming GPT-5 release. Join Joey and Addy as they break down how Genie 3 creates navigable AI worlds with accurate physics and memory—allowing users to paint a wall, walk away, and return to find their changes intact. Plus: ElevenLabs' music generator, Houdini 21's VFX updates, Lightcraft's new tools for indie filmmakers, and the ongoing ethics debate around Grok Imagine's controversial NSFW capabilities.

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We dive into the Sphere's Wizard of Oz AI controversy, look at Showrunner AI, and explore how filmmakers are effectively combining practical effects with generative tools to create impressive low-budget content.

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Runway Aleph allows you to manipulate your videos using simple text prompts—no more tedious VFX workflows. This week, Addy and Joey break down the wave of new AI tools transforming post-production, including Luma AI's Modify with Instructions feature, Wan 2.2's open-source model, Ideogram's one-shot character generator, Adobe's new Harmonize tool, and more. Plus, we explore what these tools mean for VFX artists, virtual production, and the future of filmmaking workflows.

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Is JSON prompting a useful technique or just influencer trend? In this episode, we examine the heated debate around structured prompts in Veo 3, test the claims ourselves, and share the results. Plus, we dive into Higgsfield Steal's controversial marketing approach and explore AlphaGo, the AI system designed to build other AI models that could accelerate the path to artificial superintelligence.

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Joey and Addy break down different workflow of creating AI-generated films, exploring which tools to use at each stage and how to maintain consistency. They examine text-to-image creation, character development techniques, and how video-to-video models are shifting the entire approach. Plus, practical tips on using Runway References, ChatGPT, Flux Kontext, and more AI tools that are reshaping production pipelines.

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Curious how AI actually turns text into images? In this episode, Addy and Joey break down the inner workings of AI image generation and explore ComfyUI. We'll explain the core concepts of latent space, diffusion models, and how noise becomes a recognizable image. From basic text-to-image workflows to advanced techniques with LoRAs and image-to-image transformations, discover when to use ComfyUI versus web-based tools like Runway or ChatGPT for your creative projects.

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Moonvalley's Marey AI model officially launches with pro-level features for filmmakers, while Luma AI opens a physical space in Hollywood. This week on Denoised, Addy and Joey break down the latest AI tools reshaping media production, including Veo 3's image-to-video capability, Perplexity's agentic browser Comet, and an array of new video generation models.

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Natasha Lyonne is making a $70 million sci-fi epic called "Uncanny Valley" for just $10 million with the help of AI - and it's about to change everything. In this interview, Moonvalley and Asteria co-founder Bryn Mooser reveals why every future movie will have its own custom AI model, how the next Hollywood breakthrough will be financial not creative, and why a $4 million film could make $400 million while creators own it all.

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Bryn Mooser, founder of Asteria and Moonvalley, joins Denoised to discuss Moonvalley's new 'ethical' AI model Marey, adapting current tools for Hollywood, and why studio-quality filmmaking could soon be within reach for indie creators.

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The latest AI tools are transforming content creation at breakneck speed, but which ones actually matter for filmmakers? Join Addy and Joey as they dissect 11 cutting-edge AI developments, from Claude's AI-powered app builder, to Adobe's voice-driven sound effects generator.

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In this episode, hosts Joey and Addy discuss this innovative camera solution for F1 the movie, examine the backlash against MrBeast's AI thumbnail generator tool, and analyze Meta's new AI advertising platform that has creative agencies concerned about their future.

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Adobe launches Indigo, a new computational photography app, Jurassic World shoots on Kodak film, and Joey shares his hands-on experience with Snapchat Spectacles and more at AWE.

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The AI video generation race heats up with Midjourney's new V1 video model despite their ongoing IP lawsuit with Disney and Universal. In this episode, Joey and Addy break down the latest developments in AI creative technology, including Topaz's new Astra cloud-based upscaler, FLUX's Kontext model, and impressive new video models from China including Minimax Hailuo 02 and ByteDance's Seedance. Plus, they discuss how AI character ownership might become the next legal frontier as tools like Arcads AI emerge.

Addy opens up about navigating unemployment after being laid off. In this episode, Addy shares how he leveraged AI tools like ChatGPT for interview prep, research, and ultimately landing a position at Stability AI.

Apple's WWDC left us with more questions than answers about their AI strategy. Let’s unpack the key highlights from the recent WWDC keynote — starting with Apple’s new Liquid Glass UI design. Plus, we explore cutting-edge tech beyond Apple's ecosystem—4D Gaussian splats bringing static images to life, innovative AI memory storage in MP4 files, and a breakthrough in faster image generation models.

Let's break down Unreal Fest, 28 Years Later iPhone rigs, and Natasha Lyonne hitting back at the AI criticism.

Let's talk about what we saw at Hollywood's premier AI in media conference. We'll unpack how the industry is dividing into 2 camps: AI that enhances existing workflows versus fully synthetic generation. Plus SAG-approved AI films, the blurring line between real and AI-generated content, and the debate whether these tools will help creators do more or simply replace jobs.

AI is bringing legendary actors back to life - but is SAG-AFTRA on board? In this episode of Denoised, Joey and Addy dive into the controversy surrounding Fortnite's AI Darth Vader and how Orson Welles has returned nearly 40 years after his death. Plus, IMAX makes a surprising comeback with theaters installing 70mm film projectors again, upcoming major films shot on VistaVision, and AI tools you might have missed, including Manus AI's powerful new image generation capabilities.

Google's Veo 3 and Flow, Darren Aronofsky's AI film venture 'Primordial Soup,' and what Jony Ive's $6.5 billion move to OpenAI might mean for the future of AI hardware.

Christopher Nolan's upcoming Odyssey film will be shot entirely on IMAX with newly developed cameras, companies are reassessing their AI investments after disappointing returns, and Microsoft Research has created a new AI model that can identify when it might be providing inaccurate information.

Tips for for control over AI outputs, a look at big studio's being built by YouTube creators, and a new type of neural network.

Netflix unveils two major platform changes that could reshape how you discover content. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect Netflix's new ChatGPT-powered search and vertical short clips feed. Plus, they examine Runway's impressive hand-drawn animated pilot and a practical innovation that lets creators control ComfyUI with a gamepad instead of text prompts.

Trump proposes a 100% tariff on film produciton outside of the US, sending shockwaves through Hollywood. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey analyze what this policy could mean for American productions and offer practical alternatives. Plus, we examine ILM's AI demonstrations at a recent TED Talk, discuss LA's efforts to streamline film permitting, and break down Claude's new Integrations feature.

Fox Entertainment quietly approves Runway AI for public-facing deliverables, marking a significant industry shift. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect this major development and what it means for other studios. They explore the actual capabilities of AI in film and TV production today, examining real-world applications and the necessity of custom training foundational models. Plus, they discuss Natasha Lyonne's upcoming AI film directorial debut.

Duolingo's memo announcing an 'AI-first' approach signals a shift away from contractors. In this episode, Addy and Joey analyze what this means for creative professionals, alongside Runway's impressive Gen-4 updates with its new References feature. Plus, we explore how Anthropic's Model Context Protocol is enabling Claude to control professional software like Blender and Resolve, raising questions about the future of creative tools.

The Academy clarifies its stance on generative AI in filmmaking, along with a few other new rules. Then we break down a new AI paper with Test-Time Training and how it generated minute long Tom and Jerry shorts. Then we look at Descript's new 'vibe editing' tool that they teased and what it could mean for video editing.

Netflix's Ted Sarandos reveals his strategy for AI in filmmaking, suggesting a focus on making movies "10% better" rather than just cheaper. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dig into what this means for production costs and Hollywood's future. Plus, surprising findings about audience perception of AI-generated stories, and the deal that gives Ryan Coogler copyright ownership of 'Sinners' after 25 years - a potential shift in studio-filmmaker power dynamics.

Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into RenderCon's standout moments, including OTOY's Star Trek Unification project that digitally recreates Nimoy and Shatner, analyze Higgfield's impressive new AI video generation capabilities with its 49 pre-built camera moves, and examine Vimeo's strategic pivot with their new streaming service that allows creators to launch their own Netflix-style platforms.

The theater experience is making a comeback as film formats return to prominence. In this episode, Joey and Addy dive into Ryan Coogler's innovative approach to shooting 'Sinners' on 70mm film, the surprising success of the Minecraft movie, and the uncertain future of LA's iconic Cinerama Dome. Plus, we analyze James Cameron's candid take on cutting VFX costs with AI tools, and examine Netflix's partnership with OpenAI to improve their search functionality.

Joey breaks down his week at NAB while Addy provides perspective from afar, covering the unexpected surge in VP innovations, practical AI implementations in post-production tools, and notable hardware releases that dominated the show floor.

Film isn't dead — it's finding new life alongside cutting-edge technology. Join Addy and Joey as they explore why major productions like Fallout and Poor Things are combining film with virtual production, the psychological benefits that shooting on celluloid brings to directors, and the surprising technical advantages film offers over digital. Plus, discover how Kodak and Fujifilm took dramatically different paths in the digital age, and why affordable anamorphic lenses are changing the game for indie filmmakers.

Blackmagic leaks a 12K PYXIS camera just before NAB as the industry prepares for a major trade show. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into pre-NAB announcements, examining Strada's peer-to-peer media sharing tool, Adobe's new AI features, and how Gaussian splats are quietly becoming the next significant technology evolution. Plus, they unpack OpenAI's strategic move into open weights and what it means for enterprise AI adoption.

Vertical soap operas are generating $10 million monthly while Hollywood struggles with production slowdowns. Plus, H&M reveals they're creating AI twins of real models (and paying them for each use), and we dive into Anthropic's fascinating research showing Claude's AI doesn't think the way you'd expect - with implications that might put us closer to AGI than previously thought.

We analyze the image generation capabilities of ChatGPT 4o, Reve, and Ideogram 3.0, examining their improved text handling and what it means for creators. Then, we dive into the Studio Ghibli AI controversy, Hollywood's production exodus overseas, and why Rob Lowe is shooting American game shows in Dublin. Plus, Roblox enters the generative 3D space with their new Cube tool, potentially changing how virtual worlds are built at scale.

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Will robots replace camera operators? WPP and Boston Dynamics' humanoid robots are now wielding cinema cameras on set, raising questions about the future of production crews. We analyze the practical applications and limitations of this technology. Plus, we dive into the escalating AI copyright battle between tech giants and Hollywood creators, and explore Stage Precision's impressive new SP Grid tool that's transforming virtual production workflows with its innovative calibration system.

Stability AI brings VFX legend Rob Legato on board as Chief Pipeline Officer while launching a new virtual camera tool, Sony enters the camera tracking market with OCELLUS, and we analyze the downsizing at Panavision and Village Roadshow's bankruptcy filing.

NVIDIA just unveiled its vision for AI's future at GTC, but what does it mean for media professionals?

We break down the key announcements from Jensen Huang's keynote, including AI factories, the new Blackwell chips, and their new project Newton. Plus, we discuss NVIDIA's partnerships with DeepMind, Disney Research, and GM, while analyzing how these massive technological advances might reshape creative workflows.

Google DeepMind's latest humanoid robots are blurring the line between science fiction and reality. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey explore how AI is making robots understand our physical world in real-time, the exploration of 'vibe filmmaking' as a creative approach using generative AI tools, and the alarming free speech battle facing Miami's O Cinema over screening the Oscar-winning documentary 'No Other Land.' From cutting-edge AI to cultural censorship, this episode unpacks what these developments mean for creative professionals.

How a chocolate bar turned MrBeast into a $5 billion business while his YouTube videos actually lose money. Joey and Addy break down the financial strategies driving today's biggest creators, from Emma Chamberlain's coffee empire to Logan Paul's Prime energy drink dominance. We also explore YouTube's upfront events challenging traditional TV ad sales, and examine Netflix's experimental move into podcasting with Kill Tony.

The Oscars signaled a major shift for indie filmmaking this year, with Anora's $6M budget dominating the Academy Awards with only a $6M budget, The Brutalist sweeping up behind with only a $10M budget, and Flow's $3.7M Blender-created animated feature beating out Pixar and Dreamworks.

In this episode of Denoised, we analyze what this means for the future of film production, how small-budget projects are redefining Hollywood, and how AI tools might find a sweet spot to help smaller-budget films punch above their weight. Plus, we examine Manus, the sought-after AI agent causing a stir with its impressive capabilities, and break down Apple's latest Mac Studio update with the M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips.

Is America losing its grip as a film production powerhouse? We break down surprising survey results revealing the top global production hubs - with the U.S. notably absent from the top five.

We also dive into Promise AI's acquisition of Curious Refuge and what truly AI-native production studios might look like compared to traditional VFX pipelines. Plus, discover how a simple $70 RGB color sensor could become an essential problem-solving tool for virtual production sets.

Addy and Joey break down the latest AI tools reshaping creative workflows. From Pika Labs' impressive video manipulation features to Flora's intelligent canvas connecting multiple AI models, they explore how these tools are changing VFX and content creation.

Plus, insights on Midjourney mood boards, Alibaba's open-source video model, and ElevenLabs' new speech-to-text technology. Subscribe for more technical insights on the cutting edge of media production.

Joey and Addy break down three major stories this week: xAI's Grok 3 model emerges as a serious AI contender despite its meme origins, with impressive coding capabilities and real-time data integration via X. RED introduces game-changing Z-mount compatibility, opening up their cameras to Nikon glass and Sony lenses without sacrificing functionality—the first major development since Nikon's acquisition.

Plus, Addy shares exclusive insights from his involvement in the 2025 Sci-Tech Awards, highlighting innovations like fire-resistant gel technology and advanced VFX denoising, before the hosts offer their Oscar predictions for Sunday's ceremony. A fast-paced, no-BS breakdown perfect for filmmakers and tech enthusiasts.

Joey and Addy tackle the breaking news of Technicolor's potential collapse and what it means for the 15,000 employees worldwide at iconic VFX houses like The Mill and MPC. They analyze how the future of VFX might shift toward smaller, specialized teams and discuss DNEG's strategic acquisition of Metaphysic AI. The conversation shifts to the escalating tax incentive battles keeping productions away from L.A., with the U.K. raising its relief to 40% and Netflix investing $1B in Mexico. Plus, they examine several AI products recently laid to rest, including the Humane Ai Pin and Skyglass's virtual production app. A sobering but essential episode on the rapidly evolving state of the film and tech industries.

In this episode of Denoised, Joey shares his first-hand experience at the Hollywood Professional Association (HPA) Tech Retreat, including his participation in a live AI-assisted editing challenge. Joey and Addy break down what makes HPA unique in the M&E space, the innovative AI editing tools Joey tested under pressure, and the cutting-edge tech on display in the Innovation Zone.

Key topics covered:
The unique networking environment at HPA Tech Retreat
Joey's "Live without a Net" AI editing challenge
AI tools tested: Claude, Perplexity, Strada, Eddie AI, ElevenLabs
Innovation Zone highlights: Quickture, Strada's peer-to-peer technology
Virtual production updates from Lightcraft, B&H Studio, and PlatePros

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From Europe to Hollywood: Inside VFX Production with TRIXTER's Christina Caspers
https://youtu.be/hejWSL36btg

AI Filmmaking Hackathon, Reuters' AI Copyright Victory & Stability AI’s Hollywood Move
https://youtu.be/OiHmkUYgNBQ

The Best (and Worst) AI Commercials at the Super Bowl. Plus, Will the Oscars Require AI Disclosure?
https://youtu.be/TSdpEdtHH7A

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

HPA Tech Retreat
https://hpaonline.com/event/2025-hpa-tech-retreat/

Claude
https://www.vp-land.com/p/claude-ai-can-now-control-your-computer

Perplexity AI
https://www.perplexity.ai

Strada
https://www.vp-land.com/p/strada

Eddie AI
https://heyeddie.ai

ElevenLabs
https://ntm.link/elevenlabs

Ideogram
https://www.vp-land.com/p/newsletter-feb-18-9df5

Quickture
https://www.quickture.com

Lightcraft
https://www.vp-land.com/p/lightcraft-at-nab-2024

B&H Studio
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/shared/b2bHub/theStudio.jsp

PlatePros
https://www.vp-land.com/p/plate-pros-at-cinegear

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:38 HPA First Impressions and Conference Structure
05:05 "Live without a Net" AI Editing Challenge
08:02 Live AI Editing Tools and Workflows
09:50 Eddie AI
11:00 Claude AI
13:35 Perplexity AI
16:00 Prompting with AI Tools
20:40 ElevenLabs and Descript
23:35 ChatGPT Deep Research
24:34 AI News Highlights from HPA
25:25 ChatGPT Operator
26:28 Ideogram
28:04 Twelve Labs
30:50 AI Tool Trends Prediction
32:15 Quickture
34:54 Traditional vs. AI Video Editors
36:17 Strada
38:42 Virtual Production at HPA
39:10 PlatePros
40:10 Lightcraft

Join us for an insightful conversation with Christina Caspers, General Manager of TRIXTER, one of Europe's leading VFX companies. Christina shares her unique perspective on industry changes, technological innovation, and the future of visual effects.

In this episode, we explore:
✅ The evolution of virtual production in Europe
✅ How VFX companies are adapting to smaller budgets
✅ The impact of AI and machine learning on VFX workflows
✅ Cultural differences between European and American production
✅ The challenges of being a female leader in tech

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AI Filmmaking Hackathon, Reuters' AI Copyright Victory & Stability AI’s Hollywood Move
https://youtu.be/OiHmkUYgNBQ

The Best (and Worst) AI Commercials at the Super Bowl. Plus, Will the Oscars Require AI Disclosure?
https://youtu.be/TSdpEdtHH7A

The Tech Behind Cosm, ChatGPT Deep Research, and VideoJAM
https://youtu.be/pjGmMxFrEXc

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Christina Caspers
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinacaspers

TRIXTER
https://www.trixter.de

Dark Bay Virtual Production
https://www.dark-bay.com

Netflix Virtual Production Playbook
https://www.vp-land.com/p/netflix-virtual-production-playbook

VES Awards
https://www.vesglobal.org/23rd-awards/

FMX
https://fmx.de/en/home

LEDcave
https://www.ledcave.de

Studio Babelsberg
https://www.studiobabelsberg.com

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:20 Virtual Production at Dark Bay
03:02 Netflix and Virtual Production
06:10 VP in Europe vs. U.S.
07:15 VES Awards
11:10 AI Policies
16:44 Challenges with Limited Budget
21:45 Germany vs. U.S. Electricity Costs
24:26 Challenges in the German Film Industry
27:40 Tax Incentives in L.A.
30:52 Innovation and Change Management
34:35 Working at TRIXTER
40:53 Female Leadership
47:19 The Future of the VFX Industry

In this episode of Denoised, Joey Daoud and Addy Ghani break down an AI-powered hackathon tackling camera control, scene consistency, and AI-generated actors. From real-time cinematography to innovative AI filmmaking tools, we explore the groundbreaking developments that could change Hollywood forever.

Plus, we discuss:
✅ The latest on Thomson Reuters' copyright lawsuit against AI
✅ Stability AI joining the Academy Software Foundation & what it means for the industry

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Rob Legato on AI: "Nothing New" [Virtually Everything!]
https://youtu.be/h_YXyW2MWCE

The Best (and Worst) AI Commercials at the Super Bowl. Plus, Will the Oscars Require AI Disclosure?
https://youtu.be/TSdpEdtHH7A

The Tech Behind Cosm, ChatGPT Deep Research, and VideoJAM
https://youtu.be/pjGmMxFrEXc

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

FBRC.ai
https://www.fbrc.ai

Creative Control: An AI Workflow Hackathon (and the winners!)
https://www.fbrc.ai/creative-control

AI on the Lot
https://www.vp-land.com/p/cinema-synthetica

TwelveLabs AI Hackathon
https://www.vp-land.com/p/twelve-labs-ai-hackathon

Rob Legato
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_YXyW2MWCE

Luma Ray2
https://lumalabs.ai/ray

Playbook
https://www.vp-land.com/p/playbook-3d-precise-camera-control-for-ai-generated-content

Matt Workman
https://www.youtube.com/user/mattworkman

Mod Labs
https://modtechlabs.com

Dylan Ler
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanler/

Comfy UI
https://www.vp-land.com/p/comfy-ai-desktop

Opus
https://youtu.be/gmfFhWGCl8Q

Mickmumpitz
https://www.youtube.com/@mickmumpitz

Thompson Reuters vs. Ross Intelligence AI case
https://www.wired.com/story/thomson-reuters-ai-copyright-lawsuit

Academy Software Foundation
https://www.aswf.io

Raynault VFX
https://raynault.com

Stability AI
https://www.vp-land.com/p/stability-ai-stable-diffusion-3-5

MaterialX
https://materialx.org

OpenColorIO
https://opencolorio.org

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:26 AI Camera Control Hackathon
01:37 Rob Legato
04:57 AI Tools
08:17 Creative AI Camera Control
18:00 Creative AI Scene Control
19:03 Dylan Ler
24:42 Creative AI Actor Control
25:03 What Are LoRas
26:39 Mickmumpitz
32:00 Thomson Reuters vs. Ross AI
39:08 Stability AI Joins ASFW

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Joey Daoud and Addy Ghani discuss all the AI focused Super Bowl commercials, analyzing ads from OpenAI, Google, Meta, GoDaddy, and Salesforce. Plus, will the Oscars require films to disclose AI use in 2026?

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The Tech Behind Cosm, ChatGPT Deep Research, and VideoJAM
https://youtu.be/pjGmMxFrEXc

What could DeepSeek mean for the film industry? Plus, Blackmagic's $7K URSA Cine 12K Camera
https://youtu.be/iQ01M9Uy-bc

The Brutalist AI Controversy Explained
https://youtu.be/kN7cRwuD8DE

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

ChatGPT Super Bowl Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIhb5pEo_j0

GoDaddy Super Bowl Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mc-XvA9sNKU

Google Gemini Super Bowl Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vj_CtEDYZ_I

Meta's Ray-Ban Glasses Super Bowl Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cqwXxUo_q8

Salesforce Super Bowl Ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZqmBcqDkyw

The Academy Is Considering New Oscar Submission Rules That Would Require Films To Disclose Any Use of AI Following ‘The Brutalist’ and ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversies
https://fictionhorizon.com/the-academy-is-considering-new-oscar-submission-rules-that-would-require-films-to-disclose-any-use-of-ai-following-the-brutalist-and-emilia-perez-controversies/

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:32 Super Bowl AI Commercials
03:07 OpenAI ChatGPT Ad
08:13 Google Gemini AI Ad
14:18 Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Ad
16:07 GoDaddy Airo Ad
17:46 Salesforce AI Agent Ad
23:30 AI's Presence in Super Bowl Ads
24:39 AI in Movies and Music
30:11 DeepSeek and AI Model Training
33:24 Proposed Oscar AI Rules
39:35 AI and Animation

Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud delve into the tech behind Cosm, an immersive sports venue designed to enhance sports viewing experience. They also explore OpenAI's new ChatGPT features, Operator and Deep Research, and discuss VideoJAM, a new model enhancing realistic physics in video outputs.

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I used ChatGPT Operator as a film production assistant
https://youtu.be/O4GpcvGnz2Q

What could DeepSeek mean for the film industry? Plus, Blackmagic's $7K URSA Cine 12K Camera
https://youtu.be/iQ01M9Uy-bc

The Brutalist AI Controversy Explained
https://youtu.be/kN7cRwuD8DE

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Cosm
https://www.cosm.com

Inside Cosm: The Super Bowl of Sports Bars
https://www.vp-land.com/p/inside-cosm-the-super-bowl-of-sports-bars

RED V-RAPTOR
https://www.red.com/v-raptor

The Switch
https://www.theswitch.tv/delivery-services/transmission/

Sphere
https://www.thesphere.com

The Tech & Numbers Inside the MSG Sphere
https://www.vp-land.com/p/msg-sphere

Operator
https://openai.com/index/introducing-operator

Testing ChatGPT Operator for Film Production Tasks
https://www.vp-land.com/p/testing-chatgpt-operator-for-film-production-tasks

Deep Research
https://openai.com/index/introducing-deep-research/

VideoJAM
https://www.videojamai.com

VideoJAM: Better AI Video Motion with "Inner-Guidance"
https://www.vp-land.com/p/videojam-better-ai-video-motion-with-inner-guidance

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:20 Cosm
01:59 C360 Camera System
05:58 RED 8K RAW
03:26 CosmX
07:09 Broadcasting Solutions
09:20 Dark Fiber
10:05 LED Panels
14:10 Short Films
15:00 Cosm vs. Sphere
17:35 Virtual Reality Without a Headset
20:34 ChatGPT Operator
21:30 Basic Tasks
25:41 Reserve Rental Locations
28:11 Challenges with Food Orders
32:45 Addy's AI Predictions
36:07 ChatGPT Deep Research
41:22 Future of AI in Education
44:58 VideoJAM Paper

Joey and Addy explore the latest developments on DeepSeek AI and discuss what it could mean for the media and entertainment industry. They also dive into Blackmagic’s new URSA Cine 12K, its lower-cost body-only package, its new RGBW sensor, and how it competes in Hollywood’s evolving production landscape. Plus, AI and copyright clarifications.

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How the URSA Cine 12K uses AI to get metadata from ANY lens [NAB 2024]
https://youtu.be/wLmD4ZmJHdE

The Brutalist AI Controversy Explained
https://youtu.be/otRBw0o7QlI

AI and Virtual Production: The Future of Filmmaking with Disguise's Addy Ghani
https://youtu.be/mMLMhUFJH2U

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Connect with Addy @ LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/addyghani

DeepSeek & Janus-Pro Image Model
https://www.vp-land.com/p/deepseek-also-has-an-image-model

DeepSeek-R1
https://api-docs.deepseek.com/news/news250120

Runway Partners with Lionsgate
https://runwayml.com/news/runway-partners-with-lionsgate

US Probing If DeepSeek Got Nvidia Chips From Firms in Singapore
https://archive.md/VH5Ps

Janus-Pro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNg-MVUN_FQ

Hunyuan Video
https://hunyuanvideoai.com

KLING AI
https://www.klingai.com

Flux AI
https://flux-ai.io

The BIGGEST thing since BAYER - Blackmagic's EXTRAORDINARY new RGBW Sensor - URSA CINE 12k LF Review by @team2films
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-o-YYZE3D0

Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K
https://www.vp-land.com/p/blackmagic-design-at-nab-2024

Blackmagic Unveils Customizable URSA Cine 12K Body for $6,995
https://www.vp-land.com/p/blackmagic-unveils-customizable-ursa-cine-12k-body-for-6-995

US Copyright on AI: If it's a Tool, it's Cool
https://www.vp-land.com/p/us-copyright-on-ai

Ross Video
https://www.rossvideo.com

Grass Valley
https://www.grassvalley.com

AJA Video Systems
https://www.aja.com

Sony VENICE
https://pro.sony/ue_US/products/digital-cinema-cameras/venice

RED KOMODO
https://www.red.com/komodo

Sony BURANO
https://sonycine.com/burano/

Sony CineAlta
https://pro.sony/en_AO/products/digital-cinema-cameras/broadcast-emotion-every-frame-digital-cinematography-cameras

ROE Visual
https://www.roevisual.com

Absen
https://www.absen.com

AOTO
https://www.aoto.com

Sony FX3
https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/cinema-line-cameras/all-cinema-line-cameras/p/ilmefx3

DJI Ronin 4D
https://www.dji.com/global/ronin-4d

ElevenLabs
https://ntm.link/elevenlabs

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:32 DeepSeek Overview
02:46 ChatGPT 4 vs. DeepSeek-R1
04:55 DeepSeek Impact on Entertainment Companies
07:45 Janus Pro
09:45 China AGI vs. U.S. AGI
11:00 Chinese Video Generation Models
14:05 Blackmagic URSA 12K $7K Kit
17:10 Blackmagic vs. Other Broadcast Video Systems
23:15 Blackmagic's RGBW Sensor vs. Debayering
28:45 Team 2 Films on Blackmagic's RGBW sensor
32:01 Blackmagic Ecosystem and Workflow
34:00 Hollywood's Use of Different Cameras
37:59 Media Cards and 5G
41:20 Virtual Production and High-End Cameras
44:48 AI and Copyright Clarifications
53:30 Respeecher Correction
54:50 Netflix Eyeline Research's Go-with-the-Flow Model

Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud break down The Brutalist's AI debate over using Respeecher and Midjourney, explore virtual production innovations at CES, and share firsthand experiences of LA's recent wildfires.

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AI and Virtual Production: The Future of Filmmaking with Disguise's Addy Ghani
https://youtu.be/mMLMhUFJH2U

Neural Lab AirTouch: Use Apple Vision Pro Gestures on ANY Device
https://youtu.be/30zzXVdFmYc

Disguise Studio Pro: Portable Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/nUAFgPvwDIk

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Connect with Addy @ LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/addyghani

GoFundMe: Help Ramiro Rebuild After Losing His Home in the Eaton Fire
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ramiro-rebuild-after-losing-his-home-in-eaton-fire

GoFundMe: Ben and Kirby lost everything in the Eaton Fire
https://www.gofundme.com/f/ben-and-kirby-lost-everything-in-the-eaton-fire

Why epic period drama movie The Brutalist was shot on VistaVision
https://www.redsharknews.com/why-epic-period-drama-movie-the-brutalist-was-shot-on-vistavision

The Brutalist and the ongoing debate about the role of AI in the movies
https://www.redsharknews.com/the-brutalist-and-the-ongoing-debate-about-the-role-of-ai-in-the-movies

‘The Brutalist’ Director Brady Corbet Responds to AI Backlash
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/the-brutalist-ai-backlash-adrien-brody-1236113015/

Kino Flo
https://kinoflo.com

Midjourney
https://www.midjourney.com

Respeecher
https://www.respeecher.com

Pro Tools
https://www.avid.com/pro-tools

CES 2025
https://www.ces.tech

Neural Lab
https://neural-lab.com

Pixomondo PXO AKIRA
https://www.pxoakira.com

Blackmagic Design
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com

NVIDIA CES Keynote
https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/events/ces

Disguise Studio Pro
https://www.disguise.one/en/products/studio-pro

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⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:57 Addy's Background
01:49 LA Wildfire Experience
03:25 Hurricane vs Wildfire Impact
04:43 Evacuation Challenges
06:09 Social Media During Fires
07:51 AI Generated Disaster Images
10:47 Fire Impact on Industry
13:18 Support for Victims
16:16 The Brutalist AI Controversy
17:22 Respeecher Usage Explained
19:24 AI Controversy Discussion
24:26 Craftsmanship in Post-Production
27:28 VistaVision Technology
30:13 AI in Concept Art
34:33 CES 2025
36:33 Trade Show Evolution
38:37 Navigating CES Layout
40:59 NVIDIA's Keynote
43:28 PXO AKIRA
46:01 Vehicle Simulation Tech
48:17 Disguise Studio Pro
50:11 CES vs NAB Discussion
52:08 Closing and Subscriber Update

Dive into the future of virtual production with Tim Moore, CEO of Vū. Discover the trends he's seen in smaller stages, AI adoption (and looming crash), and the democratization of filmmaking in this insightful interview.

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Leveraging AI as a Tool for Better Storytelling with Phil Galler
https://youtu.be/q4ej4UQfT9Y

Vū's Tim Moore on The State of Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/N332flxz3ng

Inside The Garage: High-Speed Cinematography Meets Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/iLqnQq6fpHM

Connect with Tim and Vu Technologies:
Vū Technologies - https://www.vu.network
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vu-network
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@vu.network
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vu.network
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vu.network
X/Twitter - https://x.com/vu_studio
Tim @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tampatim

Tim Moore is a three-time Emmy award-winning director and founder of Diamond View, a creative video agency headquartered in Florida. In 2021, Tim co-founded Vū Technologies, a technology provider for the virtual production industry and North America’s fastest growing Network of Virtual Studios. Over the past 15 years, Tim has been an advocate for the positive effects media can play on culture and he authored the book "Sold On Purpose," in 2019, which is a comprehensive guide to purpose-driven marketing.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Vū - State of Virtual Production
https://www.vu.network/state-of-virtual-production

Vū - Virtual Studio
https://www.vu.network/virtual-studio

Vū - Virtually Everything
https://www.virtuallyeverything.live/summit

Luma AI
https://www.youtube.com/@lumalabsai

Volinga
https://www.youtube.com/@Volinga

KIRI Engine
https://www.youtube.com/@KIRI_Engine_App

Topaz Labs
https://www.youtube.com/@topazlabs

CNBC
https://www.youtube.com/@CNBC

Disguise
https://www.youtube.com/@disguise_one

ARwall
https://www.youtube.com/@ARwall

TODAY
https://www.youtube.com/@TODAY

Pika Labs
https://www.youtube.com/@Pika_Labs

With AI, Anyone Can Be a Coder Now | Thomas Dohmke | TED
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv9WwHpOKEg

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0:00 Introduction
1:38 Smaller Stages Trend
3:15 Generative AI in Production
5:42 Corporate & Education Adoption
7:32 AI Market Shakeup Prediction
9:18 Future of Human-Computer Interaction
11:45 LED Walls Cost Efficiency
14:02 Image-Based Lighting Trends
16:28 AI-Generated Characters
19:05 Personalized AI Content
21:32 Simplifying Virtual Production
23:58 Natural Language in Editing
26:15 Human Interface Concept
28:42 AI Energy Consumption
30:55 Future of Media & Entertainment

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Dive into the world of high-speed cinematography and virtual production with Steve Giralt, founder of The Garage. Learn how robotics, custom rigs, and LED walls are reinventing food and beverage commercials.

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From Optical Compositing to Virtual Production: Jim Rider's VFX Journey
https://youtu.be/g2QBEJUw754

Breaking Things to Learn: Inside RIT's VP Research & Education
https://youtu.be/wgFomkIYRnY

From The Mandalorian to Pinocchio: Halon Entertainment's Insights in Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/OwwBMW6zbgg

Connect with Steve:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegiralt
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SteveGiraltGarage
Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/stevegiralt
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/visualengineersteve
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevegiralt
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stevegiralt6

Connect with The Garage:
The Garage - https://www.the-garage.tv
The Garage Moco - https://thegaragemotioncontrol.com
The Garage Learning - https://www.youtube.com/@TheGarageLearning
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-garage1
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_garage.tv
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheGarageLearning

Steve Giralt is a Director, DP, Photographer, and the creative force behind The Garage. He is driven by a perpetual quest for knowledge fuelled by an unquenchable thirst for visual innovation and creative exploration.

Steve's visionary approach to image-making is a symphony of leveraging cutting-edge tools and boundless imagination. From motion control robotics to Phantom slow-motion cameras, his repertoire is as diverse as it is revolutionary. At the heart of his work lies a commitment to storytelling, weaving narratives that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

The Garage
https://www.the-garage.tv

The Garage Moco
https://thegaragemotioncontrol.com

Steve Giralt @ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@SteveGiraltGarage

Steve Giralt @ Vimeo
https://vimeo.com/stevegiralt

Vision Research Inc.
https://www.phantomhighspeed.com

Kino Flo Lighting Systems
https://www.youtube.com/@KinoFloLightingSystems

B&H Photo Video Pro Audio
https://www.youtube.com/@BandH

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0:00 Introduction to The Garage
3:03 Steve's Background
5:40 Skills for High-Speed Cinematography
8:09 Planning High-Speed Shots
11:30 Technology Advancements
15:48 Virtual Production in Food Commercials
21:17 Phantom Track Technology
26:13 AI in Commercial Production
30:03 Behind the Meatball Shot
51:45 Craziest Rigs and Projects
55:31 Closing and Contact Info

Jim Rider shares his VFX journey from shooting miniatures to virtual production, offering insights into the evolution of visual effects in filmmaking. Discover the cutting-edge VP setup at Pier59 Studios and learn about the challenges and opportunities in modern filmmaking.

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Final Pixel: How this virtual production studio lives up to its name
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0M0WVPv8w4

From The Mandalorian to Pinocchio: Halon Entertainment's Insights in Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/OwwBMW6zbgg

Breaking Things to Learn: Inside RIT's VP Research & Education
https://youtu.be/wgFomkIYRnY

Connect with Jim Rider and Pier59:
Pier59 Studios - https://www.pier59studios.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/pier59studios
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pier59studio
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pier59studios
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@pier59studios46
Jim @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-rider-6916771

Jim Rider is a Visual Effects Supervisor and Virtual Production Supervisor with over 25 years of experience in film and television. After beginning his career shooting models & miniatures, Jim transitioned to compositing, working as an artist and then VFX supervisor at facilities such as Method Studios, Gravity and The Mill. As an independent Visual Effects Supervisor, some of Jim’s recent clients include HBO and Apple Studios. Some of Jim’s credits include: Titanic, Star Trek (TV series), Requiem for a Dream, Angels in America, Evan Almighty, The Adjustment Bureau, Tower Heist, Non Stop, Foxcatcher, Run All Night, Vinyl, The Deuce, and The Plot Against America.

Seeing ICVFX as the perfect fusion of his VFX skills and years of on-set experience, since 2020 Jim has veered the ship of his career firmly toward virtual production, having worked as Virtual Production Supervisor at Final Pixel and now at the new Pier 59 Studios volume in Manhattan. Truly exciting times.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Pier59 Studios
https://www.pier59studios.com

FinalPixel
https://www.youtube.com/@_finalpixel

Mark Roberts Motion Control Ltd
https://www.youtube.com/@mrmoco1

Pacific Motion Control
https://www.youtube.com/@PacificMotionControl

HTC VIVE
https://www.youtube.com/@HTCVive

Quasar Science
https://www.youtube.com/@QuasarScience

Kino Flo Lighting Systems
https://www.youtube.com/@KinoFloLightingSystems

Rosco Laboratories Inc
https://www.youtube.com/@rosco_labs

Perforce
https://www.youtube.com/@PerforceSoftware

stYpe
https://www.youtube.com/@stYpeTV

Marwan Rassi / RETracker Bliss
https://www.youtube.com/@adorablemarwan

WWE
https://www.youtube.com/@WWE

Disguise
https://www.youtube.com/@disguise_one

Cuebric
https://www.youtube.com/@CuebricOfficial

The Garage / Steve Giralt
https://www.the-garage.tv

Fandom
https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Image_G

Xite Labs
https://xitelabs.com/portfolio/agt/

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00:00 Intro
01:58 Jim's VFX Background
07:17 Transition to Virtual Production
11:26 Pier59 Studios Setup
21:44 Camera Tracking Systems
30:31 Pier59 Hardware Setup
36:31 Unreal Scene Optimization
48:23 WWE Promo Breakdown
55:58 Gaussian Splats and AI in VP

In this episode, we dive into the world of virtual production with Meredith Brace Sloss and Jess Marley from Halon Entertainment. They share insights from their work on The Mandalorian, Pinocchio, and other groundbreaking projects

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Breaking Things to Learn: Inside RIT's VP Research & Education
https://youtu.be/wgFomkIYRnY

This indie sci-fi film used miniatures
https://youtu.be/n9FnPxlra-I

This music video tested out every new piece of filmmaking gear
https://youtu.be/vFFqiyU2wUY

Connect with Meredith and Jess @ Halon:
Website - https://halon.com
Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/halon
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HalonEntertainment
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/halon-entertainment
Meredith @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithbracesloss
Jess @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-marley-823a5711

Meredith Brace Sloss is a Project Manager for the Virtual Art Department at Halon Entertainment. Prior to joining Halon, Meredith has worked for companies such as Netflix, ABC Network, and the British Film Commission. Most recently she was with Lucasfilm, where she worked on Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Book of Boba Fett, as well as the upcoming season of The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. At Halon, Meredith works primarily with the Photogrammetry team and internal projects.

Jess joined Halon as a Previs artist working on titles such as Ride Along 2, War for the Planet of the Apes, Pacific Rim: Uprising, Logan, and The Call of the Wild before taking on a more specialized role as a Supervisor in Halon’s Virtual Art Department. He has worked on titles such as Red Notice, The Batman, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, and a host of blockbuster level films currently in production.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Halon Entertainment @ Vimeo
https://vimeo.com/halon

Lux Machina Consulting
https://www.luxmc.com

Sweetwater NEP Live Events
https://www.nepsweetwater.com

Star Wars @ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@StarWars

Industrial Light & Magic
https://www.youtube.com/@ILMVFX

KitBash3D
https://www.youtube.com/kitbash3d

Walt Disney Studios
https://www.youtube.com/@DisneyMovieTrailers

Netflix
https://www.youtube.com/@Netflix

Screen Rant
https://www.youtube.com/@ScreenRant

RIT Magic Center
https://www.youtube.com/@ritmagiccenter

Seymour Marine Discovery Center
https://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

CaseyNeistat
https://www.youtube.com/@casey

Bad Decisions Studio
https://www.youtube.com/@badxstudio

Apple
https://www.youtube.com/@Apple

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00:00 Intro
01:45 Meredith's Background
02:47 Jess' Background
04:15 Halon's Services
05:29 Ideal Virtual Production Process
08:11 When Virtual Production Makes Sense
10:54 Contemporary Uses of Virtual Production
13:30 Making Hard Shots Easy
15:16 The Mandalorian and Lucasfilm
21:06 Virtual Scouting Process
25:08 Baking and Lighting Virtual Sets
27:22 Photogrammetry for The Sphere
34:52 New Technologies in Photogrammetry
37:36 Budget Considerations for Virtual Production
40:49 Advice for Aspiring Virtual Production Artists
50:51 Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro

In this episode of VP Land, Aaron Gordon from Synapse VP and David Long from RIT dive into the current state and future of virtual production. Learn about the challenges of LED stage design, how they're teaching virtual production, and how emerging tech like AI will impact filmmaking.

RIT | Certified
Get Certified in Virtual Production
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This indie sci-fi film used miniatures
https://youtu.be/n9FnPxlra-I

Inside the ZEISS CinCraft Scenario & Nano Primes
https://youtu.be/4nnkkR34WwY

This music video tested out every new piece of filmmaking gear
https://youtu.be/vFFqiyU2wUY

Connect with David @ RIT:
Website - https://www.rit.edu/magic
Twitter - https://twitter.com/RITMAGIC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ritmagiccenter
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ritmagic
David @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidllong

Connect with Aaron @ Synapse VP:
Website - https://www.synapsevp.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/synapse-vp
David @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-gordon-os

David Long is Director of the RIT Center for Media, Arts, Games, Interaction & Creativity (MAGIC) and MAGIC Spell Studios. David joined the faculty of the School of Film and Animation at Rochester Institute of Technology in 2007, where he also serves as an Associate Professor for the motion picture science program. His research interests at RIT include engineering multispectral video capture and display systems, studying variability in human color vision for artistic applications, and modeling sensory perception of motion media.

Aaron Gordon is the founder and CEO of the forward-looking technology innovation firm, Optic Sky Productions. Aaron built a global team of award-winning directors, digital artists, storytellers, producers, and creative technologists that has reaped double & triple-digit growth each year. He has also dedicated much of his focus into education and helped nurture the next generation of filmmakers by positioning them in the bleeding edge technologies our industry is undoubtedly moving toward.

Toward that end, Optic Sky partnered with Rochester Institute of Technology to create one of the first Virtual Production curriculums in the country.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

RIT MAGIC Center
https://www.rit.edu/magic/

Synapse VP
https://www.synapsevp.com/

RIT MAGIC Spell Studios
https://vimeo.com/user172407267

College of Art and Design at RIT
https://www.youtube.com/@CollegeofArtandDesignatRIT

Visit vp-land.com for the complete show notes.

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00:00 Intro
01:48 David Long's backstory and RIT
06:25 Aaron Gordon's backstory
09:07 Designing RIT's VP curriculum
12:35 The Synapse VP stage
17:59 Transferable skills in VP
19:07 RIT's immersion course and curriculum
24:46 Technical skills for cinematographers
28:38 Scanning and photogrammetry
31:25 Color challenges in VP
36:12 AR/VR in virtual production
41:20 Photogrammetry, NeRF, and 3D scanning
58:35 AI in virtual production
01:05:25 Outro

In this episode of VP Land, we dive into the world of sci-fi and indie production with Steve Dabal, co-founder of the production house The Family. Steve shares his experience working on the indie sci-fi rom-com, Molli and Max in the Future, and how the filmmakers overcame budget constraints with creative solutions.

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Inside the ZEISS CinCraft Scenario & Nano Primes
https://youtu.be/4nnkkR34WwY

This music video tested out every new piece of filmmaking gear
https://youtu.be/vFFqiyU2wUY

The CPU Powering The Creator, Pixar, and Virtual Production [AMD's James Knight]
https://youtu.be/F-4bJaOaYlc

Connect with Steve @ The Family:
Website - https://www.stevedabal.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevewithav
Twitter - https://twitter.com/SteveDabal
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedabal
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stevedabal
Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/dabal
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4288461

The Family
Website - https://thefamily.tv
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefamilybts
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@the_family
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/family

Molli and Max in the Future
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/molliandmax/

Steve is an independent film director with a background in visual effects, working with brands (Google, Adidas, Paypal, NFL, etc.) and artists (Joey Bada$$, T-Pain, Scarlett Johansson, Oliver Tree, etc.)

As the co-founder and creative director of the Family in New York City, he has grown a small art collective into a full service production house creating digital and physical artworks. It is proudly artist owned and operated.

His work has been recognized at festivals around the world (SXSW, Coachella, Lollapalooza, Clusterfest, New York Film Festival) and he has spoken about using technology for storytelling at SIGGRAPH, Infocomm, Dior, SVA, Villa Albertine, etc.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

BTS - Molli and Max in The Future
https://www.instagram.com/molliandmax/

Molli and Max in The Future Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhFmVkgxveA

Oculus Rift Development Kit 2 Hands-on
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzJUcdYQBj8

Tilt Brush: Painting from a new perspective
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TckqNdrdbgk

CNN Tech For Good BRAVEMIND PTSD VR Exposure Therapy 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ymmQ1kdZw&t=2s

3D virtual reality device for stroke rehabilitation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPcpn665O_s

Hello Apple Vision Pro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY4x85zqoJM&t=1s

A Guided Tour of Apple Vision Pro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vb0dG-2huJE&t=203s

Cuebric
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK6HndLX7wg

The Blackmagic Camera App Tutorial - iPhone Filmmaking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9nf7oE75TM

stYpe RedSpy
https://stype.tv

Disguise
https://www.disguise.one/en/solutions/virtual-production

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00:00 Intro
01:45 Steve Dabal's Background and The Family
03:42 How Molli and Max in the Future Started
07:10 VR and Storytelling Research
10:45 Learnings from Early VR Experiments
13:20 About Molli and Max in the Future
15:00 Prep and Production Process Timeline
21:00 Generating Plates and 3D Models
26:32 Color LUT Process for Backgrounds
28:28 Stage Hardware and Tracking
32:15 Tips for Indie Virtual Production
37:30 How Molli and Max Would Differ Today
39:53 Photogrammetry and NeRFs
43:08 Mobile Virtual Production Projects
48:55 AI as an Alternative to Virt

In this episode of VP Land, we dive into the ZEISS CinCraft Scenario with Nick Hayes and Tanner Grimshaw, a powerful camera tracking system for virtual production.

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How GhostFrame is Creating Multiple Realities Simultaneously for Virtual Production
https://youtu.be/hDCHxS8pl1M

This music video tested out every new piece of filmmaking gear
https://youtu.be/vFFqiyU2wUY

The CPU Powering The Creator, Pixar, and Virtual Production [AMD's James Knight]
https://youtu.be/F-4bJaOaYlc

Connect with Tanner and Nick @ ZEISS:

ZEISS Cinematography - https://www.zeiss.com/cine
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ZEISSCinematography
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ZEISSCinematography
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zeisscinematography
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/zeiss-cinematography

Tanner @ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanner-grimshaw
Nick @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-hayes-7130b084

Tanner Grimshaw is a seasoned industry professional with over a decade of experience in the film & broadcast industry. Possessing a robust technical background and adept skill for troubleshooting, Tanner has supported a wide range of customers such as Netflix, Amazon Studios, NASA, Ross Video, Brainstorm, and numerous others.

Nick Hayes is an experienced sales professional in the Film, Television, and Broadcast industry. For the past 16 years, Nick has been employed by such technology leaders as: FOX Sports Network, RED Digital Cinema, Angenieux, Teradek, SmallHD, Wooden Camera, Ncam Technologies, and ZEISS Cinema. Nick has also worked 3 years as a Digital Media associate faculty member for Mt San Jacinto Community College and has an intimate knowledge of video production technology for cinema, broadcast, virtual production, and live event applications.

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

ZEISS Cinematography
https://www.zeiss.com/cine

ZEISS CinCraft Scenario
https://cincraft.zeiss.com

ZEISS Nano Prime Lenses
https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/nano-prime-lenses.html

ZEISS CP.3 Lenses
https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/compact-prime-cp-3-lenses.html

ZEISS Supreme Prime Lenses
https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/supreme-prime-lenses.html

ZEISS Supreme Prime Radiance Lenses
https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/supreme-prime-radiance-lenses.html

ZEISS Cinema Showroom
https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/us/home/local/cinematography/cinema-showroom.html

ZEISS Nano Primes Review
https://www.cined.com/zeiss-nano-primes-review-supreme-look-for-the-rest-of-us/

Artificial Intelligence: Job killer or job creator?
https://youtu.be/I3lo1UmM4Dw

How AI Took Center Stage In The Hollywood Writers' Strike
https://youtu.be/eK9QWB1OOro

RED Digital Cinema
https://www.red.com

Ncam
https://www.ncam-tech.com

GhostFrame
https://youtu.be/hDCHxS8pl1M

ARRI
https://www.arri.com

Teradek
https://teradek.com

Intel RealSense
https://www.intelrealsense.com

NAB 2024
https://nabshow.com/2024

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00:00 Intro
01:58 Tanner's Background
03:07 ZEISS Acquisition of Ncam
03:48 Nick's Background
05:58 ZEISS CinCraft Scenario
10:46 Tracking with Digital Markers
12:33 Choosing the Best Tracking Method
18:10 Lens Integration & Calibration
22:57 The Camera Bar Placement & Offset
34:00 Choosing the Right Lens - Nano Prime/CP.3/Supreme/Radiance
38:57 AI in the Film Ind

In this episode, we dive deep into the making of Project Chimera with Snehal Patel, a music video project that blends classical Indian dance with high-tech filmmaking.

We dive into:
‣ Working backward to figure out when virtual production is the right approach...and when it isn't
‣ Snehal's approach to integrating AI in storyboarding and 3D element generation for a futuristic cyberpunk Mumbai (and when AI didn't work out so well)
‣ The limitations and breakthroughs encountered during the film's production, like speeding up lens calibration to get over 100 setups in 2 days
‣ Using Kino Flo MIMIK lights, SISU camera robot, and more

And a whole lot more!

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📺 MORE VP LAND EPISODES

The CPU Powering The Creator, Pixar, and Virtual Production [AMD's James Knight]
https://youtu.be/F-4bJaOaYlc

Fully Remote: Exploring PostHero's Blackmagic Cloud Editing Workflow
https://youtu.be/L0S9sewH61E

Imaginario: Using AI to speed up video search and editing
https://youtu.be/4WOb5Y1Qcp0

Connect with Snehal and Project Chimera:

Project Chimera - https://www.fearlessproductions.tv/project-chimera
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@fearlessproductionstv
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fearlessproductions.tv
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fearlessproductions.tv
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fearlessproductions.tv
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/fearless-productions

Snehal @ Twitter - https://twitter.com/snehalmp
Snehal @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/snehalmp

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Music Video: Janaka Selekta - Piya (DnB Remix) ft. Alam Khan, Shrii, Sheela Bringi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxN3xrGlAnc

Check out vp-land.com for all the show notes for this episode.

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⏱ CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro
01:39 What is Project Chimera
02:56 Virtual production and AI in Project Chimera
04:10 The importance of planning and preparation
05:15 Collaborations and partnerships
07:02 Lighting in virtual production with Kino Flo MIMIK lights
09:31 Role of AI in Pre-production
10:00 ShotDeck
11:00 Concept and storyline of the video
13:20 Calibrating lenses and lens tracking with Fujinon Premista Zooms
15:15 Staging and lighting
17:15 Camera works with stYpe using Premista Zooms and RED Komodo
19:30 Lens calibration process with ZEISS and Ncam
21:15 Learning the principles of virtual production
24:25 Utilizing AI for mood boarding and world building
28:00 Collaborating with storyboard artists to create detailed storyboards
30:48 The Challenges of creating 3D environments
33:45 The Use of AI in meetings and communication with Fathom
35:15 Reflections on AI's Impact on filmmaking
36:40 Introduction and challenges with 3D scanning processes
37:30 Exploring scanning processes and technologies with DNE and Dengenuity Labs
39:55 16 Komodo Cameras in the shoot
42:38 Volumetric 3D in the Shoot
44:00 Utilizing the SISU Cinema Robot
47:18 Post-production process with AI
52:50 Reflections on the budget and cost-saving measures
58:02 Final thoughts and acknowledgements
59:48 The potential for future cost reductions
01:04:38 Outro

James Knight, AMD's Global Director of Media and Entertainment, shares some behind-the-scenes insight into his vast history of working on some of the biggest films in Hollywood, from the original Avatar to Gareth Edwards' The Creator to Pixar's Elemental.

We also dive into:

‣ How AMD works with filmmakers and studios to push filmmaking technology forward
‣ Why virtual production is not just about GPUs
‣ Where AI tools fit into creative workflows

And a whole lot more!

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📺 MORE VP LAND EPISODES

Inside Coffeezilla's '$10,000,000' Virtual Production Studio
https://youtu.be/FjAkmqJCbJY

Fully Remote: Exploring PostHero's Blackmagic Cloud Editing Workflow
https://youtu.be/L0S9sewH61E

Imaginario: Using AI to speed up video search and editing
https://youtu.be/4WOb5Y1Qcp0

Connect with James and AMD:

AMD - https://www.amd.com
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@amd
Twitter/X - https://twitter.com/AMD
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amd
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AMD
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@amd
James @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-9a576
James @ IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2595922

James Knight is the Global Director of Media and Entertainment at AMD (Advanced Micro Devices). He leads a team that supervises alliances with Visual Effects, virtual production, video streaming, and post-production computing applications. Knight and his group also work directly with the world's most prominent studios, media brands, and sports and entertainment platforms. Knight's work spans over two decades in production, post-production, visual effects, and virtual production. He is a member of the Visual Effects Society (VES), a the British Academy of Los Angeles (BAFTA) where he served on the board from 2010-2016, and the Oscars/Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).

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📝 SHOW NOTES & SOURCES

Check out vp-land.com for all the show notes for this episode.

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
01:30 James Knight's Journey in Filmmaking
03:45 The Impact of Avatar on Virtual Production
07:40 The Virtual Production Umbrella
12:25 Flipping Post-Production and Previs
17:19 Evolution of Virtual Production
21:52 Technical Aspects of Virtual Production
25:00 CPU and GPU Working in Tandem
31:24 AMD's Role in The Creator
35:06 The Impact of AI on Film Production
40:01 AMD's Collaboration with Pixar for Elemental
48:12 The Role of AMD in Camera Technology
52:46 James' Thoughts on Approaching AI
53:45 Outro

In this wide-ranging conversation with Michael Cioni, CEO of Strada, we talk about the future of media workflows, how AI will help us work faster, and why he decided to build his company in public.

📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER
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https://ntm.link/vp_land

Connect with Michael & Strada:
Strada - https://strada.tech
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Strada-Tech
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strada.tech
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/strada-tech
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@strada.tech
Michael @ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcioni/

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📺 WATCH MORE VP LAND EPISODES

Inside Coffeezilla's '$10,000,000' Virtual Production Studio
https://youtu.be/FjAkmqJCbJY

Imaginario: Using AI to speed up video search and editing
https://youtu.be/4WOb5Y1Qcp0

Fully Remote: Exploring PostHero's Blackmagic Cloud Editing Workflow
https://youtu.be/L0S9sewH61E

🎧 LISTEN IN YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP
Apple Podcast: https://ntm.link/vs-apple
Spotify: https://ntm.link/vs-spotify
Overcast: https://ntm.link/vp-overcast

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📝 SHOW NOTES

Will we be filming less in a world with AI? A chat with Frame.io's Michael Cioni [NAB 2023]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjM1HO3Xghg

REDucation
https://www.red.com/reducation

Light Iron: A Panavision Company
https://www.panavision.com/post-production

HuggingFace
https://huggingface.co

Y Combinator
https://www.ycombinator.com

Remini
https://remini.ai

Evoto
https://www.evoto.ai

eMastered
https://emastered.com

RODE Mics
https://rode.com/en/microphones

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction
01:40 Gen AI vs. UtilityAI
02:25 Overview of Strada
03:15 Four Ts of Strada (Transfer, Transcode, Transcribe, Tanalyze)
08:50 Strada Stacks
09:50 Private Beta Launch Event
11:00 Consumer Technology vs. Professional Technology
14:00 Advanced AI Search and Virtual Folders
15:30 Bring-Your-Own Storage and Cloud Flexibility
26:50 Indexing and Duplicate Assets
28:55 Orchestration Layer and Timeline Visualization
30:30 Transcibe and Tanalyze (Tag & Analyze)
32:50 Unlimited Users and Pricing Flexibility
38:00 Strada as a Marketplace for AI Models
41:40 Integrating Strada with NLE
45:35 Documenting Strada's Journey on YouTube
53:15 Michael's Recommended AI Tools
53:35 Remini AI
54:40 Evoto
56:15 eMastered
57:15 Filling Skills Gap with AI
01:00:00 Michael's Thoughts on AI (NAB vs. now)
01:02:00 Limitations of Generative AI
01:04:40 AI as a Utility in Real-Life Productions
01:07:55 Potential of Mobile Filmmaking
01:12:45 Why Apple's Camera Technology is Impressive
01:19:20 Upcoming Launch and Roadmap
01:20:10 Outro

Investigative YouTuber Coffeezilla breaks down his 10 million dollar studio, revealing for the first time the tips and tricks behind the virtual production studio he built for the Coffeezilla Cinematic Universe.

📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER
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Connect with Coffeezilla:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeezilla
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coffeebreak_yt/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/coffeebreak_YT

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📺 MORE VP LAND PODCAST

Imaginario: Using AI to speed up video search and editing
https://youtu.be/4WOb5Y1Qcp0

HIGH: Virtual Production on an Indie Film Budget
https://youtu.be/DdMlx3YX7h8

Fully Remote: Exploring PostHero's Blackmagic Cloud Editing Workflow
https://youtu.be/L0S9sewH61E

📝 SHOW NOTES

Coffeezilla's Virtual Production Journey with Mo-Sys
https://www.vp-land.com/p/coffeezilla-mo-sys

3 ways to create a space that moves you by David Korins
https://youtu.be/SU8JYKGekXo

Aximmetry
https://aximmetry.com

Arri Alexa
https://www.arri.com

Previs Pro
https://www.previspro.com

Mo-sys StarTracker
https://www.mo-sys.com/product/camera-tracking/startracker

Blender
https://www.blender.org

GhostFrame
https://www.ghostframe.com

Kino Flo MIMIK Lights
https://kinoflo.com/mimik-120

Aputure
https://www.aputure.com

Sony FX3
https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/cinema-line-cameras/all-cinema-line-cameras/p/ilmefx3

Sony FX9
https://pro.sony/ue_US/products/handheld-camcorders/pxw-fx9

Sidus Link
https://www.sidus.link

Copilot
https://www.youtube.com/c/copilotco

Fearless Productions
https://www.youtube.com/@fearlessproductionstv

Linus Tech Tips
https://www.youtube.com/user/linustechtips

Mandalorian BTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUnxzVOs3rk

MrBeast
https://www.youtube.com/@MrBeast

MKBHD
https://www.youtube.com/@mkbhd

Colin and Samir (MKBHD Studio Tour)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz_qFyTrS8w

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction
02:00 The 10 Million Dollar Studio
07:15 Virtual Production
09:16 Green Screen
12:15 Creating Maxwell, the Bartender Robot
13:40 Moodboarding
19:20 Set pieces and props
22:30 Workflow and tools
23:25 Previz
25:00 Mo-Sys
26:30 Blender
26:55 Aximmetry
33:50 Mo-Sys StarTracker
40:15 LED Panels vs Green Screen
42:20 GhostFrame and MIMIK
43:15 Noir Lighting
44:10 Coffee Steam
46:00 Production Timeline
47:05 AI Tools
49:50 Cameras & Tech
54:45 Video Editing
55:38 Advice for New YouTubers
57:35 Outro

In this episode, we talk with Imaginario AI co-founder and CEO Jose Puga on how AI is going to help us search, transform, and create videos faster and cheaper.

We cover:
‣ How Imaginario uses AI to search through videos based on context instead of tags and keywords
‣ The importance of content repurposing and customization
‣ What roles need to level up to stay ahead of AI
‣ Predictions on AI and the role of creatives in 2024

And a whole lot more!

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Connect with Jose @ Imaginario AI:

Imaginario AI - https://www.imaginario.ai
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@imaginario2030
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/imaginarioai
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/imaginario.ai
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Imaginario2030
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/imaginario-ai/
Jose @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-m-puga-a397922b

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📺 MORE VIDEOS

Final Pixel: How this virtual production studio lives up to its name
https://youtu.be/t0M0WVPv8w4

HIGH: Virtual Production on an Indie Film Budget
https://youtu.be/DdMlx3YX7h8

Fully Remote: Exploring PostHero's Blackmagic Cloud Editing Workflow
https://youtu.be/L0S9sewH61E

📝 SHOW NOTES

Midjourney
https://www.midjourney.com

Runway ML
https://runwayml.com

Pika
https://pika.art

ElevenLabs
https://ntm.link/elevenlabs

Descript
https://ntm.link/descript

Synthesia
https://www.synthesia.io

Respeecher
https://www.respeecher.com

Zapier
https://zapier.com

Apple Vision Pro
https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro

Magic Leap
https://www.magicleap.com

Grand Theft Auto
https://www.rockstargames.com/gta-v

Fortnite
https://www.fortnite.com

Imaginario.ai Brings Artificial Intelligence to Video Editing
https://lift.comcast.com/2022/09/22/imaginario-ai-brings-artificial-intelligence-to-video-editing

How is AI disrupting content marketing and how can this help you
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-ai-disrupting-content-marketing-can-help-you-jose-m-puga

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro and Overview of Imaginario
02:48 Multimodal AI and Contextual Understanding
03:45 Data Storage and Hosting Options
04:30 Content Repurposing and Enriching Metadata
07:00 Use Cases for Raw Footage and Completed Media
08:30 Training AI Models for Specific Use Cases
10:01 The Vision for Imaginario and AI-Powered Creativity
13:05 AI Agents in Video Creation
15:13 The Impact of AI Tools on Creatives
29:19 The Future of Metaverse and AR
38:40 The Dominance of Netflix and the Importance of Social Media
40:18 AI Tools for Content Creation
42:54 2024 Projections

In this episode, we talk with Raymond Mosco (VIVE Mars) and Rene Amador (ARwall) about these 2 tools we discovered that make virtual production intuitive, affordable, and accessible.

📧 Be sure to subscribe to the free VP Land newsletter to get the latest news and BTS insights 2-3x a week: https://ntm.link/vp_land

Connect with Raymond Mosco @ VIVE Mars
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@vivemarscamtrack1612
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vivemars
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VIVEMARSVP
X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/htcvive
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vivemars/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosco/

Connect with Rene Amador @ ARwall
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/arwallco/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ARwall
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arwallco
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/arwallco
X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/arwallco
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/arwallco
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlamador

📝 SHOW NOTES

How VIVE Mars CamTrack is Making Virtual Production Setups Easier
https://newterritory.media/how-vive-mars-camtrack-is-making-virtual-reality-setups-easier/

Virtual Production Made Easy – ARwall’s New StudioBox
https://newterritory.media/get-studio-grade-professional-results-with-arwalls-arfx-studiobox-a-complete-virtual-production-studio-in-a-box/

VIVE Mars CamTrack / VIVE Mars FIZTrack
https://mars.vive.com

ARwall
https://arwall.co

ARFX StudioBox
https://arwall.co

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
01:05 VIVE Mars CamTrack @ NAB 2023
02:20 How VIVE CamTrack works
03:15 Timecode and Genlock support
05:30 Virtual production expertise needed
08:05 ARwall @ NAB 2023
10:42 ARFX Pro Unreal plugin
12:50 ARFX Lens
16:10 Price breakdown

In this episode, we talk with filmmakers Jonathan Mason and Tisha Robinson-Daly about their journey into virtual production and the challenges they faced in filming the teaser for HIGH - an indie film that explores the world of tower climbers.

We cover:
‣ How indie films can use virtual production
‣ Mistakes and challenges in working with VP for the first time
‣ How to maximize time and budget with your Virtual Art Department

And a whole lot more

📧 Be sure to subscribe to the free VP Land newsletter to get the latest news and BTS insights 2-3x a week: https://ntm.link/vp_land

Connect with Tisha and Jonathan @ HIGH - The Film:

HIGH - The Film - https://www.highthefilm.com
HIGH - The Movement - https://highthemovement.com
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Highthefilm
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/highthemovementandfilm
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefilmhigh
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/highthefilm
Jonathan @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mason-37888217
Tisha @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tisharobinsondaly

📝 SHOW NOTES

HIGH - The Film
https://www.highthefilm.com

HIGH - The Movement
https://highthemovement.com

Reaching the Peak: Exploring Virtual Production on an Independent Budget
https://filmmakermagazine.com/121951-virtual-production-high-tisha-robinson-daly-jonathan-mason/

"HIGH" indie film marks another successful proof-of-concept for disguise-powered VP
https://www.disguise.one/en/insights/news/high-indie-film-marks-another-successful-proof-of-concept-for-disguise-powered-virtual-production/

HIGH Proof-of-Concept Teaser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FH4eI0SJFM

BTS: How to use VP on an Indie film budget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvHP_6UtuA

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:16 HIGH - The Movement
08:45 Discovering Virtual Production
09:15 Tribeca Unreal Engine Program
10:45 Advocacy for Tower Climbers
12:45 Exploring Virtual Production
15:35 Budget and Practical Challenges in Virtual Production
17:59 The Previs Process
22:50 Changing the Proof of Concept
27:50 The Production Process
32:40 Creating a World with Virtual Art Department
35:50 Cutting Shots and Adding Last-Minute Shots
38:48 Discovering New Shots and Happy Accidents
40:35 Lighting Techniques and Capturing Height and Perspective
46:00 Mistakes and Lessons Learned in Virtual Production
51:05 Maximizing Time and Money in Virtual Production
56:00 Virtual Production in Film Schools
59:00 What's next for HIGH?

In this episode, we talk with Secret Weapon Studios Founder & CEO Greg Olliver about the future of post-production management and the pivotal role of environmental responsibility.

We cover:
‣ Secret Weapon Studios' production tools - PostHero, PlanetHero, ProductionHero, and CrewHero - for maximum production efficiency
‣ Sustainable film production via PlanetHero
‣ Blackmagic's Cloud storage and collaboration tools

And a whole lot more!

📧 Be sure to subscribe to the free VP Land newsletter to get the latest news and BTS insights 2-3x a week: https://ntm.link/vp_land

Connect with Greg @ Secret Weapon Studios:

Secret Weapon Studios - https://secretweapon.studio
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@secretweaponstudios
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/secret-weapon-studios
Twitter/X - https://twitter.com/studios_weapon
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/secretweaponstudios
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/secretweaponstudio
Greg Olliver @ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-olliver-92a976164

📝 SHOW NOTES

Secret Weapon Studios
https://secretweapon.studio

PostHero
https://secretweapon.studio/posthero/

CrewHero
https://secretweapon.studio/crewhero/

PlanetHero
https://secretweapon.studio/planethero/

ProductionHero
https://secretweapon.studio/productionhero-technology/

Blackmagic Cloud Store
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagiccloudstore

Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagiccloudstoremini

Blackmagic Cloud Pod
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagiccloudpod

The Conversations Project
https://press.hulu.com/shows/the-conversations-project/

Studio 666
https://www.studio666movie.com

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PostHero is a collection of tech-enabled tools developed by Secret Weapon Studios to assist filmmakers with post-production workflows.

👨🏻‍💻 Blackmagic Resolve offers cloud-based editing and real-time collaboration, making it a valuable tool for remote post-production.

🌍 PlanetHero provides an easy way to offset the carbon footprint of film shoots, helping the industry become more environmentally friendly.

📊 ProductionHero aims to be a comprehensive hub for managing all aspects of film production, including crew management, scheduling, and more. There is no single solution for managing production processes, and companies often use a combination of tools from different providers.

🛠️ Large companies often have siloed systems, with different teams using different tools for their specific needs.

🎬 The film industry requires investment to develop new tools and services that can improve production workflows.

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:10 PostHero for Remote Workflow
04:15 Case Study: Using PostHero for Hulu's The Conversations Project
07:10 Challenges and Solutions for Editors
12:55 Using Blackmagic’s Ecosystem for Remote Post-Production
17:00 Collaboration and Real-Time Editing in Resolve
24:50 Carbon Offset and PlanetHero
31:50 Introduction to ProductionHero
35:10 Project Management Tools
37:10 The Lack of a Single Solution
37:50 Siloed Systems in Large Companies
38:45 Coming Soon: DroneHero

In this episode, we talk with Final Pixel CEO Michael McKenna and Global Head of Production Hanah Draper about the future of virtual production.

We cover:
‣ Final Pixel's Virtual Production Academy
‣ Creating the Oracle Red Bull RB19 launch video
‣ Where AI fits into filmmaking in the future
‣ How virtual production reduces production time, costs, and plays into risk mitigation

And a whole lot more

📧 Be sure to subscribe to the free VP Land newsletter to get the latest news and BTS insights 2-3x a week

Connect with Michael and Hannah @ Final Pixel:

Final Pixel
YouTube
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Michael Mckenna
Hanah Draper

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📝 SHOW NOTES

Final Pixel Academy
https://finalpixelacademy.com

Cuebric
https://cuebric.com
https://www.youtube.com/@seyhanlee9735

Red Bull Racing RB19
https://www.redbullracing.com/int-en/cars/rb19

Sphere Fever, Peachy Bottas, and The Weekend So Far! | 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAjHbOCUl84&t=28s

The Virtual Production of The Mandalorian Season 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUnxzVOs3rk

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Final Pixel is pioneering innovation in virtual filmmaking—from concept to final pixel. We chatted with CEO Michael McKenna and Head of Production Hanah Draper about pushing creative boundaries.

🏎️ They helped Red Bull pull off its RB19 reveal with just 6 weeks of lead time. Using photoreal CG environments and drone footage, they built a fictional story of the racecar getting lost on its way to the New York launch event.

🛡️ Risk mitigation is key. Buttoned-up planning prevents common virtual production pitfalls and helps build client trust. Warner Bros relies on Final Pixel's tight production management.

⏱️ Virtual production compresses timelines. By reconceptualizing campaigns around dynamic CG scenes, clients can create content 50% faster than traditional methods. This also reduces costs by up to 20%.

🤖 AI will become another filmmaking tool, slotted into existing pipelines once iterative workflows improve. The tech is not the focus—it's the experiences it enables.

👏 The live action aspect uniquely expands creative possibilities, unlike purely animated CG or visual effects. It also breeds spontaneity on set as scenes can be reviewed and shifted in real-time.

The future of the craft will leverage tech while preserving the human artistry of cinematography and set design that makes viewers feel emotion. Virtual production will transform filmmaking, not replace it.

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⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:32 The Challenges of Virtual Production
04:39 What is Final Pixel
04:39 Final Pixel's Global Reach
07:56 The Origin of Final Pixel
10:54 Final Pixel's Educational Programs
19:35 The Role of AI in Filmmaking
24:56 The Red Bull RB19 Reveal Project
27:42 Drone Footage and Car Plates
28:25 The Carbon Footprint of the Production
29:13 The Shoot and Challenges
32:45 The Impact of Virtual Production
33:39 The Speed of Content Creation
33:59 The Potential of Unreal Engine Environment
34:36 The Future of Filmmaking
48:45 Immersive Experiences & Las Vegas Sphere
51:18 Closing Remarks

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GhostFrame
https://www.ghostframe.com

GhostFrame: The Revolutionary Virtual Production Toolset

GhostFrame is a brand new production toolset that's changing the game in virtual production, live broadcasts, esports, and corporate videos. Able to hide video content in an LED wall and maintain a perfect naked-eye image, GhostFrame enables you to shoot multiple background scenes simultaneously without the need for re-blocking, resetting, or re-lighting. Using GhostFrame, you can save time and achieve greater efficiency in your production process.

How GhostFrame Works

Peter from GhostFrame explains that the technology enables you to have multiple images hidden in the wall, which are visible through the camera, but invisible to the naked eye. The system works by shuttering the camera at a higher rate than normal, carving out and chopping out the subframe that is needed to give a perfect image. The lighting is synchronized with the background, and the lights cycle to match whatever is on the background that GhostFrame is recording.

Applications of GhostFrame

Fox Sports and Valve are already using GhostFrame to power their analysis and studio analysis, respectively. Fox Sports is using it to put their analysts inside a virtual world, while Valve is using it to be inside their game world. Applications also include extended reality and AR shoots, where multiple cameras can be used to see different backgrounds on the wall. With GhostFrame, you can achieve multi-camera 3D Unreal production, and the realities are always on the wall, making it easy to preview and cut.

Benefits of GhostFrame

GhostFrame can help you achieve greater efficiency and creativity in your production process. With the ability to shoot multiple background scenes simultaneously, you can save time and money on re-blocking, resetting, and re-lighting. The lighting is synchronized with the background, and the lights cycle to match whatever is on the background that GhostFrame is recording. It's perfect for car commercials, where the reflections are real, and it enables you to change from day to night quickly and easily. GhostFrame is also great for extended reality and AR shoots, where multiple cameras can be used to see different backgrounds on the wall.

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Google's AI called Bard, the so-called "De-Influencers" in TikTok, and some cool tips on improving your YouTube thumbnails

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ChatGPT Plus from Open AI, Artifact from Instagram, and James Clear's newsletter strategies that work.

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ChatGPT's AI content in Google, Meta's new VR headset, and a good mindset when starting up your own video channel.

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Apple's new M2 MacBook Pro and Mac Mini, tools for Twitter DMs, and how to stand out from the AI noise ChatGPT is creating.

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How Apple is tacking both AR and VR, the cool Twitter extension that turbo-charges your feed, and why you should be testing everything.

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Trends for TikTok that are actually insightful, tools for remote editing, and the future of AI and powerful video cameras.

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In this episode, Deya Aliaga Kuhnle from Digital Business Manager Bootcamp shares her experience with YouTube, how she built a system to publish two videos a week consistently, how she learned to be more comfortable on camera, and how she's been building out a flywheel of content that is helping her grow her brand and business.

Digital Business Manager, or DBM, is a program to train people on how to help business owners and entrepreneurs more efficiently operate their businesses.

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In this episode of Behind the Upload, we speak with Layla Pomper from ProcessDriven.

We'll break down:

How Layla turned YouTube into her biggest source of leads for her company
How she simplifies her video production process to consistently put out content
Why creating a YouTube channel was one of the best decisions she ever made in her life
And more!

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ProfitWell has taken the video content game to the next level with Recur, their media network dedicated to producing content related to SaaS topics and businesses. Recur produces a series of video series and podcasts, all as part of the marketing plan for ProfitWell.

In this episode, we break down how all the different shows fit into their sales funnel, how they manage to produce so much content, publishing on YouTube vs their own site, and some takeaways for using video for any business, even if it's not building an entire media network.

Connect with Patrick Campbell & ProfitWellProfitWell Official Website
ProfitWell on YouTube
ProfitWell on Facebook
ProfitWell on Twitter
ProfitWell on Instagram
ProfitWell on LinkedIn
Patrick on LinkedIn
Patrick on Twitter

For show notes, resources, and transcripts, visit: https://ntm.link/profitwell

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Timestamps00:00 - Intro
01:35 - What is ProfitWell?
02:35 - What is Recur Media?
04:52 - Branding Through Video vs. Other Forms of Media
07:33 - Being a Media Network instead of a Video-Producing Brand
10:32 - ProfitWell Shows - Conceptualization and Development
18:09 - Sales Funnel and Strategy
20:42 - Meet the Content and Production Team
23:30 - Seasonal Structure Shows - Staffing and Production
27:54 - Media Production Gear, Equipment and Software Recommendations
34:29 - Publishing Video Content via the Wistia Platform
36:21 - Video Traffic when Hosted on Website instead of YouTube
37:21 - Boost Marketing and Promotion via the Transistor Podcast Platform
38:42 - SEO's Effect on Traffic
39:28 - Post-Assessment and Measuring Success
42:14 - Metrics and Data
45:28 - Syndication and Reaching New Audience
47:07 - Audience-Focused Content
48:43 - Pro Tips for First-Time Video Brand Content Creators
50:41 - Future Plans and What's Next
52:40 - Outro

Show NotesProfitWell and Patrick

ProfitWell
Recur Media
Pricing Page Teardown
Protect The Hustle
Boxed Out
Retention Talk
RevOps and Hops

Others

WHOOP
Wistia
Morning Brew
theSkimm
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5
Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Jellyfish
RAID
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro

In this episode, I speak with Austin Distel, head of marketing at Jarvis.ai. Jarvis.ai is one of the best copywriting tools that uses GPT-3 to generate short and long form content.

We talk a little bit about how exactly GPT-3 works and how all the new AI tools that have popped up over the past year work.

But the main reason I wanted to talk to Austin was to break down the live trainings he does featuring members of the community who share their knowledge on how to use Jarvis better.

This video strategy creates both community engagement and is a free way to build up a powerful video library to train future customers.

For more info on Jarvis and to try it out, visit https://ntm.link/jarvis

Marcos from LiveChat explains the strategy and challenges of launching a second branded YouTube channel for LiveChat, why creating great content is only going to be more important, and the best ways to get started creating videos for your own brand.

LiveChat Software offers software solutions to manage business communications, generate leads, and sell online. They allow companies to stay in touch with their customers anytime and anywhere, just as they want to. The product suite consists of LiveChat, ChatBot, HelpDesk, and KnowledgeBase.

Marcos Bravo is a marketing and brand expert with over 20 years of experience in many industries. These days he works as the Head Storyteller for LiveChat, one of the most successful European companies and shares his experience in a series of videos created for SUCCESS By LiveChat. Marketing Mentor and Investor Relations in the European region and LATAM.

Connect with Marcos & LiveChat

LiveChat Website

LiveChat Twitter

Marcos on LinkedIn

SUCCESS by LiveChat on YouTube

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Show Notes

LiveChat
LiveChat on YouTube
Success By LiveChat on YouTube
ChatBot
HelpDesk
KnowledgeBase
LiveChat Partner Program
Cyberpunk 2077
Animal Crossing
Sony Alpha 6500
iPhone 12
Sennheiser Shotgun microphones
Rode Broadcaster
DaVinci Resolve 17
Zoom H6
BEHRINGER U-Phoria UMC202HD
Final Cut Pro
Blackmagic
Blackmagic ATEM Mini
Anchor
BuzzSprout
PicMonkey
Surfer SEO
Tomasz Niezgoda
Ahrefs
Marcos Bravo
Incoming Chat

In this episode of Behind the Upload, we chat with Jelani from Cartfuel about creating evergreen content for YouTube that drives leads for your business.

Jelani shares a few strategies to get started on YouTube, even if you hate being in front of the camera, and how to figure out what type of content resonates with your audience.

Jelani is the founder of Cartfuel. Cartfuel enables HubSpot users to make more money with one-time and recurring payments, Upsells, and order bumps - all while sending contact purchase records to the HubSpot timeline.

Cartfuel's Website

Cartfuel Twitter

Jelani Twitter

Jelani The Marketer YouTube

Show Notes

CartFuel - https://www.cartfuel.io
Webflow - https://webflow.com
HubSpot - https://www.hubspot.com
Stripe - https://stripe.com/
PayPal - https://www.paypal.com/
OneClickUpsell - https://apps.shopify.com/zipify-oneclickupsell
ClickFunnels - https://www.clickfunnels.com
WordPress - https://wordpress.com
Saas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software_as_a_service
Jelani The Marketer (YouTube Channel) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDYASBY_QcSKGx2LZcPT70w
VidIQ - https://vidiq.com
TubeBuddy - https://www.tubebuddy.com
Ahrefs - https://ahrefs.com
Twitter - https://twitter.com
Facebook - https://facebook.com
Adobe Premiere - https://www.adobe.com/sea/products/premiere.html
Shure SM7B - https://geni.us/cskBfka
Cloudlifter - https://geni.us/jggJOw
OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) - https://obsproject.com
Panasonic Lumix G7 - https://geni.us/66morLd
Aputure Amaran AL - https://geni.us/R09hr
Aputure Lightstorm - https://www.aputure.com/families/light-storm/
Dan Lok - https://www.youtube.com/c/DanLok/
Riverside - https://riverside.fm
OddMoneyTV - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-rOYSa-Tg2h0T1HSldhIg
Trends (newsletter by The Hustle) - https://trends.co
Pinterest - https://pinterest.com
Quora - https://www.quora.com
ActiveCampaign - https://www.activecampaign.com
Jelani’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/jelanisince94

In our very first episode of Behind the Upload, we speak with Tomasz Niezgoda from Surfer SEO about their video marketing strategy, their formula for thumbnails, how they use YouTube Discovery Ads, and a trick to use Surfer SEO to improve your YouTube descriptions.

Surfer SEO: https://surferseo.com/

Tomasz Niezgoda -https://www.linkedin.com/in/niezgoda-tomasz/

For video and transcripts, visit: https://newterritory.media/surfer-seo

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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Surfer SEO
02:13 - Backstory of Surfer SEO
03:59 - Getting Started in YouTube
05:50 - Figuring Out the Audience
07:24 - Figuring Out Video Topics
09:07 - Process for Creating New Videos
10:23 - Workflow for Creating Videos
12:38 - Learning Experiences in Creating Videos
16:40 - Equipment List
20:16 - Secret to Good Thumbnails
24:56 - YouTube Video Metadata
26:27 - Using Surfer SEO for YouTube Optimization
30:39 - Process for Promoting Videos
31:24 - Promoting Videos with YouTube Ads
34:59 - Live Streaming
37:29 - Future Video Marketing Plans

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Show Notes

Conversion AI - https://www.conversion.ai

Slawek Czajkowski's agency - https://surferseo.com/why-surfer/

Slawek Czajkowski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/slawomirczajkowski/

Lucjan Suski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucjansuski/

Michal Suski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-suski/

NLP & BERT in SEO: How to Boost Your Organic Traffic (2020 Way) -

How Is NLP Changing The Way We do On-Page SEO in 2020? - https://surferseo.com/blog/nlp-on-page-seo-2020/

Adobe Premiere Pro - https://www.adobe.com/sea/products/premiere.html

Adobe After Effects - https://www.adobe.com/sea/products/aftereffects.html

Cam Link - https://www.elgato.com/en/cam-link-4k

Shure SM7B -https://www.amazon.com/Shure-SM7B-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B0002E4Z8M

Screenflow - https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/

QuickTime - https://support.apple.com/en-ph/guide/quicktime-player/welcome/mac

TubeBuddy - https://www.tubebuddy.com

VidIQ - https://vidiq.com

Ahrefs - https://ahrefs.com

SERP - https://www.wordstream.com/serp

Google Ads - https://ads.google.com/home/

Zoom - https://zoom.us

Demio - https://www.demio.com

Tomasz Niezgoda - https://www.linkedin.com/in/niezgoda-tomasz/

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