So I pay for too many subscriptions, all in the name of research, but I had to make some cuts recently since there aren’t enough hours in the day. If you’re a regular reader, you know that I’m in love with Flux Kontext because I can keep making modifications with a chat based interface and (usually) get what I want. I also have access to Runway’s Frames for free as a member of their Creative Partner Program.
After two and a half years, I could make anything I wanted with Midjourney, it was like an old friend and trusted partner. I let it go because I just wasn’t using it, but now it looks like I’m going back. By all accounts, their long awaited video generator is amazing. If you like that certain look that only Midjourney can provide and you want to start generating AI video, now is the time to dive in. I haven’t used it yet, but from what I see on YouTube, it offers a certain quality that you just won’t find anywhere else. Rather than blabber about a tool I haven’t used, I’m going to showcase some recent examples of people I follow and their insights.
Giovanni Abitante
Giovanni is a director with 15 years of experience in video production and teaches AI filmmaking at Scuola Holden in Turin, a storytelling master's program, and collaborates with several universities.
“I made this test to explore the new video feature from Midjourney, and I realized we are very close to seeing animated films made entirely with AI. And this will probably become a necessary method of production in a highly competitive market. The starting images can be created fully with AI, or an illustrator can draw the key frames and then use AI software to animate them. This could bring a big production advantage without losing visual quality. Even the sound design in this test is AI-generated, using the @lumalabsai software. Of course, the work of a real sound designer would bring a higher and more professional result — but it’s just a matter of time before AI becomes a common tool in all areas of filmmaking, including audio. I don’t want to be sensational and shout “wow! I’m excited about the future!”, but as an AI filmmaker and researcher, I’m truly curious about what’s coming next. At the same time, as a human being, I feel like things are moving too fast. We don’t even have time to understand the latest tool before a new one appears — stronger, faster, 10x better than last month’s version. It’s a challenge. And I’ve realized that staying updated with these tools is becoming one of the most important jobs of the future.”
Kelly Boesch
Kelly is a visual artist, graphic designer and video editor exploring the future of creativity through AI-generated videos, Midjourney art, Pika animations, and Suno soundscapes. She creates AI short films, visual poems, dreamlike animations, and experimental AI storytelling that blurs the line between tech and soul.
“I was trying out the new #Midjourney #aivideo today and it’s insane. It follows prompts so well and the outputs are amazing. This first shot came out so good. I’m very impressed and it’s fun to just stay in the app. The outputs are fast too. You get 4 versions. Hard to choose the best sometimes. Sound effects are from Pixabay and Envato. Song made in #Suno”
Future Tech Pilot
If you’re ready to jump in and start prompting, Nolan is a great resource. This eleven minute video will get you up to speed.