Could Generative Films Reshape Cinema?

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Shira Lazar
July 15, 2024

Hey Alpha Fam! Greetings from Greece. I hope everyone is doing well and finding ways to stay cool during this wild summer heat! Here’s the latest news you might have missed this week:

Gary Hustwit's latest project, "Eno," is changing the way documentaries are made. Premiering in New York, "Eno" offers a unique experience every time it’s viewed, thanks to bespoke software that assembles the film differently for each screening.

Built with ethically sourced content, "Eno" reflects Brian Eno’s relentless creativity, avoiding nostalgia and focusing on new horizons. The software, Brain One, crafts each version of the film from 30 hours of interviews and 500 hours of footage, ensuring coherence while exploring countless variations.

Brian Eno is a renowned British musician, composer, record producer, and visual artist known for pioneering ambient music and producing influential albums for artists like David Bowie and U2.

Imagine documentaries that update with new insights or Marvel movies that evolve with every viewing. Hustwit’s startup, Anamorph, aims to explore these possibilities, potentially reshaping our cinematic experiences.

My hot take 🔥: The film industry is currently grappling with AI's evolving role, as highlighted by the recent writers' and actors' strikes, which raised concerns about AI's impact on creativity and jobs. "Eno" and its generative technology might ignite further debates. However, I believe this represents a great use of AI, helping to expand subject matter in real time for viewers and creating efficiencies in the documentary filmmaking process.

Shira Lazar

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I’m Bullish On… 💪

I've been thinking a lot about this during summer travel and while giving myself time for self-reflection. This is a great exercise, and I recommend it to everyone if you haven’t done it before or recently.

Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being" and is often seen as the key to living a fulfilling and happy life. The Ikigai exercise involves identifying what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for to find your true purpose.

Gentle reminder 🤲 

It’s hard to create a positive life with a negative mind - @jimkwik

Remember, I'm Bullish on you!

With gratitude,