Creating an AI-Generated Film: A Step-by-Step Workflow
Imagine making an entire movie using just AI tools and your creativity. Sounds futuristic, right? In this guide, I'll walk you through how to produce an AI-driven film, inspired by a practical workflow from a recent project, "Time Dispatch." I'll share the exact techniques and prompts you can use, leveraging tools like Kling AI, Runway Act-One, ElevenLabs, and Suno.
Writing Your Script
The journey begins with writing a compelling script. Aim for a narrative that allows you to test character consistency across different scenarios. For "Time Dispatch," the story involves a novice time dispatcher and a traveler frequently misdirected into various historical eras. This setup is perfect for exploring varied settings while maintaining clear character identities.
Generating AI Character Images with Kling AI
Next, generate distinct visual references for your characters. Kling AI is ideal for this:
- Go to Kling AI and select Text-to-Image.
- Create cinematic prompts to describe your characters vividly.
Example Prompt:
A cinematic mid-shot of a time traveler with striking features—deep brown eyes, defined jawline, full lips framed by wavy dark hair, wearing a practical utility jacket, standing resolutely in a dimly lit hallway leading to a time travel lab.
Generate several images and select the best as your character references.
Creating Consistent Scenes with Kling Elements
Once you have your characters, generate video clips for your scenes:
- Use Kling Elements to create consistent character appearances across multiple clips.
- Experiment with different historical eras or settings as required by your script.
- Generate multiple short videos, refining until satisfied.
Capturing Your Performance
With character visuals in hand, it’s time to perform:
- Record yourself performing each role using your phone’s front camera. Over-exaggerate facial expressions for better AI mapping.
- Edit and export each performance as individual audio segments labeled clearly (e.g., dispatcher_1.mp3).
Transforming Your Voice with ElevenLabs
Make your characters sound authentic:
- Visit ElevenLabs and use the Voice Changer to transform your voice into unique character voices.
- Customize voices by adjusting stability, similarity, and style exaggeration.
- Export each voice clip to combine later with your performance footage.
Combining Performances and AI Voices
In your video editing software:
- Merge your visual performance clips with the AI-generated voiceovers.
- Export each scene as a separate movie file.
Creating Cinematic AI Videos with Runway Act-One
Now, bring your performance to life:
- Upload your performance videos and Kling character references to Runway Act-One.
- Generate AI-enhanced videos using "Gen 3 Alpha Turbo" for a cinematic effect.
- Select clips that feature natural movement and minimal direct camera gaze for authenticity.
Enhancing Your Movie with Foley and Sound Effects
Immersive audio elevates your film experience:
- Use ElevenLabs' Sound Effects tab to generate Foley and SFX.
- Alternatively, use the Explore section for ready-made sound effects.
- Integrate sounds like footsteps, wind, or animal noises for added realism.
Adding Music with Suno
Complete your film with an AI-generated soundtrack:
- Visit Suno to generate fitting musical themes and background scores.
- Sync these tracks to your video to enhance mood and narrative pacing.
Editing and Finalizing Your AI Film
Bring everything together:
- Edit your scenes, ensuring a cohesive flow from scene to scene.
- Balance audio levels between dialogue, Foley, SFX, and music.
- Perform final color corrections and minor tweaks for consistency.
Conclusion
Creating AI-generated films opens doors to unprecedented creative possibilities, blending traditional storytelling with cutting-edge technology. The process involves multiple steps—from scripting and AI-generated visuals to performance, voice transformation, and comprehensive audio design. Embrace this powerful workflow and see where your creativity can take you!
Enjoy making your AI-powered cinematic masterpiece!