People of AI · 2025-09-10 · 1h 2m
In this episode of People of AI , we take you behind the scenes of "ANCESTRA," a groundbreaking film that integrates generative artificial intelligence into its core. Hear from the director Eliza McNitt and key collaborators from the Google DeepMind team about how they leveraged AI as a new creative tool, navigated its capabilities and limitations, and ultimately shaped a unique cinematic experience. Understand the future role of AI in filmmaking and its potential for developers and storytellers. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Ancestra: AI in filmmaking 3:38 - The Origin Story of ANCESTRA 5:35 - Google DeepMind and Primordial Soup collaboration 11:47 - Veo and the creative process 20:21 - Behind the scenes: Making the film 28:47 - Generating videos: Gemini and Veo tools 38:11 - AI as a creative tool, not a replacement 47:41 - AI's impact and the future of the film industry 53:51 - Generative models: A new kind of camera 57:46 - Rapid fire & conclusion Resources: Ancestra → Making of ANCESTRA → Veo 3 → Veo 3 Documentation → Veo 3 Cookbook → Google Flow → Watch more People of AI →
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