Prompt: Make a Documentary

Description

Lucinda Spence, Ben Young, Alex Proyas, and Glen Stasiuk are featured in this documentary that investigates the growing influence of artificial intelligence on the film industry. It contextualizes the rise of AI within the historical evolution of cinema, examining past technological shifts such as the introduction of sound and color. By revisiting significant milestones in film history, the documentary illustrates that disruption has long been integral to cinema while questioning whether AI represents a fundamentally new kind of transformation. The film includes insights from directors, academics, and industry practitioners, addressing the tension between innovation and artistic integrity. It discusses the democratization of creative tools and the ethical implications of automation in the arts. Prompt: Make a Documentary ultimately questions the impact of AI on storytelling and creativity, set in the contemporary landscape of the film industry.