Film and Pen

Ai In Filmmaking

4 articles

Independent filmmaker struggling with high AI scriptwriting costs, facing glowing screens and financial barriers to their creative vision.
Behind the Scenes

AI scriptwriting: High costs hinder filmmaking revolution by 2026

Generating just one minute of video with Runway's advanced Gen-4.

Victor Ren·August 27, 2026
Futuristic virtual production studio with actors on a green screen stage, surrounded by holographic environments and AI interfaces, showcasing the transformation of filmmaking.
Production

Virtual Production Tech Transforms Filmmaking Workflows, Challenging Old Economics

A complex virtual production shot, once requiring days of post-production, now returns in approximately five minutes using AI, costing mere dollars in credits.

Victor Ren·August 14, 2026
Director and AI collaborating on a holographic film reel at the Shanghai Film Festival, symbolizing the future of cinema.
Film & TV

Shanghai Film Festival Spotlights Emerging Talent Amid AI Wave

The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival is undergoing a notable change.

Julian Mercer·June 14, 2026
Filmmakers using VR and AR headsets to visualize a 3D scene model during film pre-visualization, highlighting AI-driven concept frame generation.
Behind the Scenes

What is VR/AR in film pre-visualization and why does it matter?

Filmmakers can now generate multiple concept frames for a scene in just 5-10 seconds using AI, dramatically accelerating early-stage visual development.

Victor Ren·May 14, 2026