In my inaugural collaboration with Caleb and Shelby Ward, a key figures in the world of AI filmmaking and CEOs of Curious Refuge, we embarked on a groundbreaking cinematic AI experiment called 'Planet Zebulon Five.' This project aims to redefine the traditional documentary genre by extending its boundaries to imaginary extraterrestrial realms. While Caleb provided the foundational idea, script, voiceover, and music, I took charge of all visuals, part of the video editing, and AI-driven creations using tools like Midjourney and Runway. This innovative endeavor was not just an exercise in technology but an exploration into uncharted genres. Inspired by the captivating storytelling style of 'Planet Earth' documentaries, 'Zebulon Five' reveals a fantastical alien world as seen through the lens of AI.
Link to the video on the Curious Refuge page: https://youtu.be/QI3nDb0W5v0?si=-_9gTFmkvr4q-ZQF
Below you can see additional images I generated for this project—some featured in the final video and others that didn't quite make the cut (but are too cool to keep in the vault!)
