The AI Video Surge

In recent months, we've witnessed an unprecedented surge in generative AI models capable of creating stunningly realistic videos. These cutting-edge AI video generation technologies are revolutionizing the way we think about video production, blurring the lines between reality and artificial creation. What's particularly fascinating is how these AI-powered video models excel when given an initial AI-generated image to animate, rather than just a text prompt.

The AI Video Creation Process

The process typically begins with the creation of a high-quality still image using advanced AI image generators. One such tool that's been making waves in the creative community is FLUX. This powerful AI image model has become the go-to choice for many digital artists and content creators looking to produce ultra-realistic starting points for their AI video projects. Additionally, Midjourney remains wildly popular, and of course, the ultimate flexible weapon: Stable Diffusion.

Once a compelling initial frame is created, creators then turn to specialized AI video generators to bring their visions to life. Three notable players in this AI video generation space have emerged:

1. Runway's Gen-3: Known for its versatility and user-friendly interface, Gen-3 has become a favorite among both professionals and hobbyists. Also to note one of the founders is of the original “Latent Diffusion” team, so they def. know what they are doing. Not to forget: Runway has a full blow video editor on top of this.

A great piece by Falling Knife Films: ‣ (make sure to check out the other AI videos on their channel):

This video is using Runway Gen-3 to animate the fake influencer.

Remember: Nothing you see has been shot by a photographer or Video team. It is all created using GenAI tools.

2. Luma AI - Dream Machine 1.5: With its recent 1.5 update, Luma AI has significantly improved its capabilities, offering enhanced motion quality and more nuanced animations. Luma is currently one of the leading AI Video Companies in the world, and are also very active in the area of 3D scanning with NerFs and Gaussian Splats and remarkable quality that only need an iPhone capture.

Incredible content by Andy Orsow https://x.com/andyorsow

3. Kling: This Chinese-developed tool has been gaining traction globally, praised for its ability to handle complex scenes and produce remarkably fluid movements.

It´s always worth checking out Klings official YouTube channel: ‣

This video recently went viral:

This video was created by providing a collage of the actor in old and young and simply prompting KlingAI with “embrace”.

The typical workflow involves uploading a generated image into one of these video AI tools. Some allow to define whether the image should be at the end or the beginning of the clip and some even allow for specific camera motion. User are free to also prompt for the desired motion but if you only want subtle lifelike motion it is sometimes advised to only provide the image. The AI then works its magic, interpolating between frames to create smooth, lifelike animations that can be almost indistinguishable from real footage.

The benefit of an input image are obvious:

• Detailed control over the image

• Ability to use advanced control elements to craft the image like controlnets, IP-Adapter and more

• Ability to use a fine-tuned model (from a product for example) which otherwise the model would not know about

This technological leap is opening up new possibilities across various industries:

Film and TV production: Creating high-quality visual effects and even entire scenes at a fraction of the traditional cost and time.

Incredible car ad by Jeremy Haccoun:

Marketing and advertising: Producing eye-catching, dynamic content for social media and digital campaigns.

Great and creative pieces by https://x.com/wenvis_ai:

As we move forward, it's clear that AI-generated video is not just a passing trend but a transformative force in visual media. The combination of advanced image generation tools with sophisticated video AI models like the ones mentioned above is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in digital creation. Whether you're a professional filmmaker, a marketing specialist, or just an enthusiast exploring new creative horizons, these tools offer exciting possibilities limited only by your imagination.

The future of video production is here, and it's more accessible and awe-inspiring than ever before. As these technologies continue to evolve, we can only imagine what incredible creations lie ahead.

Stay tuned for these video capabilities to arrive in CASSI in the Future