2025 Student Showcase Winners

#1

Bucket List Blitz

Miroslav Zugovic

Miro Zugovic’s project is a deep dive into photorealistic video generation, specifically focusing on pushing the boundaries and limitations of current Image-to-Video (I2V) models. The workflow was built in ComfyUI, utilizing FluxDev alongside a custom model trained on Miro’s likeness for the main content. For supplementary footage (b-roll), the Hailuo02 model was leveraged. Any voiceover segments were generated using the Google Flow/VEO models. A custom music track for the final blooper reel was created using Suno. Post-processing involved Topaz Video for upscaling, and Photoshop for final cleanup and digital painting. Additionally, Google Gemini played a key role in brainstorming and script development. This project masterfully showcases the integration of diverse generative AI tools to craft a seamless and captivating narrative.

#2

Rage in the Ruins

Aneel Ramanath

This fan art concept trailer short draws heavy inspiration from the iconic Mad Max universe, capturing its post-apocalyptic aesthetic and gritty, high-octane atmosphere. The images were generated using MidJourney, leveraging advanced AI to create vivid, detailed visuals that evoke the desolate yet intense world familiar to fans of the franchise. Animation was crafted using WAN2.2 within the comfyUI environment, bringing these static images to life with fluid, dynamic movement that mirrors the chaotic energy of Mad Max's landscapes and characters. The final composition was meticulously edited and refined in DaVinci Resolve, ensuring a polished, cinematic quality that balances creativity with technical precision. This project exemplifies how cutting-edge AI tools can be combined with traditional video editing to create a unique homage to a beloved dystopian saga.

#3

Same Old Track

Jack Young

Same Old Track explores the profound emotions of a son grappling with the reality of his aging father, reflecting on both the cherished and difficult moments of their shared past. The lyrics, written by Jack Young on behalf of Young Media LTD, complement a soundtrack and mastering process also spearheaded by Young Media LTD.

The music video production involved a range of advanced tools to bring the concept to life. CapCut was utilized to create still images through Seedream 4.0, alongside video editing and sound effects. FLOW - VEO3 animated these still images into dynamic video sequences. Dreamina.AI played a significant role in the lip-sync sections by employing their AI avatar technology. Additionally, Hedra contributed through the use of its Character 3 and Minimax features, enriching the visual storytelling via the Hedra platform.