AI: The Sixth Great Revolution in Filmmaking
The world of filmmaking has witnessed several transformative revolutions, each pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on screen. From the advent of silent films to the introduction of sound, color, computer-generated imagery (CGI), and digital cinematography, each revolution has redefined the medium and expanded the horizons of storytelling. Today, we stand at the cusp of what might be the most significant revolution yet: the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into filmmaking. A Brief History of Cinematic Revolutions To appreciate the impact of AI, it’s essential to understand the previous technological milestones that have shaped the film industry. The first motion picture was filmed by Eadweard Muybridge on June 19, 1878, capturing a jockey riding a horse. This experiment was part of an effort to settle a debate about whether horses galloped with all four hooves off the ground at once. Muybridge's work laid the groundwork for motion pictures and sparked the first revol…
