Mr. Garlic´s Last Session” is a quirky short film that dives into Garlic’s life as the kitchen’s most misunderstood ingredient. Created and directed by Carol Delgado and brought to life entirely with AI, this story reveals the surprising journey of an unlikely hero.

How could the legs be on top when they're supposed to be underneath...

The absence of arms is particularly intriguing. Could our frying pan have decided that arms were superfluous for a day at the beach?

What happened to the frying pan itself? It seems that our kitchen utensil has managed to become completely invisible, leaving only these mysterious legs as a trace of its existence.

This unexpected interpretation prompts us to reflect: what really defines a frying pan? is it its form, its function, or simply our idea of it?

People who have long held a vague faith in the legendary “Day” become profoundly disappointed and start blaming one another in confusion when they open the coffin of the person they expected to rise again, only to discover a decayed corpse.

Amid the ensuing turmoil, a mysterious being shrouded in white light appears, yet no one recognizes it, and eventually most people leave. In the end, only one woman remains by the coffin, sorrowful, while the being silently watches over her. Finally, a man approaches her, and the story concludes.

Through this journey of waiting, belief, and the search for truth, the tale offers a reflection on the essence of life and the meaning of promises.

Two soulmates relive the same story in every era: they meet, they love, they lose. Director Statement I've been itching to get a crew together and make a film for a while but a crazy year of work has made that a hard task. I started playing around with Midjourney and other tools on the weekends just to scratch that creative itch. They're limiting as hell, but I wanted to try and craft a compelling story around those limitations. AI characters can't do backflips but boy can they stare dramatically. 3 months later, this is the final product. The most interesting part of this to me is the fact that every stage of filmmaking was happening simultaneously. Writing, storyboarding, "production", post, etc. I often had to make rewrites based on technical limitations just like any other film, but I could go back in and retroactively change anything at any time, down to a minor facial expression. Perhaps it's similar to animation. There's not yet a significant market for AI films. But with limited resources it can be a great creative exercise, or used as a proof-of-concept. Director Biography - Abraham Dawod Abraham Dawod is a Canadian-Egyptian filmmaker and assistant director based in Toronto. He grew up in Mississauga, Ontario where he began making films at age 17 and continues to write, direct and produce his own short films.

"Black Waters" is a generative AI-crafted short film that follows a group of men as they embark on a journey to a land they call home, though it feels entirely unfamiliar. The terrain, both haunting and alluring, is filled with shifting paths and surreal landscapes that mirror their inner struggles. As they navigate this enigmatic place, the men search for solace and connection in a world that seems to challenge their every step. The land itself, alive with whispers of forgotten memories and unspoken truths, compels them to confront the pain they carry and the identities they’ve left behind.

Through quiet reflection and surreal encounters, the travelers begin to reconcile their past with the possibility of a freer, more hopeful future. Within the mysterious expanse of Black Waters, they discover a place where healing becomes an act of courage and pain no longer holds them back. A haunting yet hopeful exploration of identity, belonging, and transformation, Black Waters is a cinematic journey into the unknown, offering a poignant reminder of the power of self-discovery and the resilience required to move forward.

An innocent cardboard figure, outcast by the Ministry with a monstrous paint mark, spirals into darkness, wreaking havoc as he hunts those who condemned his soul to evil.

A young woman living in the modern era often dreams of herself dressed as a bride in a red gown, appearing in a place both strange and familiar. An unforgettable nursery rhyme echoes in her mind repeatedly. The fragmented images she pieces together—are they connections from a past life or debts from this one? To unravel it all, she must once again enter the cycle of reincarnation and gaze into the abyss.

Yellow has been born. The psychology of color will assign it the qualities with which Yellow will interact with the world.

Emma repeatedly sees a girl experiencing a murder in a hotel, both in her deep memories and dreams. Clues in the real world lead her to believe that this is not merely a dream, but something that actually happened. Unsure whether the girl is herself or a close friend, Emma decides to return to the Cyril Hotel from her memories to uncover the truth.

The Cyril Hotel, the site of numerous murders, is located in the heart of Los Angeles, adjacent to an artistic and fashionable district but surrounded by impoverished areas. The hotel is notorious for its continuous crimes and eerie atmosphere. Surveillance footage reveals the victims' struggles, yet the perpetrator remains elusive. Will Emma's arrival finally unravel the mystery?

It's a Diner Date!

A young filmmaker loses his greatest muse — his own inspiration, embodied by EVE. As he turns to AI in search of a new creative spark, he discovers that true artistry lies not in replacing the past, but in evolving beyond it. Is AI just a tool? Or also a new beginning for filmmakers?

A mysterious Nazi submarine, sunk by the Allies in the waters between Corsica and Sardinia at the end of World War II, hides a terrifying secret: The "Kraken" Project.

When a team of researchers reopens the submarine, they unleash a deadly creature that spreads a lethal plague. From the "Kraken" emerges a new progeny of amphibious zombies, forcing humanity to fear the most precious resource they have in nature... water! T

he sea, the rivers, the lakes, the wells... none of these places is safe any longer! Even rain has become a threat! And as the contagion spreads, Sarah, the only survivor of the expedition, must find a way to stop the disease from spreading.

In the aftermath of the Great Wars, humanity has fallen to a subordinate role under the dominion of advanced androids.

Among the few revered human professions left are "memory makers" — artists with the extraordinary ability to craft vivid, lifelike memories based on real experience, that can be implanted into androids - giving them a taste of what it means to feel alive.

Dr. Turner, one of the most celebrated memory makers of all, is summoned for a mysterious and high-stakes assignment.

"Pieces" looks at the invisible cost of generational sacrifice—and what it means for Black men who are expected to carry everyone else while quietly bleeding themselves dry. Lamar is successful, but every morning he traces fresh cuts into his skin under the gaze of his mother and grandmother’s photos. He gives his time, his energy, his everything to the people who need him, but that kind of giving always takes something back. As the pressure builds, his young son starts to see it too. This film challenges the idea that strength means silence, and asks what it really costs to keep showing up for everyone else. How do we honor where we come from without losing ourselves in the process?

Poster Breaker brings the passion and symbolism of flamenco to life entirely with AI-generated footage created with OpenAI's Sora by Elettra Fiumi, a Sora Alpha artist. When a dancer steps out of a vintage poster, her endless, hypnotic movements embody the raw emotion, resilience, and strength of flamenco. As she whirls and stamps through time, her presence leaves an intangible mark before she gracefully returns to the poster, a spark of her energy forever lingering. A celebration of flamenco’s cultural roots and its timeless connection between art, life, and the human spirit.

In a chilling vision of the future, Project 2029 reveals a society ravaged by prejudice, where the cost of erasing those deemed as 'other" is seen as the Ideal.

Welcome to a world where nothing is as it seems!
This trailer introduces the six-part AI-generated short film series The Secret of the Mountain Hut. In the first episode, we enter the mystical mountain hut of Almöhi – but there's more here than just a crackling open fire and rustic coziness! Secrets lurk in the shadows, waiting to be uncovered.

A short AI film exploring morals in medieval Japan. During that time, samurai practiced a custom known as "tsujigiri" (辻斬り). This film is a brief sketch of how such an event might have unfolded.

In a two million year period -- a mere sliver of time in evolutionary terms -- our ancestors began creating art, burying the dead, and exhibiting the first signs of language. THE FIRST HUMANS explores the greatest mystery of all time: why and how we became human.

As the saying goes, "The road to Shu is harder than climbing to the sky," but why is it so difficult? People only know one aspect of it, but not the other...

On top of the Jianmen Pass tower, a tall white-haired man in armor stands with a massive greatsword, exuding an aura of invincibility.

By the cliffs of the Yuan'nao Path, a handsome young warrior flies on his sword, gazing at the distant gloom.

In a treasure cave, a meditating figure in black, whose gender is indistinguishable, slowly opens their eyes, igniting a golden flame within them.

Amid the sacred tree forest, an ethereal woman absorbs the tree's spiritual energy, channeling it into her magical staff.

These four heroes, each bearing different responsibilities and missions, work in perfect harmony to protect the peace of Jianmen Pass. Their legendary tales, like those of the guardians of Jianmen Pass, span the ages and are etched in history forever.

A young boy’s innocent misadventure in the forests of feudal Japan becomes a lesson in courage, wisdom, and survival. A combination of the Bushido Code and Generative AI, the film is an homage to the samurai films of the 50s and 60s.

An eldest daughter teaches her younger sister about the power of a candle that can reveal truths from the dead. Director Biography - James Cardoza James Cardoza was born on February 27, 1970 in Wareham, Massachusetts, USA. James Cardoza is known for his work on the Raining Season (1995), Grossly Beautiful (1997), Interlaced (2018) and Illuminate (2020). His work spans between mystery, thrillers, and family feature films. He is currently living in the Pacific Northwest working on a 2D animated feature (Thunder Snow).

A blind girl living under the control of her domineering mother discovers the dark truth about her true self. Director Biography - Mark Wachholz Born and raised in Berlin, Germany, Mark’s background as a writer of novels, computer games, and TV shows informs his approach to the emerging possibilities of AI filmmaking. After his first AI shorts, "Beauty Will Save the World" (2023) and "Empire" (2024), his trailer "The Day the World Prayed" (2024) won Curious Refuge’s first AI Film Trailer Competition in June 2024. This was followed by the trailer for "Riefenstahl" (2024), which earned the RealDreams Award in the ProjectOdyssey AI Film Competition in July 2024. Mark’s stories are rooted in an interest in the power of narratives and storytelling in shaping society, culture, history, and identity.

"WHISPERS FROM THE CIRCUS OF SHADOWS" is a heartwarming tale that follows the journey of a little white dog through a desolate, abandoned circus filled with relics of the past. As the dog explores the desolate tents and encounters an array of worn-out stuffed toys, it embarks on a quest to bring back the magic and joy that once thrived in this place. Unexpectedly, the dog triggers a time-frozen realm, transforming the desolate circus into a vibrant steampunk carnival.

In this enchanted world, the dog experiences the purest form of happiness and companionship, a stark contrast to the recent global landscape marked by war and conflict. The tale serves as a poignant reminder that even in the midst of adversity, the essence of joy and goodness resides within us, waiting to be rediscovered. It underscores the importance of preserving innocence and happiness, especially for children who are often the most vulnerable in times of war, urging us to create spaces where joy can flourish, no matter how desolate the world may seem.