At INNA3D, we love pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology. This holiday season, we embarked on an ambitious journey to create a heart-warming Christmas commercial featuring an AI-generated short film titled The Purple Rooster’s Space Adventure. In this blog post, we’ll share the plot of the movie, our creative process, and the tools we used to bring this magical story to life.
The Plot: A Tale of Friendship and Big Dreams
In a faraway village, a unique rooster with stunning purple feathers is born. Unlike other chickens, this special rooster thinks differently. While other hatchlings scurry around searching for worms, the purple rooster explores the world with curiosity and wonder.
On the other side of the story is a little boy with a passion for space and spaceships. He owns a small remote-controlled spaceship toy that he loves to fly.
One sunny morning, fate brings these two dreamers together. The boy’s toy spaceship accidentally crashes into a tree near where the rooster is exploring. As the spaceship takes off again, the curious rooster follows it and eventually meets the boy. Their shared love for exploration sparks a beautiful friendship.
Together, they decide to dream bigger. Inspired by the boy’s fascination with space, they work tirelessly to build a larger spaceship. Through hard work, creativity, and collaboration, their dream becomes a reality. On a magical winter day, they successfully launch their spaceship into the stars, proving that dreaming big and working together can lead to extraordinary achievements.
The moral of the story? Dreaming big and pursuing your passions will attract like-minded individuals who can become your closest friends.
The Creative Process: Bringing the Story to Life
Step 1: Storyboarding with MidJourney
We began by visualizing the plot and creating a detailed storyboard using MidJourney. This AI-powered platform allowed us to generate stunning concept art for each scene, setting the tone for the movie. While AI provided a great starting point, we faced some creative limitations and had to manually enhance certain elements to align with our vision.
Step 2: AI Film Creation with Runway
Next, we used Runway to create the initial video sequences. Runway’s advanced AI tools, including its Act-One feature for lip and facial expression synchronization, enabled us to turn our storyboard into dynamic, visually captivating video clips. However, some scenes required a level of customization that AI alone couldn’t achieve. For those moments, we custom-drew elements and blended them seamlessly into the footage.
Step 3: Post-Production in DaVinci Resolve
Once all the video clips were ready, we brought them together in DaVinci Resolve. This powerful video editing software allowed us to fine-tune every detail, ensuring smooth transitions, vibrant colours, and a cohesive visual narrative.
Step 4: Adding Sound and Music with Epidemic Sound
To complete the cinematic experience, we turned to Epidemic Sound for audio effects and music. The carefully selected soundscape enhanced the emotional depth of the story, drawing viewers into the magical world of The Purple Rooster’s Space Adventure.
Challenges and Lessons Learned
Creating an AI-generated movie was an exciting but challenging process. One of the main challenges was getting two characters, such as the boy and the spaceship, to appear together in the same shot. While tools like MidJourney and Runway provided incredible creative opportunities, they also came with limitations that required us to use additional tools and manual adjustments. By combining AI technology with our team’s artistic skills and determination, we were able to overcome these challenges and deliver a truly unique holiday commercial.
Watch the Full AI Film
We’re thrilled to share the final result with you! Attached below is the full movie, The Purple Rooster’s Space Adventure. We hope it inspires you to dream big, work hard, and cherish the friendships you build along the way.
Tools We Used for AI - generated film
Here’s a list of the software that made this project possible:
MidJourney – For creating the storyboard and initial visual concepts.
Runway – For generating video sequences with AI.
DaVinci Resolve – For video editing and post-production.
Epidemic Sound – For sound effects and music.
Conclusion
Our Christmas holiday commercial was a labor of love, combining cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling. At INNA3D, we believe in the power of creativity and innovation to connect with audiences in meaningful ways. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished and can’t wait to hear what you think about The Purple Rooster’s Space Adventure. Happy holidays from all of us at INNA3D!