Charlie Fink is a consultant, columnist, author, and adjunct, covering AI, XR, and the Metaverse for Forbes. He is the author of the critically acclaimed AR-enabled books Charlie Fink’s Metaverse (2017), and Convergence, How The World Will Be Painted With Data (2019).
, the first feature-length animated film made entirely with AI tools. This 87-minute film, produced by Tom Paton ’s AiMation Studios, cost just $8,000 per minute—an unprecedented figure for a professionally animated feature. To put that in perspective, low-budget television animation sourced from overseas studios costs between $10,000 - $20,000 a minute, and it isn’t anywhere near the quality of, has pulled off with a very small team is remarkable.
From a business perspective, AiMation Studios is taking an unconventional approach to distribution. The film is available for free on YouTube. Paton says this is more than just a creative experiment—it’s a business strategy. “This isn’t just about making a movie—it’s about opening up new opportunities," Paton explains."With AI, we’re able to break down barriers that have kept so many creators on the sidelines. The arts were a way for the working class to escape where they come from.
POP, however, highlights a significant limitation in the technology used to create the film. The character is designed as a tiny human figure, encased in a bubble, and serves as Cru’s moral compass. While the robot characters look great, POP proves that AI still struggles with human likenesses. The character animation feels limited and awkward, detracting from the believability of the character.
By releasing the movie for free, Paton is betting that the buzz generated by the project will attract attention from studios and investors. As he puts it,"I think it’s important to be first. I think that carries weight to some degree."Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas and facts in a safe space.
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