AI Creative Film Making is a 2-hour hands-on lab competition where teams create a 2–3 minute cinematic short film using generative AI tools.
Participants will use AI platforms for script generation, visual creation, voice narration, music, and editing to produce a compelling short film within the given time limit.
The challenge focuses on:
• Storytelling
• Creative use of AI tools
• Visual composition
• Narrative clarity
Teams must submit their final AI-generated short film before the deadline. Judges will evaluate entries based on creativity, storytelling, technical execution, and originality.
Organiser Contacts
Have questions about the AI filmmaking format, tools allowed, or submission? Reach out directly.
Event Highlights
Status
Date
16 April 2026
Duration
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location
Lab (TBA), DSU Harohalli Campus
Prize Pool
₹10,000
Team Size
2 members per team
Organized By
DSU-ACM, Department of CSE
Hellfire Reels · Production Timeline
A complete 2-hour production schedule for creating your AI-generated cinematic short film.
Day 2 · 2:00 PM – 2:10 PM
Day 2 · 2:00 PM – 2:10 PM
Check-in & Setup
KICKOFFParticipants arrive at the lab, register their teams, and set up their systems. Organizers ensure all required AI tools and internet access are ready.
Day 2 · 2:10 PM – 2:20 PM
Day 2 · 2:10 PM – 2:20 PM
Briefing & Theme Reveal
MILESTONEIntroduction to the competition rules, explanation of allowed AI tools, and judging criteria. The creative theme for the short film is revealed.
Day 2 · 2:20 PM – 2:35 PM
Day 2 · 2:20 PM – 2:35 PM
Ideation & Story Planning
MILESTONETeams brainstorm and develop their story concept, script outline, and visual style. AI tools can be used for script writing and concept generation.
Day 2 · 2:35 PM – 3:35 PM
Day 2 · 2:35 PM – 3:35 PM
AI Film Creation
DEADLINEThe core production phase. Teams generate scenes, characters, environments, voice narration, and music to compile a 2–3 minute cinematic film.
Day 2 · 3:35 PM – 3:50 PM
Day 2 · 3:35 PM – 3:50 PM
Final Editing & Submission
DEADLINETeams finalize their film, edit scenes, adjust pacing, and export the final video. Films must be submitted through the designated portal.
Day 2 · 3:50 PM – 4:00 PM
Day 2 · 3:50 PM – 4:00 PM
Quick Screening & Wrap-up
FINALSelected submissions are previewed briefly. Judges begin evaluation based on creativity, storytelling, visual quality, and AI tool usage.