The Indie Film Studio Pioneering AI-Powered 'Synth-Assisted Production' - Decrypt

Pigeon Shrine, a "synth-assisted production" studio, is using AI tools and other technologies to revolutionize the film production process by prioritizing visual effects work upfront and streamlining workflows, creating a healthier and more productive environment for everyone involved, according to CEO Tom Paton. This approach aims to create more job opportunities in the industry while also allowing for indie budgets to produce films with a sense of scale.

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Posted 9/4/2023, 2:01:01 PM