AI Film Club: 03/12
Monthly screenings, technical deep-dives, and creative experiments with AI tools transforming film and media production.
Join us for the 2026 launch of BC AI Film Club – a community-driven space where filmmakers, VFX artists, editors, writers, and creative technologists explore AI tools transforming the film industry.
We combine film screenings with technical deep-dives, creative experiments, and real talk about how AI is changing production, post, distribution, and storytelling itself.
This is about filmmakers taking control of the tools, understanding what's possible, and deciding how we want to use them.
Who Should Come?
Filmmakers & Creators: Directors, producers, cinematographers, editors, VFX artists, sound designers, screenwriters
Technologists: AI researchers, software engineers, technical artists, creative technologists
Students & Emerging: Film students, career transitioners, aspiring filmmakers, creative experimenters
Industry Professionals: Established filmmakers exploring AI, production company reps, festival programmers
All levels welcome. Whether you're AI-curious or already deep in generative workflows, there's space for you here.
AI Tools We Explore
Scriptwriting: AI writing assistants, character development, story structure
Visual Production: Runway, Pika, Veo, Kling, Midjourney, ComfyUI
Post-Production: AI editing, color grading, VFX generation, enhancement
Audio & Music: Udio, Suno, ElevenLabs, sound effect generation
Marketing: Trailer generation, social media content, audience analytics
Hosts:
Kevin Friel (Co-Lead) – Nera Studios founder, VFX artist, AI film production specialist with 25+ years traditional + cutting-edge generative workflows. The "Punk Rock AI" guy.
Community Support: Brian Hockenstein, Luke Minaker, Mayumi R and active member volunteers
Our Philosophy
Human Creativity First – AI as tool, not replacement. Artist maintains creative control. Artistic integrity paramount.
Transparency – Disclose AI usage. Be honest about capabilities and limitations. Share learnings openly.
Collaboration – Support fellow filmmakers. Share knowledge generously. Build together, not compete.
Accessibility – Tools for all budget levels. Democratize filmmaking technology. Support emerging creators.
Community Culture
150 filmmakers and creatives in our WhatsApp community. Active discussions about tools, techniques, collaborations, and creative experiments.
Monthly screenings since June 2025. Planning 2nd Annual BC AI Film Festival for October 2026. Building BC as a creative AI filmmaking hub.
How to Participate
Attend the Screening: Show up, watch, discuss, connect
Join WhatsApp Group: Ongoing tool tips, collaboration, support
Share Your Work: Bring projects, experiments, questions, creative energy
No membership fees. No gatekeeping. Just filmmakers exploring the future together.
What Members Say
"The Film Club has completely changed how I approach post-production. I'm doing VFX work that would have cost tens of thousands a year ago."
"Finally a space where we can actually experiment with these tools without the hype or the fear. Just filmmakers figuring it out together."
"Kevin's 'Punk Rock AI' philosophy really resonates. We're using the master's tools to tell our own stories."
AI Film Club is where filmmakers take control of the future. Come watch films. Learn tools. Make stuff. Connect with other creators doing the same.
See you at the screening.
FAQ for Luma Page
Q: Do I need to know anything about AI to attend? A: Nope! All levels welcome. Whether you're AI-curious or already deep in generative workflows, there's space for you.
Q: Is this just about AI-generated films? A: No. We explore AI tools across the entire filmmaking process - writing, pre-production, production, post, distribution, marketing. And we watch films that engage with AI themes, not just films made with AI.
Q: I'm a [writer/director/editor/etc]. Is this relevant to me? A: Yes. AI tools exist for every part of the filmmaking process. Whatever your role, there are tools worth exploring.
Q: Will I need to bring a laptop? A: Not required, but welcome if you want to participate in hands-on experiments.
Q: Can I bring a project to get feedback? A: Absolutely! Community showcases are part of our format.
Q: Is there a WhatsApp group? A: Yes! 127+ members. Request invite at the event or through BC AI channels.
Q: How much does it cost? A: [Free / Pay-what-you-can / Donation-based - TBD based on your model]
Q: Where exactly is the venue? A: [Location details once confirmed]
Q: Is this affiliated with any companies? A: We're part of the BC AI ecosystem - a community-driven, non-profit organization building BC's AI community. No corporate sponsorship dictating content.
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