Produce 3D animation short film in one week using SayMotion Beta
Independent Filmmaking
Virtual Production
SayMotion: Generative AI text to motion prompts based on storyboarding
Reallusion-> DeepMotion-> iClone-> Unreal Engine
Storyboard, iterate, and produce a 3D cinematic short film animation within a week
Use the SayMotion Beta to quickly craft unique 3D human motion animations
A fully realized animated film produced within an exceptionally short timeframe
Machine Method Studios embarked on an ambitious project, utilizing SayMotion's beta tool to create an animated short film within a week.
This narrative serves as a testament to the efficiency and transformative potential of SayMotion for storyboarding and production. Creating 3D animation has traditionally been a complex and time-consuming process, dominated by techniques like keyframing, motion capture, and the use of stock libraries. Innovative technologies like SayMotion are evolving these production pipelines, making them more efficient and accessible. By condensing the traditional timeline and simplifying the workflow, Machine Method Studios demonstrated how new technologies can streamline the animation process.
For creators and studios seeking to streamline their production pipelines and unleash their creative vision, this story offers valuable insights into the practical application of emerging tools like SayMotion.
The challenge was clear: to storyboard, iterate, and produce a compelling animated short film within the confines of SayMotion's beta platform—all within the span of just one week.
The creator aimed to produce a complete short film as a single person production pipeline, covering all aspects of production—scriptwriting, character design, rendering, sound design, and animation. Traditionally, this is a monumental task that could stretch over several weeks to months. However, by leveraging SayMotion's text-to-motion, the entire process took just one week.
Navigating the intricacies of a beta tool while maintaining the integrity of the creative vision presented a formidable task. However, the team at Machine Method Studios embraced the challenge head-on.
To tackle the challenge, Machine Method Studios implemented a streamlined workflow that balanced creativity with efficiency. They began by conceptualizing the narrative and storyboard, mapping out each scene and character interaction in detail. Traditional keyframing is time-consuming and not accessible to everyday creators. Motion capture, while providing excellent results, requires expensive equipment, significant space, and actors, followed by extensive cleanup.
SayMotion offered a faster, more affordable solution. Additionally, stock libraries, though helpful, can be costly and may lack specific animations. SayMotion's extensive Gen-AI animation model filled this gap, offering animations that are typically hard to find or absent in conventional libraries.
Next came the implementation phase, where SayMotion's text-to-motion functionality took center stage. Leveraging this innovative tool, the team translated their storyboard into dynamic animations, breathing life into their vision with each keystroke.
Throughout the production process, SayMotion's beta platform proved to be a reliable companion, offering intuitive controls and seamless integration with the studio's existing workflow. Despite occasional hiccups inherent to beta testing, the team pressed forward, undeterred by obstacles and fueled by their collective passion for animation.
SayMotion is currently in a Beta and has a lot of upcoming improvements and changes including expanding the already expansive motion model, adding more robust AI tools for merging animations together for smoother storytelling and much more!
The outcome was remarkable—a fully realized animated film produced within an exceptionally short timeframe. This accomplishment showcased SayMotion's potential and demonstrated Machine Method Studios' ability to adapt and innovate in the evolving landscape of animation production. By pushing the boundaries of what's possible with beta technology, Machine Method Studios set a precedent for creative exploration and experimentation. Their success serves as a testament to the transformative power of collaboration between technology and creativity, paving the way for future endeavors in animation and beyond.
Despite the overwhelming advantages, there were areas the creator hoped to see enhancements:
SayMotion empowers creators to produce high-quality content swiftly and affordably, breaking down barriers that traditionally hinder independent and small-scale creators. As technologies like SayMotion continue to evolve, the potential for creative innovation expands, promising a future where the only limit is one's imagination.
