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AI & Cinema: Curious Refuge, AI Parodies & Director Wes Anderson!


Caleb & Shelby
Caleb & Shelby

Suddenly it seems AI (Artificial Intelligence) is everywhere and most of us have access to it in some version.

Has with anything new in technology everyone is wringing their hands over the negative possibilities.

And you and I can be sure that someone is already using AI for evil and to harm others.

Whatever sinful mankind creates or touches is tainted with evil.

One of the more obvious applications is video or Cinema.

Youtube is now exploding with all things AI and perhaps one of the more fun and interesting is the parodies of famous actors, people and directors.

One of the movie styles being parodied is that of Director Wes Anderson.


Who Is Wes Anderson?

Wes Anderson is known for the quirky and humorous films which include ‘The Royal Tenenbaums,’ ‘The Darjeeling Limited,’ ‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ and ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel.’

"Wes Anderson is an American film director whose works feature a recurring ensemble of actors, including Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson, Bill Murray and Jason Schwartzman. He is known for quirky, comical movies with flawed characters, with projects ranging from The Royal Tenenbaums and The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou to Moonrise Kingdom and The Grand Budapest Hotel. Anderson has also enjoyed success with the stop-motion animated films Fantastic Mr. Fox and Isle of Dogs..." from the article: Wes Anderson


Asteroid City - Official Trailer - In Select Theaters June 16, Everywhere June 23

Video from Focus Features


"ASTEROID CITY takes place in a fictional American desert town circa 1955. Synopsis: The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events." from video introduction


Wes Anderson Movies
Wes Anderson Movies

Wes Anderson’s Harry Potter? All the AI Wes Anderson Parodies, Ranked


Wes Anderson’s The Bible

Wes Anderson’s Harry Potter

Wes Anderson’s Lord of the Rings/The Whimsical Fellowship

Wes Anderson’s 1980s Avengers

Wes Anderson’s Star Wars/ The Galactic Menagerie


"With AI taking over the imaginations of the media and entertainment industries, it’s hard not to encounter someone pushing the latest ChatGPT hack or AI breakthrough. One trend that has proven popular is using AI to simulate the style of well-known properties like Aliens and popular artists like musicians, actors, and filmmakers.


At their most innocuous, AI parodies are fun, trivial things to look at for a few seconds on your Twitter timeline before scrolling to the next cute animal video or TikTok dance trend. At their worst, they represent an existential threat to human creativity and originality. These Wes Anderson AI parodies seem to fall in the middle: they’re fun to look at, for sure, but they also suggest a terrible trend of co-opting a director’s distinct visual style and making something seem new while really being a fancy rip-off. Nevertheless, we rank all of the Rushmore director’s AI “tributes” and parodies, from the awful to the sublime.


Lord of the Rings by Wes Anderson Trailer | The Whimsical Fellowship

Video from Curious Refuge


"Curious about how we created this? Visit our site: https://curiousrefuge.com/ai-filmmaking

Embark on a fantastical journey to Middle-earth reimagined through the eccentric and charming lens of Wes Anderson in "The Whimsical Fellowship." This delightful fan-made trailer offers a fresh and whimsical take on the classic Lord of the Rings saga, blending Anderson's signature visual style with J.R.R. Tolkien's epic narrative. Follow the adventures of Frodo Baggins, Gandalf, and the rest of the whimsical fellowship as they traverse a world filled with pastel-hued landscapes, symmetrical compositions, and quirky inhabitants. Witness the unlikely heroes face off against the dark forces of Sauron in a quest to destroy the One Ring, all while exuding the charm and quirkiness that can only be found in a Wes Anderson creation. From the quaint and idyllic Shire to the majestic and intricate architecture of Rivendell, "The Whimsical Fellowship" pays homage to both the beloved Lord of the Rings trilogy and Anderson's iconic filmography. Join us in celebrating the magic of storytelling and the power of imagination with this one-of-a-kind fan edit. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more spellbinding content. Venture forth, and may your journey be filled with whimsy! Created by Artificial Intelligence, Caleb Ward, Shelby Ward, and Tyler Smith." from video introduction


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