2025 Sparknify Human vs. AI Film Festival ()

Inizio del Festival: 17 maggio 2025      Festival si chiude: 17 maggio 2025

2025 Sparknify Human vs. AI Film Festival

Welcome to the 2025 parknify Human vs. AI Film Festival, a groundbreaking event at the intersection of art, technology, and humanity.

Taking place in the heart of Silicon Valley—home to some of the world’s most significant advancements in AI generative video production—this festival celebrates the synergy between cutting-edge technology and the timeless essence of human creativity.

This year’s festival spotlights two distinct categories of films:

1. AI-Generated Films: This category showcases the revolutionary capabilities of artificial intelligence in film creation. The winning film will be the one that most convincingly mirrors human realism, seamlessly blurring the line between machine-generated art and human ingenuity.

2. Human-Created Films: Here, the spotlight shines on the unmistakable touch of humanity. The winner will embody the most “humanistic” qualities, evoking emotions and storytelling in a way only a human filmmaker can achieve—leaving no doubt that it was crafted by human hands and hearts.

The Sparknify Human vs. AI Film Festival is not just a celebration of films but also a conversation about the delicate balance between preserving intrinsic human spirit and embracing generative technological innovation. Join us as we explore the future of storytelling, where machines and humans together redefine the art of cinema.

Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and amazed. This is where the future of filmmaking takes shape—see you in Silicon Valley!

Premi in contanti: 3,000$

Sparknify Humanity Award
Best Picture
Best AI Film

Human-Produced Films

​As AI reshapes film production, it brings existential challenges to both the industry and humanity. More than ever, it is crucial to celebrate the unique storytelling and creativity that define us as humans. We seek visionary creators dedicated to safeguarding humanity for a flourishing future.

​​​​​Length:
1 to 15 minutes (including credits)

Equipment and Tools:
Use conventional video cameras and lighting equipment for filming, with computer editing software permitted for post-production. All narrations and dialogue must be authentic recordings of human voices. Music soundtracks and sound effects must not be AI-generated. The use of AI-generative tools at any stage of production is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification. While the use of images or video from CAD or 3D modeling software is allowed, it is strongly discouraged.

AI-Generated Films

​AI-generated films showcase the innovation of AI technology, transforming storytelling and reshaping creativity. We celebrate this progress and seek visionary creators who excel in using these tools to craft narratives that not only pass the Turing Test but to capture the essence of humanity.

Length:

1 to 15 minutes (including credits)

Equipment and Tools:
The entire film must be created using one or more AI-generative tools such as Runway, Visla, Kling, Hailuo, or other AI-driven synthesis platforms. Computer editing software is allowed for post-production, but special effects may not be introduced. All narrations and dialogue must be AI-generated from text produced by AI. Music soundtracks and sound effects must also be entirely computer-generated. The use of images or videos from CAD or 3D modeling software is prohibited.