The AI Man (or, a Buster and Sally Meet-Cute Redux) - A new AI-Powered Short Film Reimagines a Silent Film Classic

The AI Man brings the 1928 Buster Keaton classic film, The Cameraman, into the modern age, following artificial intelligence enthusiast Buster, and his meet-cute romance with the internet-savvy Sally.

Hello everyone:

Each year on 1 January, the certain films, music, books, and works of art enter the public domain, becoming free for anyone to use.

This year, one of the works which entered public domain was the 1928 Buster Keaton silent film, The Cameraman. This delightful film follows Buster as he tries to utilize his new camera to get a regular job, in order to win over his crush, Sally.

In this modern-day redux, Buster and Sally’s meet-cute is reimagined with a twist of artificial intelligence. Buster, now an AI enthusiast, navigates the complexities of modern technology and the world, while internet-savvy Sally becomes intrigued by Buster’s old-world charm.

Their paths cross in a series of humorous and heartwarming encounters, mirroring the original’s slapstick comedy. The film cleverly juxtaposes the simplicity of the past with today’s high-tech world, offering a fresh perspective on love and connection in the digital age.

The AI Man a delightful blend of nostalgia and innovation, capturing the essence of the original while making it relevant for contemporary audiences, becoming a testament to the timeless nature of human connection, irrespective of the era or technology.

The AI Man (or, a Buster and Sally Meet-Cute Redux):

This film is now on The Internet Archive as part of the Public Domain Day celebrations, and I’d love it if you could watch the film and leave a review on there, please. We could win a prize!

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Enjoy the film, and clear skies!

James

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