

The AI/XR Podcast June 6th, 2025 ft. Bryn Mooser, founder of Asteria Studio
Jun 9, 2025
Bryn Mooser, founder of Asteria Studio and a veteran of the documentary world with XTR, dives into the captivating fusion of AI and filmmaking. He shares insights on how AI can enhance creativity rather than replace it, discussing a groundbreaking hybrid live-action AI film. The conversation touches on democratizing filmmaking for small teams and exploring the philosophical implications of AI art. Mooser also highlights the potential for a new golden age of storytelling, balanced against concerns for job displacement in the evolving industry.
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Hybrid Live-Action AI Film
- Asteria Studio is making a hybrid live-action AI film with Jaron Lanier, blending AI and traditional filmmaking.
- The film explores a matrix-like story using AI-powered visuals incorporated with live-action shots.
AI as Filmmaker's Partner
- AI in filmmaking should augment human creativity rather than replace it.
- Directors want AI as a collaborative tool to maintain creative control, not full automation.
Senegal Filmmaker's AI Success
- Bryn Mooser met adolescent filmmaker Hussein Demboul in Senegal, who made a viral AI-generated film.
- Hussein represents a new wave of global filmmakers empowered by AI to tell unique stories.