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I Got Early Access to Runway 4.5 + Kling AI Demo

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Dec 16, 2025
The latest AI video tools are put to the test, revealing exciting innovations and some quirky results. The hosts tackle fun prompts like a meal-prep ad and even a T-Rex on Mars. They explore the strengths and limitations of Runway 4.5 and Kling's new models, debating increments in quality versus revolutionary breaks. Notably, they discuss the public's reaction to AI-driven ads, highlighting concerns over content quality. The episode wraps up with insights on how AI should enhance creative processes, not replace them.
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INSIGHT

Runway 4.5 Is Incremental, Not Revolutionary

  • Runway Gen 4.5 is a clear incremental improvement, not a radical leap over current top models.
  • Matt warns demos are often cherry-picked and real testing reveals true capability.
ANECDOTE

Benchmark Prompts: Monkey And T‑Rex Tests

  • Matt uses “monkey on roller skates” as a longtime benchmark for video model progress.
  • He also tests a T-Rex in mittens making brownies to probe multi-element prompts.
ADVICE

Use ChatGPT To Flesh Out Prompts

  • Use ChatGPT to expand vague text prompts into rich cinematic prompts with camera and lighting details.
  • Paste the fleshed-out prompt into video models for more consistent results.
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