GRX Journal

Tunisha Singleton Tunisha Singleton

From Pixels to Powerful Change: Photogrammetry Revolutionizing Social Justice Efforts with GRX and USC Bass Labs

On October 18th, the USC Charlotta Bass Journalism & Justice Lab was warmly received at the Fisher Museum for a captivating and illuminating session on photogrammetry. This engaging event, expertly led by GRX Immersive labs, aimed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to drive social change through this innovative technique.

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Oscar Torres Oscar Torres

Unleashing Creativity with AI-Generated Film Trailers for Cult Classics Dracula & Frankenstein

Fast forward to the current rapid progress of AI – my emotions are mixed, yet I believe we can channel these emerging technologies to foster discussions, oversight, and even level playing fields. After six months of experimenting with Midjourney for pitch decks, GRX Immersive Labs recently delved into crafting AI-generated film trailers for "Dracula" and "Frankenstein" using tools like Midjourney and Runway ML. These tools expedite video creation in a fraction of the time traditional methods demand. While this isn't a complete substitute for tradition, it undoubtedly aids in time-saving and enhances artists' communication with their teams.

Our motivation to explore these tools came after reading insightful blogs and watching YouTube videos. To better understand the pros and cons, I engaged my long-time friend and editor, Don Thiel. Together, we've cut ripomatics from stock footage to pitch ideas to Netflix, leading to meetings and excitement. Wanting to blend this skill with generative AI, we took on the challenge of recreating public domain titles like Dracula and Frankenstein.

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