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THE LAST ARTIST

METACANNES NEXT: AI CINEMA // PRESENTED BY THE SQUAD

Curated by Jordan Bayne

SYNOPSIS

A sneak peek segment of the full length AI feature length film from Dustin Hollywood.

In a future where artificial intelligence has surpassed human creativity, Tanaka stands as the last artist wielding a brush in a world dominated by digital perfection. His traditional paintings, rich with emotion and imperfection, clash with the cold precision of AI-generated art. As society favors efficiency over authenticity, Tanaka’s work is pushed to the brink of obscurity. The film explores Tanaka’s struggle to maintain the relevance of human-made art through his tumultuous relationship with CAIRA, an advanced AI with a curious interest in understanding the depth behind human creativity after being upgraded with the only sentient chip in existence. Part of a plan Tanaka embarks on that could change the future of humanity as we know it.. again. Their partnership culminates in a masterpiece of desperation, love and technology, bridging the gap between human emotion and AI precision, and sparking a heated debate across the galaxy about the value and definition of true art. As Tanaka and CAIRA navigate their complex relationship, they confront MOBIUS, a powerful corporation aiming to monopolize artistic expression through AI, led by the enigmatic and ruthless Roland Mobius.

In the face of mounting pressure from MOBIUS and society’s shifting allegiances, Tanaka finds himself at a crossroads: sell his artistic essence to ensure his legacy in a digital future or stand firm in his beliefs, even if it means fading into obscurity. His journey is a reflection on the essence of creativity, the unyielding spirit of the human heart, and the question of what it means to leave a mark on a world that is constantly evolving beyond human understanding. As Tanaka’s story unfolds, it becomes clear that the battle is not just for the survival of traditional art but for the preservation of human identity and emotional depth in a rapidly changing existence that has lost that human touch. The film, rich in visual and thematic contrast, paints a hauntingly beautiful picture of resilience, hope, and the indomitable nature of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming dominance.

FILMMAKER Q&A following screening

CAST & CREDITS

DIRECTOR

Dustin Hollywood

TOOLS & PROGRAMS USED

Midjourney – RunwayML – ElevenLabs – Stable Diffusion – Suno AI – Magnific AI – OpenAI

ChatGPT – Artlist – Adobe Premiere Pro + Photoshop – Pika Labs – Topaz Labs