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David Bowie 'Starman' Fan-Made CGI Music Video with AI (10 Years Remembered)

[HPP] John SchulmanJanuary 10, 20266 min
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Video Purpose and Inspiration

  • πŸ’‘ The video was created for cathartic reasons, aiming to bring back the hope and goodness associated with David Bowie, especially 10 years after his passing.
  • 🎢 Originally intended for a cover version of "Starman" by Garbage, the creator decided to use the original song to express personal thoughts about Bowie.

Creation Process and Technology

  • πŸ› οΈ An American visual effects artist spent 10 months and $3,127.99 to produce this video from concept to posting.
  • πŸ’» The video utilizes CGI for every shot, with AI incorporated for specific shots that would otherwise be too slow or expensive to render in full CGI.
  • ✨ The creator emphasizes that every single shot was put together by human hand on a computer, ensuring a personal touch.

Addressing AI Misconceptions

  • ⚠️ The creator addresses the term "AI slop," clarifying that it refers to auto-generated content for quick profit, which this video is explicitly not.
  • βœ… Nothing in this video was auto-generated; elements were either designed by the creator, purchased from modelers, or served as homages to films and Bowie's collaborators.

Artistic Intent and Usage

  • 🎨 This video is presented as fan art and an artistic expression, primarily intended to entertain David Bowie's fans and for the creator's personal satisfaction.
  • 🚫 It is not meant for direct commercial use or sale, serving instead as a demonstration piece of the artist's skills.
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David BowieStarman (song)Music Video ProductionCGI AnimationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Visual Effects ArtistryFan ArtDigital Art2001: A Space OdysseyThe Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from MarsLabyrinth (film)
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