This film will be presented during the La Nuit du court event on March 22nd, 2025 at Concordia University.
This fictional short film takes viewers inside a Murano glass furnace in Venice, where glass artifacts from the 14th to 20th centuries come to life during a single night. Each artifact, imbued with a distinct personality, shares its unique history, offering new insights into Venice’s cultural legacy. Exploring the art of Murano glassmaking through magical realism, the film blends artistry, passion, and the timeless allure of glass, while showcasing the potential of AI to transform a traditional craft into a digital experience.
This fictional short film takes viewers inside a Murano glass furnace in Venice, where glass artifacts from the 14th to 20th centuries come to life during a single night. Each artifact, imbued with a distinct personality, shares its unique history, offering new insights into Venice’s cultural legacy. Exploring the art of Murano glassmaking through magical realism, the film blends artistry, passion, and the timeless allure of glass, while showcasing the potential of AI to transform a traditional craft into a digital experience.
Other festivals:
Venice Film Festival, AI Film Awards, Italy (2024)
Tehran International Short Film Festival, Iran (2024)
International Film Festival The Hague, Netherlands (2024)
Venice Film Festival, AI Film Awards, Italy (2024)
Tehran International Short Film Festival, Iran (2024)
International Film Festival The Hague, Netherlands (2024)
| Director | Carlo De Togni |
| Script | Luzia Ribeiro Da Costa |
| Artistic Direction | Carlo De Togni |
| Editing | Carlo De Togni |
| Sound | Carlo De Togni |
Session
• Université Concordia - H110, Pavillon Henry F. Hall
Saturday, march 22, 2025, 07:00 p.m. — 10:26 p.m.
Production
Carlo De Togni
Carlo De Togni is an innovative independent filmmaker who pioneers the integration of generative artificial intelligence with human creativity in storytelling. His work specializes in reimagining historical art through a contemporary lens, creating unique cinematic experiences that bridge past and present.
Through his careful balance of cutting-edge technology and artistic vision, De Togni stands at the forefront of digital storytelling innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of independent cinema while exploring the intersection between traditional artistry and technological advancement.
Biographical notes provided by the film production team
Through his careful balance of cutting-edge technology and artistic vision, De Togni stands at the forefront of digital storytelling innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of independent cinema while exploring the intersection between traditional artistry and technological advancement.
Biographical notes provided by the film production team
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In the same session
Université Concordia - H110, Pavillon Henry F. Hall
Saturday, march 22, 2025, 07:00 p.m.
