AI for Founders: Vibe Coding a Movie with Fernanda
Episode Summary
In this episode, Ryan and Fernanda push vibe coding into new creative territory: making a movie with AI. Inspired by emerging platforms like Google’s VEO, they explore how anyone can create cinematic experiences without a $100M Hollywood budget. From car chases and philosophical villains to psychedelic imagery and Wes Anderson–style symmetry, this conversation unpacks how AI unlocks storytelling for everyone.
Key Takeaways
- AI democratizes filmmaking: You no longer need huge budgets to create cinematic experiences.
- Core story concept: An artist named Art runs from his ego, personified as the Queen of Golden Diamonds.
- Conflict framework: Internal struggle mirrored in external chases and surreal environments.
- Creative choices: Sci-fi visionary tone, lush Yucatan setting, psychedelic visuals, dense philosophical dialogue.
- Framework for AI movie creation:
Frameworks Highlighted
- Vibe Coding Framework: Start with intention → ask questions to flesh out → refine ideas with playful constraints.
- Creative Development Loop: Internal (psychological) conflict + external (visual) spectacle = resonance.
- AI Fluency Model: Use tools in fun, low-stakes settings → build literacy → apply at high stakes when it matters.
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