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AI is blowing up Adland’s old rules - László Gaál shows how


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What happens when a veteran colorist with two decades of experience discovers the world of generative AI? For Laszl Gaál, it sparked a transformative journey from traditional post-production specialist to pioneering AI filmmaker creating viral spec commercials that blur the line between human and machine creativity.

Gaál's approach challenges conventional wisdom about creative control. Rather than treating AI as a tool to be mastered, he embraces its unpredictability, likening it to "a crazy creative director from another planet" whose suggestions might seem bizarre but often lead to unexpected brilliance. This philosophy shines through in his viral Porsche spec ad, which evolved organically from a simple test into a charming story about a family with extraordinary neck-turning abilities admiring generations of the iconic cars. The ad's behind-the-scenes montage proved so realistic that industry professionals couldn't distinguish it from actual footage.

The conversation explores the rapidly evolving landscape of AI creativity, where tools that didn't exist three months ago now set industry standards. Gaál offers valuable insights for both established filmmakers and newcomers, emphasizing that dedicated experimentation remains more valuable than computing power or technical shortcuts. As we navigate this new frontier where execution barriers have fallen, the fundamental challenge shifts from "what can we create?" to "what should we create?" While acknowledging concerns about identity and verification, Gaál remains optimistic about humanity's unique ability to understand what resonates with other humans and to recognize superior creative outputs among countless AI-generated possibilities.

Ready to explore the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence? Join us for this fascinating discussion that will transform how you think about storytelling in the age of AI.

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Hairy Topics by AI CREATEBy David Webster