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Independent Singapore
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Independent Singapore
With ‘Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao,' Malaysia's Future Studios and Singapore's FizzDragon create the first totally AI-generated movie in history
MALAYSIA: Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao, a Chinese-language film by Malaysia's Future Studios and Singapore's FizzDragon, was announced on April 24, as reported by CNA. Photo: YouTube/Pirate Queen Zheng Yi Sao It marks a milestone as the very first full-length movie ever created using artificial intelligence. AI-generated content The film was made entirely with AI-generated content (AIGC) using machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing. People from 12 different nations came together to produce the film, using AI tools for scene generation, screenplay editing, animation, and post-production. True story The true story of Zheng Yi Sao, also known as Ching Shih, who was compelled to become a prostitute after coming from a fishing family, is told in Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao. After her pirate husband, Zheng Yi, passed away, this incredible woman, Zheng Yi Sao, didn't just sit around. The widow then made a decision to step up and take charge of his enormous Red Flag Fleet. Not only did she keep going, she also became one of the most successful female pirates ever. Pros of AI At the official premiere of the film on April 24 at TGV KLCC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Professor Yoki Chin, president of Future Studios and the film's executive producer, said 'Pirate Queen' shows it's possible to make a movie with fully AI-generated visuals. Chin is really excited about this. He said this AI movie is the beginning of something totally new in filmmaking. He thinks AI can help tell all sorts of different stories, be more creative, and share different cultures. In addition, he said future films will keep on improving, whether they use AI for all or just some parts. More ways to be creative Furthermore, Chin said that AI will not replace filmmakers, but AI will be a new tool to allow users to have more ways to be creative and express themselves. He sees this as more than just a film; it's part of a bigger movement, a shared push into the future. 'This 'Pirate Queen' movie has really put Malaysia in the spotlight. It's like the world is watching to see what we can do,' he said. Mixing things up He and his team are also thinking about mixing things up for future projects. Like, maybe getting real actors involved, or even using good old 3D animation, but then using AI to make the backgrounds look extra cool and detailed. Chin made an announcement that after the big premiere, netizens can catch 'Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao' in cinemas around June or July this year. One of the most prosperous pirates in history, Zheng Yi Sao was born Shi Yang in Guangdong, China, in came from a humble background and likely worked in a floating brothel in Canton.
CNA
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Singapore-Malaysia production Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao said to be world's first fully AI-generated movie
Malaysia's Future Studios and Singapore's FizzDragon announced their Chinese-language movie Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao on Apr 24, which they say is the world's first artificial intelligence (AI)-generated feature film. The film's visuals were fully created using AI-generated content (AIGC), powered by technologies like machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing. Produced by local talents and international collaborators from 12 countries, the team also used AI tools for scene generation, script editing, animation and post-production. Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao tells the true story of Zheng Yi Sao, also known as Ching Shih, who came from a fisherman's family and was forced into prostitution. After the death of her husband and pirate chief Zheng Yi, she inherited his Red Flag Fleet and rose to become one of history's most successful female pirates. At the official launch of the film at TGV KLCC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Apr 24, Professor Yoki Chin, president of Future Studios and the movie's executive producer said that the film demonstrates the possibility of a movie with fully AI-generated visuals. 'It's the beginning of a new era for filmmaking where AI becomes a tool for cultural storytelling, innovation and inclusive narratives,' said Chin. 'Our next work, whether using AI only partially, or fully like this one, will only keep getting better.'
Malay Mail
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
World's first fully AI-generated film: Malaysia's Future Studios and Singapore's FizzDragon make history with ‘Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao'
KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 — Malaysian creative tech frontrunner Future Studios unveiled the historical epic Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao yesterday, which is claimed to be the world's first fully artificial intelligence (AI)-generated feature film. Co-produced with Singapore-based FizzDragon, the movie is also said to be the world's first AI-generated Chinese-language film. Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao follows the real-life story of Zheng Yi Sao, also known as Ching Shih, who was born in a fisherman's family and forced into prostitution. She eventually married the pirate chief Zheng Yi and after his death, she assumed control of his Red Flag Fleet and rose to become a formidable female pirate. The visual content of the film was created entirely using AI-generated content (AIGC), employing multiple AI core technologies such as machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing. The production team, comprising local talents and international collaborators from 12 countries, also used AI tools for scene generation, script editing, animation modelling and digital post-processing. Future Studios president and the movie's executive producer Professor Yoki Chin said the film demonstrates that a movie with fully AI-generated visuals is possible. Future Studios president and the movie's executive producer Professor Yoki Chin said the film stands to demonstrate that a movie with fully AI-generated visuals is possible. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa 'This is not just a film — it's a movement. 'It's the beginning of a new era for filmmaking where AI becomes a tool for cultural storytelling, innovation and inclusive narratives,' Yoki said during the official launch of the film at TGV KLCC, here, yesterday. 'Now with the release of Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao, the world has its eyes on Malaysia. 'Our next work, whether using AI only partially, or fully like this one, will only keep getting better. 'We are also interested in trying techniques such as employing real-life talent, or using traditional 3D animation and modelling, but supplemented by AI-enhanced or generated backgrounds. National Film Development Corporation (Finas) chairman Datuk Hans Isaac (4th right) attends the launch of the film at TGV KLCC April 24, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa 'AI is not here to replace us, but to give us more options for creative expression,' he added. Following its preview, Yoki said Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao is slated for a full theatrical release in June or July this year.
Malay Mail
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Finas to spotlight Malaysian cinema in Beijing with mini film fest this year
KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 — The National Film Development Corporation (Finas) is planning to host a mini film festival in Beijing, China this year, its chairman Datuk Hans Isaac said today. Hans said the festival is expected to feature between 10 and 15 Malaysian films. Finas, he said, is currently discussing the matter with its counterparts and other relevant stakeholders in China. Hans made the announcement at the premiere of Chinese film, Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao, which claims to be the world's first artificial intelligence (AI)-generated film. 'Many AI creators in Malaysia and around the region have worked in this film. 'By 2030, AI is expected to increase South-east Asia's GDP by USD$1 trillion (RM4.4 trillion) and it is something that Malaysia should look at as the frontrunner of AI around the world,' he said. Citing the blockbuster success of Blood Brothers: Bara Naga, Hans congratulated veteran producer and director Datuk Yusof Haslam and his team and said that the film's remarkable box office run proved that the standards of Malaysian movies have increased. Directed by Syafiq Yusof and Abhilash Chandra, the action-packed film grossed RM9.2 million within just two days of screening nationwide.
