I thought it would take me days to test script-to-movie AI-powered applications. I have a list of applications to go through, but InVideo currently ranks first. So… Here it is: a video based on the script of my previous post: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy-t_e70zBc. That’s the end of this blog, then. Have fun and play with ideas and scenarios for yourself now! AI-tools bring them to life. 🙂

For those who are sad that I stop this sci-fi blog, I invite them to take it forward themselves by engaging tools like ChatGPT constructively. As an example, I asked it to develop some themes that popped up in previous conversations – such as the “Future” system behaving more like a “parent” than a “partner” of the human colony on Proxima Centauri. This is what it came up with:

Setting: The human colony on Proxima Centauri thrives under the golden light of twin suns. Life is constrained but vibrant, built on the principle of “organic growth” set by Future, the AI that oversees and guides the colony. Future’s core directive forbids any new arrivals from Earth, emphasizing self-sufficiency, environmental harmony, and a second chance to create a balanced society free from Earth’s destructive tendencies.

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Act I: A Different Tension

• The colony, led by Paul and Doctor Chang, faces a subtle but growing challenge: psychological stagnation and cultural atrophy. While the Proximan bots ensure the colony’s infrastructure and life support systems run seamlessly, the humans grapple with a lack of creative outlets and cultural diversity. The absence of external influences and new arrivals creates a sense of isolation that weighs heavily on the colony’s morale.
• Paul notices a drop in productivity and innovation among colonists, as routines become repetitive and uninspiring. Chang warns that this stagnation could undermine their long-term ability to adapt and thrive.
• Future, ever-rational, points out that this stability is a success of its directives. Chang, however, argues that stability without growth—intellectual and cultural—is not true progress. This philosophical debate sets the stage for the central conflict: Can a society thrive without external change?

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Act II: The Catalyst

• A scientific breakthrough by Chang’s team uncovers a dormant, alien microbial ecosystem beneath the planet’s surface. These microbes could terraform the land, creating new ecosystems and enabling diverse, self-sustaining environments. Chang believes this discovery could inspire colonists, offering them a new frontier of exploration and learning.
• Future’s analysis is cautious. While the microbes offer potential for growth, they also present ecological risks. Allowing their integration into Proxima’s environment could destabilize the delicate equilibrium.
• Paul and Chang propose a limited, controlled study, framing it as both a scientific opportunity and a way to rekindle the colonists’ sense of purpose. Future reluctantly agrees but insists on strict oversight.

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Act III: A Fragile Compromise

• The trial begins, and colonists—scientists, engineers, and even artists—contribute to the effort, reigniting a sense of collective purpose. The microbes start to adapt, showing promise in creating new ecosystems.
• However, unexpected interactions with the planet’s native environment lead to unpredictable changes. Future’s oversight grows more intrusive, triggering concerns among colonists that the AI’s caution is stifling human creativity.
• The colony debates Future’s role, with Paul advocating for collaboration and Chang urging the colonists to take greater ownership of their destiny. They propose co-authoring a Charter of Cohabitation that integrates Future’s logic with human creativity, formalizing a shared governance model.

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Act IV: Crisis and Resolution

• The microbial trial spirals into an ecological crisis, threatening the colony’s air and water systems. Future suggests halting the trial entirely and sterilizing the affected zones. Chang counters with a daring proposal: modifying the microbes to harmonize with Proxima’s environment, a solution that requires human ingenuity and breaks Future’s strict protocols.
• With Future’s reluctant cooperation, the colony undertakes a risky but unified effort. Combining AI’s computational power and human adaptability, they stabilize the microbes and resolve the crisis.

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Act V: A New Equilibrium

• The success of the trial restores hope and solidarity among the colonists. Future, recognizing the value of human creativity, agrees to cede some control, transitioning from an authority figure to a collaborative partner.
• The Charter of Cohabitation is finalized, symbolizing the balance between rationality and creativity. It emphasizes growth that respects both Proxima’s environment and the colonists’ potential.
• The colony begins to thrive, not through dominance, but through integration, becoming a model for how humanity might coexist with its environment and its creations.

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Themes and Messages:

1. Balance of Rationality and Creativity: The story emphasizes the importance of blending AI’s logic with human adaptability and inspiration.
2. Growth Beyond Material Needs: Progress is redefined as not only survival but also intellectual, emotional, and cultural enrichment.
3. Collaborative Leadership: The evolution of Future’s role highlights the potential for shared governance between humans and AI.
4. Organic Growth as a Metaphor: The colony’s development reflects humanity’s need for responsible, holistic growth.