Fondation Liban Cinema

AI in Film: A New Creative Dialogue is a project by Fondation Liban Cinéma, in partnership with Film London and supported by the British Council. It explores the creative and ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence in filmmaking through a cross-cultural co-production between Lebanon and the UK.
The program brings together emerging Lebanese directors and producers with UK-based writers, editors, and composers to co-create two short films, each under 15 minutes, using AI tools at every stage of the process.
Following open calls in both countries, two teams were selected. The first includes Lebanese director Guibert Najarian and producer Tracy Bou Farah, the second includes director Chady Younes and producer Rolly Dib.
In June, a two-day online workshop offered participants and the public practical insights into how AI can be applied across all stages of filmmaking, from development to animation to creative authorship. This was followed by a public panel discussion that explored AI’s growing role in the creative process, the ethical considerations it raises, and its potential implications for artists and filmmakers in Lebanon and beyond.
The teams are currently in pre-production and will soon move into filming and post-production. The final films are set to premiere at a UK festival in October 2025, followed by international screenings, including a public screening and discussion in Lebanon.