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GENflick: Celebrating Stories Powered by Creativity and AI
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School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design
8 January 2026
GENflick is a 48-hour creative sprint where filmmakers experiment, create, and bring bold ideas to life using generative AI. From emotional narratives to visually striking concepts, each film reflects new possibilities at the intersection of creativity and technology.
Student creating a GENflick AI microfilm, editing a scene of a robot eating at a busy hawker centre using video editing software
Celebrating Stories Powered by Creativity and AI
GENflick brought together creators from diverse backgrounds to explore how AI can shape storytelling in meaningful ways. The inaugural edition showcased microfilms that are thoughtful, inventive, and deeply personal — setting the benchmark for what this challenge can become.
We are proud to present the first GENflick winners and honourable mentions. Watch the winning microfilms that stood out, and stay tuned as GENflick returns in 2026 with even more creative energy.
Watch the Winning Microfilms
Watch the winning microfilms that impressed our judges with their storytelling, creativity, and use of AI.
GENflick Winners
Explore the stories that stood out. These GENflick winners turned ideas into powerful films, using AI to shape narratives, visuals, and greater possibilities for storytelling.
Best Use of AI
Open Category
Stuffed with Longing 酿乡愁
By Niki Wang Qianying, Jae Ng Jing Han
A thoughtful exploration of memory and emotion, using AI to enhance storytelling and mood.
Student Category
The Phoenix’s Door to New Beginnings
By Adrea Lim (NP), Sophia Ng (NP)
A symbolic and visually driven story that blends AI tools with narrative intention.
Best Picture
Open Category
The Last Bus
By Saravanan Sam
A visually striking microfilm with strong composition, pacing, and atmosphere.
Student Category
A.L.T
By Jerry Gao (NP)
A confident visual approach that elevates the story through cinematic framing and detail.
Best Character
Open Category
Stuffed with Longing 酿乡愁
By Niki Wang Qianying, Jae Ng Jing Han
A memorable central character that anchors the emotional journey.
Student Category
Celebrate Ordinary Heroes
By Hashireen D/O Abdul Khadar (RP), Davian Tan (RP), Sharveena D/O Nantha Kumar (RP)
A heartfelt tribute that brings everyday heroes to life with warmth and authenticity.
Best Story
Open Category
The Last Bus
By Saravanan Sam
A compelling narrative with emotional clarity and simplicity.
Student Category
A.L.T
By Jerry Gao (NP)
A well-structured story with a strong arc and clear thematic focus.
Honourable Mentions
These microfilms stood out for their originality, effort, and creative potential.
Open Category
CalypSO-097 — Azri Sufyan
PROJECT AMY — Mehraj Begum
AFTERLIFE — Angela Chan, Shawn Tan
New Beginning of Day — Dynax Yiu Wing Ho, Li Fung Yan
Student Category
The Shift — Aleesya Adriana Binte Roslee (RP), Wong Shi Qi Kiana (RP), Leya Ho Lok Nga (RP), Tan Teik Wen (RP)
Industry Partners
GENflick is made possible through the support of our industry partners, who bring valuable expertise and perspectives to the challenge.
