Melies – AI Filmmaking Studio is an AI-powered filmmaking software that helps you transform ideas into Hollywood-quality movies. It combines story writing, idea generation, AI actors, and AI-driven video, image, and sound generation with editing capabilities to turn scripts into animated or live-action style films. The platform emphasizes quick concept generation, screenplay craft, and end-to-end AI-assisted production, enabling indie creators to produce cinematic content without traditional studio resources.
How to Use Melies
- Sign up / Create your account to access the AI filmmaking tools.
- Generate ideas using Melies’ idea finder across genres (sci-fi, animation, drama, etc.). Pick an example story or craft your own concept.
- Develop characters with AI-driven character bibles, including backstories, motivations, and arcs. Create diverse ensembles with unique faces and voices.
- Write the screenplay with AI screenplay capabilities, from outlines to full scripts.
- Produce visuals and audio: use AI image/video generation, music generation, voice synthesis, and sound effects to bring scenes to life.
- Edit and assemble the film with Melies’ integrated editing tools, turning the screenplay into a storyboard and final movie.
- Export and share your finished film; explore beta access and integrations with other AI tools.
What You Can Create
- Original movie concepts across cinematic genres (3D animation, 2D animation, live-action vibes, etc.).
- AI-generated screenplays, story outlines, and character-driven narratives.
- AI actors with customized looks and voices for scenes and dialogues.
- Full AI-driven production pipeline: text-to-image, image-to-video, music generation, voice synthesis, and sound effects.
- Animated storyboards and finished films, ready for distribution.
How It Works
- Generate ideas and select a concept to develop.
- Build character bibles and arcs using AI guidance.
- Write scripts with AI screenplay tools.
- Create visuals and audio with integrated AI generation and editing tools.
- Assemble scenes into a complete film with an AI-powered editor.
- Access integrations with leading AI tools (e.g., Claude, GPT-based models, image/video generators, music, and voice tech).
Safety and Legal Considerations
- Use for creative projects; be mindful of licensing for AI-generated voices and likenesses.
- Adhere to platform terms of service and applicable laws when distributing content.
Core Features
- AI-driven story idea generator across multiple genres
- AI screenplay writing from outlines to full scripts
- AI character creation with backstories and motivated arcs
- AI actors with diverse faces and voices
- Text-to-image, image-to-video, and audio generation capabilities
- Integrated AI video editing and storyboard tooling
- Music generation, voice synthesis, and sound effects
- Access to integrations with major AI tools and platforms
- Quick path from concept to finished film for indie filmmakers