Neuro Masters is the first international AI film festival in Russia, where everyone can demonstrate their neuro-kungfu and compete for the title of grandmaster with participants from all over the world! Show your skills and win in any of the five categories. Or all of them at once. There are no restrictions. Create what you love. And let your works become milestones of the new AI era!
The short-list of the Neuro Masters festival features the best AI films selected by the jury from the submitted works, which are contenders for victory in each nomination.
Junie Lau
China
A creative professional based in London and Shanghai. As a director and production designer, she creates avant-garde visual projects for global brands and celebrities, leveraging artificial intelligence. Her work explores themes of virtual identity and digital ontology.
Junie's films have received numerous awards, including Silver at the International AI Film Festival and recognition at the Tribeca Festival 2024. She co-created the first 90-minute AI-driven film, Our T2 Remake, which premiered in Hollywood.
Junie collaborates with industry leaders such as OpenAI and Stability AI and speaks at major conferences, including WAIC 2024, reaffirming her status as an innovator in AI and art.
Vladimir Yanpolsky
Russia
Over 23 years of experience in graphic design and 3 years in neural network technologies, specializing in the creation of visual solutions and video content for B2B advertising projects. Speaker on the integration of neural technologies into creative processes for designers and marketers. Winner of international competitions in design and neural network technologies. Active participant in professional discussions and practical training on the use of artificial intelligence in the advertising and visual industries.
Alexander Ovsyankin
Russia
- 20 years of experience in advertising. 3 years working with AI
- Over 200 advertising awards
- Winner of the UnHuman Shorts 2024 International AI Film Festival
- Creator of the Telegram channel "Mulumbator AI"
- Creative Director at the digital agency Nectarin
Mostafa Zabet
Iran
Founder of the Iranian AI Academy, with over 15,000 students. Experienced judge at international AI film festivals.
Alexandra Streckova
Austria
Since 2022 independent AI Artist and Creator, including AI short film creation and advertising (b2b). TOP 100 AI Creators and Innovators on LinkedIn.
Riz Esentaev
Kazakhstan
15+ years in design, 3 years in AI and neural networks for creative industries. Creator of renowned AI-driven projects for some of the world's largest brands.
Tai Paschall
UAE
15 + years in education with a background in Computer Science and AI. International Author and Speaker. Author of When AI Goes to School.
Internationally Nominated GESS Dubai Speaker Awards.
Toby Pointer
Canada
With over three years of experience in AI platforms like Runway AI, MidJourney, and Adobe Firefly, I’ve created 100+ AI video projects, leveraging a decade of television and commercial production expertise to innovate in AI-driven storytelling.
Nandan Raheja
India
I began as a scriptwriter, creating compelling narratives, and gradually transitioned into AI filmmaking, participating in competitions and blending storytelling with generative AI tools. Followed by this I delved into ComfyUI to explore advanced AI workflows, pushing creative boundaries and enhancing my expertise in AI-driven visual storytelling.
Worked with growing startups like Future & AI.
Upcoming collaboration with Imagine Art Films.
Participated in the Curious Refuge AI Film Contest, Runway AI Film Festival, and Austin AI Film Festival, showcasing innovative AI-driven filmmaking techniques.
Best Film
This category accepts works that demonstrate high artistic value, an original storyline, vivid visuals, and mastery in utilizing neural networks for creation.
Best Promo Film
A category for advertising or promotional videos created using neural network technologies.
Best Music Film
A category for music videos or films where the primary focus is on visualizing and accompanying musical content.
Best Social Film
A category for films that address important social topics, draw attention to contemporary societal issues, environmental challenges, human rights, and other significant aspects of life.
Best Comedy Film
Lighthearted, fun works aimed at entertaining the audience.