AI Audiovisual Literacy (AIAL): Reshaping Film Education in the Era of Generative AI and Text-to-Video Technologies

Abstract

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into film production is reshaping the cinematic landscape, prompting a reimagining of film education. AI technologies, particularly text-to-video generative AI, have revolutionized content creation, allowing for the automatic generation of visual and audio elements from written prompts. This paper introduces AI Audiovisual Literacy (AIAL) as a pedagogical
framework that equips film students with the skills to critically engage with AI tools and their creative outputs. AIAL extends traditional media literacy by incorporating AI’s ethical, creative, and technical dimensions. It advocates for a shift in curriculum and teaching practices to foster an understanding of AI's role in film creation, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and ethical reflection. The paper explores AIAL’s application in film education, examining how it addresses machine-assisted creativity, posthuman authorship, and the evolving concept of cinematic temporality. It also considers institutional strategies for integrating AIAL, including curriculum
redesign, faculty development, and ethical guidelines. By adopting AIAL, film schools can empower students to navigate AI technologies as collaborators, ensuring they are prepared for a future where human creativity and AI coexist and complement each other in storytelling.