Venice-Set Reply AI Film Festival Unveils Finalists & Jury Featuring Gabriele Salvatores, Catherine Hardwicke & Jed Weintrob

The third edition of the Reply AI Film Festival, held alongside the Venice Film Festival in September, has announced its ten finalists. These AI-produced short films explore themes including the Ukraine War, blindness, and a world without births. The prestigious jury is led by Oscar winner Gabriele Salvatores and includes directors Catherine Hardwicke, Rob Minkoff, and Jed Weintrob. The competition focuses on works created using new technologies and AI tools before the final award ceremony.