EP 173: “AI Feels Like Slot Machines”: Andrew

In this episode, Andrew Buckley shares his journey from traditional filmmaking into the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven creativity. With over two years of experience using AI tools, Andrew explains how they’ve become an essential part of his creative toolbox, from image and video generation to idea development. He reflects on the similarities between AI workflows and the traditional director’s process—highlighting both the unpredictability of results and the exciting new possibilities for surreal, cinematic storytelling.Beyond the technical side, Andrew discusses the broader implications of AI: its rapid pace of development, the ethical dilemmas surrounding authenticity and digital models, and its environmental impact. He emphasizes the importance of being critical, fact-checking outputs, and learning prompt engineering as a creative skill. The conversation offers a grounded, inspiring perspective on how artists can embrace AI as a tool without losing their own vision, meaning, and storytelling power.__ https://www.instagram.com/buckleysculture