This session brings together a new generation of AI-driven start-ups and companies shaping the future of film. From development and production to post-production, distribution, and audience engagement, each company represents a different point along the cinematic value chain. Together, they offer a glimpse into how artificial intelligence is transforming creative workflows, unlocking new forms of storytelling, and redefining collaboration across the industry.

CoSTAR Network is the UK’s largest national research and development infrastructure for the creative industries, bringing together universities, technology companies, broadcasters, studios, and independent creators to explore the future of film, television, gaming, performance, and digital entertainment. The network connects cutting-edge academic research with real-world production environments through a series of specialized labs focused on AI, virtual production, realtime technologies, immersive storytelling, and creative R&D.

Three companies out of the CoSTAR roster are presenting themselves and their approaches:

Metrotone (UK)

Metrotone is a London-based AI film and television studio developing and producing original content while offering bespoke AI-driven tools for story development, production, and audience reach.

Speaker: Katharina Gellein Viken (Executive Producer/CEO)

AIMS Team (UK)

AIMS presents AI-driven tools that streamline content creation from development through post-production. Their solutions demonstrate how automation and intelligent workflows can accelerate production while maintaining creative control.

Speaker: Edward Tracy (Director, Chief Creative Officer)

Black Goblin (UK)

Founded by sound designers Ana Betancourt and Gabrielle Haley, Black Goblin develops AI-powered tools that streamline audio post-production workflows by automating time-intensive tasks like spotting, logging, and organizing. 

Speaker: Ana Betancourt (CEO)