As an illustrator, I specialize in creating Dochi & Mochi stories and line drawings. I believe my illustrations are perfect for fairy tales, which have captivated people's imaginations for generations.

By combining my illustrations with AI-generated fairy tales, we can create an entirely new world of wonder and enchantment. Imagine exploring a world filled with talking animals, all brought to life through the power of imagination and technology. With my illustrations and the magic of AI, anything is possible.

Once upon a time, in a far-off land, there lived a magical creature hedgehog named Dochi. Dochi was known for her kind heart and playful nature. She spent her days exploring the forest, playing with her animal friends, and spreading joy wherever she went.

One day, Dochi decided to take a break from her usual routine of exploring the forest and playing with her animal friends. She wanted to try something new and exciting. As Dochi was frolicking through the forest, she stumbled upon a grumpy old cat.

The cat scowled at Dochi and said, "I don't like you." Dochi was saddened by the cat's words, but she didn't let it get her down. Instead, she decided to show the cat just how much fun it could be to play and laugh.

Dochi enlisted the help of her best friend Mochi, a mischievous little creature with a big heart. Together, they came up with a plan to win the cat over. They played games, told jokes, and even put on a little dance performance. Slowly but surely, the cat began to warm up to Dochi and Mochi.

By the end of the day, the cat was laughing and playing with Dochi and Mochi just like any other animal friend. Dochi turned to the cat and said, "I'm glad we could become friends!" The cat replied, "You know what? I like you too." And with that, Dochi, Mochi, and the cat spent the rest of the day playing in the forest, happy and carefree.

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As we explore the future of creativity, the synergy between AI and human collaboration in the era of ownership is poised to unlock unprecedented possibilities. By harnessing the power of AI to generate novel art forms or enhance existing works, human can push the boundaries of their creative expression. Simultaneously, NFTs serve as a reliable means for authenticating and monetizing these digital creations, opening up new revenue streams and democratizing access to ownable content. This powerful partnership has the potential to revolutionize not only the art world but also reshape how we perceive and value creativity in the digital age.

*This article is the Third week's article of the 2023 Ethereum.org Writers Cohort.

Table of Contents

1. AI and NFT

2. AI and creativity

3. Conclusion

AI and NFT

In this section, we examine the opportunities that AI technology can bring to the NFT market. AI algorithms can be used to develop NFT prediction models, identify valuable assets in the NFT market, and predict market trends. Through this, NFT investors can earn higher returns.

In the future digital market, how will AI (Artificial Intelligence) and NFT (Non-Fungible Token) intersect?

AI and NFTs: Opportunities

AI technology can be used in the NFT market to identify valuable assets and predict market trends. For instance, AI algorithms can be used to develop NFT prediction models that can identify valuable assets and predict market trends. By doing so, NFT investors can earn higher returns. Additionally, AI can be used to predict customer preferences, which can be used to design more popular NFTs.

AI and NFTs: Possibilities

AI and NFTs can be combined to create new applications and business models. For example, AI can be used to track and manage NFT ownership while blockchain technology can be used to store and transmit this information securely. Additionally, NFTs can be used to buy and sell data collected by AI, thereby expanding the data market. Furthermore, AI technology can be used to create new digital art and improve existing works. The possibilities of AI and NFTs are endless.

AI and NFTs: Summary

The combination of AI and NFTs offers significant opportunities for the digital market of the future. AI can be used to identify valuable assets and predict market trends in the NFT market, which can lead to higher returns for investors. Additionally, the combination of AI and NFTs can create new business models and applications. The possibilities of AI and NFTs are endless.

AI and Creativity

delicate balance between technology and humanity

In the ever-evolving landscape of art and technology, the future of creativity hinges on the collaboration between AI and humans. As AI continues to advance, it can serve as a powerful tool for enhancing artistic expression by augmenting our creative potential and offering new avenues for exploration. By embracing this synergy, we can reimagine traditional notions of originality and authorship while leveraging blockchain technology to create transparent systems for licensing and distribution. Together, AI and human ingenuity will reshape the way we perceive and value creativity in the digital age, fostering a symbiotic relationship that unlocks extraordinary possibilities.

During the writing process, I came across an interesting video related to the topic and wanted to summarize and share its content.

The intersection of AI and creativity is explored, with a focus on how AI can enhance and augment human creative processes. The panelists, including AI artist and researcher Sasha Stiles, discuss AI as a tool that extends the imagination of creators, rather than being viewed as a separate and opposing force to human creativity. AI can be seen as a means to amplify and expand human creative potential, offering new possibilities for artistic expression and innovation.

The conversation also delves into the role of AI in the creation of art and how it challenges traditional notions of originality and authorship. Stiles highlights that AI can draw inspiration from existing cultural influences and incorporate them into new works. They argue that this process of amalgamation and remixing is a valid form of creativity. AI-generated art should not be dismissed solely because it lacks a traditional notion of "originality."

The discussion also explores the potential of AI and blockchain technology to establish provenance and create a transparent system for licensing and distributing creative content. The panelists discuss the importance of ensuring that artists and contributors are properly recognized and rewarded for their contributions to AI-generated works. They propose the idea of royalties as a form of universal basic income, where value generated by AI systems is distributed back to the individuals who provide data and contribute to the creation of AI models.

The symbiotic relationship between AI and human creativity is highlighted, envisioning a future where AI serves as a powerful tool to enhance artistic expression and provide new avenues for creative exploration.

Discussion Summary:

• AI can be seen as a tool that extends the imagination of creators and authors.

• AI-generated art can be a valid form of creativity, even if it does not follow traditional notions of "originality."

• AI and blockchain technology can establish a transparent system for licensing and distributing creative content.

• It is important to recognize and reward contributions to AI-generated works.

• AI can be a powerful tool to enhance artistic expression and provide new avenues for creative exploration.

In the age of rapidly advancing technology, the role of human creativity is shifting towards a focus on interpretation and curation. From the perspective of a creator, this shift provides an opportunity to delve deeper into the essence of ideas.

Similar to photography, which eliminated human fallibility, there are passionate debates about whether art made largely by a machine should be considered art, and if so, where human creativity fits into the process. In this new era, the role of humans may shift towards qualitative curation and interpretation of ideas.

Overall, the relationship between human creativity and AI is complex and multifaceted. While AI has the potential to enhance and augment human creativity, it also challenges traditional notions of originality and authorship. It is important to recognize the value of both human and machine-generated creativity, and to ensure that proper recognition and compensation is given to all contributors. As AI continues to evolve and advance, it is essential to continue exploring the interplay between human creativity and AI, and to envision a future where the two can coexist and collaborate in harmony.

Conclusion

The fusion of AI and human creativity offers extraordinary possibilities for artistic innovation in the digital age, as we embrace a harmonious collaboration that pushes boundaries and redefines traditional notions of authorship and originality. This synergy will pave the way for a more inclusive and vibrant creative landscape, where both human and machine-generated works contribute to a richer, more diverse tapestry of artistic expression. In the future, human creativity may shift towards qualitative curation and interpretation of ideas, with an increased focus on the essence of concepts rather than quantity and duration of expression.

Overall, we need to focus on the symbiotic relationship between AI and human creativity, envisioning a future where AI serves as a powerful tool to enhance artistic expression and provide new avenues for creative exploration.

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In an era where individual traits are becoming more distinct, communities are emerging that unite around shared interests and preferences. Based on this, various attempts at community marketing are being made, which can be seen in conjunction with the growing importance of communities in society. The process of resolving problems through communities not only motivates individuals to develop solutions together, but it also addresses the problem of individualism in modern capitalist markets.

These communities are expected to create solutions in areas where the market and government have consistently failed, through the synergy of technology and community. It is said that communities will become a benefactor that reveals the blind spots of modern society and scratches its itchy places.

• This article is the second week's article of the 2023 Ethereum.org Writers Cohort.*

Table of Contents

1. Community Marketing Without Community Marketing

2. What Did PAK Do Before It Became Famous?

3. Delving into the Problematic Thinking Based on Tastes

4. Conclusion and Summary

1. Community Marketing Without Community Marketing

Community problem solving, the way crypto creators move

The crypto industry was one of the most frequent users of the term "community." Recently, many crypto communities have disappeared as a result of the Luna and FTX disasters. Many members, marketers, and community-driven communities disappeared as if they had never existed. At the time of writing this article, I wanted to find something that did not disappear when everything disappeared. A creator who consistently survives regardless of bull and bear markets caught my attention. PAK is the most influential leader in digital art with over 20 years of experience, and he made $91.8 million in profits through the project called, <Merge> on Nifty Gateway in December 2021.

When deciding on this week's topic, I thought PAK's NFT case would provide great insight into organic community marketing. The question I had while analyzing the life of a popular artist on the front lines of the NFT market was simple. What is the essence of community marketing? Through this case analysis, I realized that the essence of community marketing is not marketing, but that communities grow naturally when based on a firm preference.

What creators and marketers need:

• Identify the problem of a specific community.

• Identify why the problem cannot be solved by the existing market

• Connect the problem to the latest technology in the industry to solve it

2. What Does PAK Do Before They Become Famous

Formation of communities based on interests

"Community-driven" is one of the most commonly used phrases in the crypto industry. However, the true meaning of the term has been lost through its overuse. Whenever we use the term "community-driven," we seem to fall into the misconception that community members will somehow voluntarily create secondary creations and community routines, which is almost never the case. In reality, the formation of communities based on shared interests is what happens first. And once the community is formed, it can naturally identify the problems that the community faces.

In 2014, PAK created Archillect. PAK's main goal in creating Archillect was to save time when looking for inspiration or great visual elements. So he curated visual art found on social media. The platform's unique feature was its curation by AI. The platform quickly caught people's attention.

In short, Archillect was like Pinterest curated by AI. PAK's Archillect project, created in 2014, gained quite a bit of popularity from 2016, and in 2019, it recorded an organic monthly reach of about 3 billion, more than six times that of 2016.

PAK's biggest issue after operating Archillect was the original creator issue. Finding and sharing great content and reaching millions of people in a day with the help of social media was surprisingly easy. In contrast to this, it was almost impossible to figure out where it came from.

Through this experience, PAK realized that most people, especially Archillect users, don't care much about the content source.

3. Delving into Problematic Thinking Based on Tastes

Honing Problem-Solving Thinking

While operating the Archillect platform, PAK realized that social media platforms, especially Twitter, created an environment in which individuals and groups with similar interests could naturally form a community. In other words, the community was formed by the users themselves, not by external forces such as the platform. PAK was able to identify the community's problems by closely observing the formed community.

PAK gained a clear understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of social media platforms while operating the Archillect platform. The advantage was that anyone could easily access a high-quality database and enjoy the content. However, PAK also gained a clear understanding of the problems with social media. From the beginning of Archillect, the issue of original authorship was one of PAK's major concerns, and it remains one of the major topics discussed on social media.

Whenever PAK tried to find the original author, most of what Archillect found was a copy of a copy of a specific URL. PAK also tried to share content along with the source and questioned why the source was not included in Archillect's actual posts, but faced the problem of previous platform issues. Technical reasons and user preferences were mixed in the decision.

The primary reasons are the following:

• Reason I: Safety

As Archillect is a bot with 500K+ followers that is not verified by humans, including source URLs can share harmful content with all users.

• Reason II: Shadowban

Twitter is very bad at processing URL content, so many accounts are banned as spam.

• Reason III: Audience Preference

After asking followers several times, most people preferred content without author links (or sources) because links could disturb their timeline.

What happened afterwards

PAK came across the concept of NFT in 2020 while running the Archillect platform. Recognizing the value of blockchain technology used in NFTs to address copyright issues, PAK tokenized digital art such as Cloud Monument Dark as NFTs, solving the problem that had been plaguing the industry for hours.

PAK, a genius crypto creator, was able to build a successful community by deeply delving into the subject matter he was exploring and directly identifying and solving problems in the market. By inserting his own message into blockchain technology and digital art, he was able to fine-tune the community’s probleom solving experience, ultimately realizing that his solid experiences based on his own preferences could solve problems that the existing market could not.

In today's world, where capitalism and individualism prevail, PAK's approach to community marketing offers a refreshing perspective. By prioritizing his personal tastes and values, he was able to create a movement that resonated with like-minded individuals. Rather than relying on traditional marketing methods, he built a community of supporters who shared his passion for exploring the potential of blockchain technology and digital art. Through his community-driven approach, he was able to tackle some of the most pressing issues in the market and offer innovative solutions that were embraced by his followers.

4. Conclusion and Summary

PAK's success is a testament to the power of community marketing when done right. By building a community based on shared values and interests, he was able to create a movement that was capable of achieving great things. His story serves as an inspiration to all those looking to build their own communities and make a positive impact in the world. As we move forward into a new era of technology and innovation, the lessons learned from PAK's journey will undoubtedly prove invaluable to those seeking to make a difference.

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#cryptonative is “medium native,” in a general sense, taking crypto as the medium. When cinema happened, best authors didn’t just become best directors. When video games happened, best directors didn’t just become best developers. So don’t expect best visual artists to become best crypto creators. That’s not how it works.” — Pak,

source : https: podcasts.apple.com us podcast we-discovered-the-true-identity-of-the-nft-artist-pak id1558743687?i=1000517155138

When you address the fundamental problem with ownership in Web3 and convey your values through your product or work, users will recognize them.

Preview for the Next Article

Next week's topic will be the new industry outlook formed by the combination of AI and NFT. In the next topic, we will explore the innovations brought about by the combination of AI technology and NFT, and delve into how NFT and AI technology can create a new art industry. If you enjoyed this article, please subscribe 🌷

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The ownership economy is highly profitable, with a market size estimated at $104.2 billion as of 2022. Intellectual property (IP) provides the basis for making money from creativity. To succeed in the upcoming ownership economy, individuals must become owners and create a symbiotic creator community by developing minimal creating skills and curating before writing.

*This article is the first post of the week 1 of the Ethereum.org Writers Cohort in May 2023.

Table of Contents

• Growth and Future of Ownership Economy

• Ownership economy : Value Capture Your Media Asset

• Content is King - Hubspot's Acquisition of Hustle for $3 Billion

• Conclusion & Preview of Next Episode

1. Growth and Future of Ownership Economy

Global Creator Economy Market Predictions

The creator economy is highly profitable, with a market size estimated at $104.2 billion as of 2022 - more than double its value since 2019. Some interesting facts about the creator economy include:

• an average of 2.67 million simultaneous viewers watched Twitch streams on over 95,000 live channels (2022).

• The global eBook market size is estimated to be valued at US$ 19.95 Billion in 2022 and is projected to reach US$ 32.19 Billion by 2032.

• YouTube has over 2.6 billion users worldwide.

IP(Intellectual Property) : monetize your creativity.

Then, let’s ask. What is the definition of intellectual property?

Intellectual property rights are legal protections given to intangible creations that have value, such as knowledge, information, technology, expression, and representation. These creations are generated or discovered through human creative activities or experiences, and are worth safeguarding. The term "intellectual ownership rights" is also used to describe these rights.

In essence, intellectual property (IP) provides the basis for making money from creativity. Creativity is often viewed as a mere hobby, overshadowed by practical concerns such as obtaining college degrees, finding employment, and buying a house. Even when we engage in creative activities, there are often conditions attached. We may believe that money secures creativity.

but can we truly use creativity to secure money?

2. Ownership economy : Value Capture Your Media Asset

Li Jin, co-founder of Variant Fund, defines the ownership economy as a way for creators and users to own their content in new, previously impossible ways. NFTs allow artists to earn revenue from their fans, and Lens protocol(Decentralized social media) is experimenting with tokenized collections of posts and tipping as a form of commercialized social influence.

several key questions : What exactly is it? How big is it, and where is it headed? here are some interesting answers Ownership Economy Playbook, from Variant Fund.

source : https: variant.fund articles the-ownership-economy-2022

The term "ownership economy" comes from the economic concept in which users become owners. Discord's popularity is aligned with that of DAOs, demonstrating an interesting phenomenon. In fact, most crypto projects, not just DAOs, communicate through Discord. One reason for this may be the availability of plugins that can program activities such as verification, invite checks, voting, and NFT authentication.

Valuing social media posts or artistic expressions in monetary terms may seem distasteful to those who are tired of everything being commodified. However, the recent trend towards tokenizing everything suggests that this value has always been present, but only accessible to a select few.

As we enter Web3, the creator economy becomes an ownership economy, where intellectual property is supreme.

As we enter the Web3 era, we can see that the creator economy is evolving into an ownership economy. This shift is driven by a number of factors, including the growing importance of decentralized platforms and peer-to-peer networks. As more and more creators turn to these platforms to share their work and build their audiences, they are also beginning to explore new ways to monetize their content and retain control over their intellectual property. At the same time, consumers are becoming more aware of the value of their attention and the content they consume, and are increasingly demanding a greater say in how that content is created, distributed, and monetized. This has led to the emergence of new models of ownership and participation, including tokenization and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), which offer creators and their audiences new ways to collaborate and share in the value of their work.

How to Survive in Ownership Economy

Creators have earned revenue through platforms such as Google, TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. However, when someone else pays their salary, creators become dependent on the platform for their identity. What is the best way to monetize content without intermediaries? The answer is to prepare for the Ownership Economy, which will come with Web3, by securing a minimum viable audience. This concept is explained through the book <Lean Startup>.

In his book "The Lean Startup," Ries emphasizes the significance of learning in the product development process through his definition of Zapier's acquisition of Makerpad: "The Minimum Viable Audience is the version of a new product that allows a team to gather the maximum amount of validated learning about customers with the least effort."

source : https: fourweekmba.com minimum-viable-audience

The Minimum Viable Audience concept suggests that entrepreneurs should think more like artists. As Seth Godin defines it, this is "the smallest group that could possibly sustain you in your work." He goes on to ask, "If you could choose your audience and needed to delight them because you had no one else available, would your product or service improve? If you had no choice but to ignore the naysayers (they're not in the group) or the people who don't think they need you or your work, would that force you to stop compromising and start excelling?"

Minimum Viable Audience

To apply the concept of Minimum Viable Audience to the Web3 world, we can find our MVA by focusing on a specific and unique niche. For instance, if we start an online bookstore, we must concentrate on the publishing industry and carve out our unique niche. eBook Platform's search engine can help us identify our category, which is only the first step towards success.

Our goal is to create media assets that enable direct communication with our audience without any reliance on authorization from any media gatekeepers.

3. Content is King - Hubspot's $3 billion acquisition of Hustle

In today's world where distractions are abundant, our attention is a scarce resource. With so many things vying for our attention, it can be difficult to focus on any one thing for an extended period of time. This is where the importance of content comes in - it is king.

Moreover, the way we consume and engage with content is changing. Rather than relying on platforms to upload and distribute content, creators must find ways to directly connect with their audience. This is where leveraging our intellectual property (IP) comes in - it allows us to maximize its value and potential.

In order to succeed in this new landscape, we must focus on creating quality content that engages and resonates with our audience. And as we continue to navigate this ever-changing landscape of ownership economy, it is essential to remember that content is king. Two decacorn companies have proven that :Hubspot acquires Hustle for 30 billion and Zapier acquires Makerpad. If we can make the process of creating content easier, a pretty good model could emerge.

In summary, attention is a valuable resource in today's content-driven world. By creating high-quality content that resonates with your audience, you can build a loyal following and create fandom. Hubspot's success in this area is a testament to the value of focusing on attention and high-quality content in today's market.

4. Conclusion & Next Episode Preview

How to Prepare for the Upcoming Ownership Economy

• Develop minimal creating skills that can contribute positively to the ecosystem.

• The ability to "curate before write" : we should consider what the Web3 ecosystem needs.

• Discovering your own unique category and securing your MVA.

Next topic preview: The future of community marketing.

Look at the statements of the famous community and NFT artists who gained popularity in the early market. Their personas will be revealed. I particularly paid attention to Pak's tweets and works. It is time for content marketing tools to evolve into community marketing tools.

Analyzing the basic audience's characteristics now begins with analyzing the representative personas of the community, not data.

More details will be discussed in the next episode.

INTRO

이건 나랑 진짜 안 맞을 줄 알았는데…

의외의 사람이랑 연인이 되었거나, 의외의 색상의 옷이 알고보니 나랑 너무 찰떡이거나, 의외의 사람과 절친이 되어버린다거나. 우리는 그런 우연을 경험할 때가 있다. 우리를 가장 놀랍게 해주는 우연은 내가 예상하지 못했던 어떤 변화로부터 찾아온다.

영화광인 나는 삶의 활력이 되는 변화를 항상 영화의 스토리에서 찾을 때가 많다. 그럴 때마다 나는 항상 이 영화를 누군가에게 소개해주고 싶은 마음이 드는 것이다.

목차

1. INTRO

2. 영화소개

3. AI로 영화 포스터 제작해보기

4. 결론

영화 소개

개인적으로 최근에 매우 재밌게 보았던 컨텐츠 1편을 소개하려 하는데, 이번에 소개할 작품은 넷플릭스 오리지널의 영화, <위 아 40>다.

• 위 아 40 (The 40 Year Old Version)

위 아 40. 2020 | 관람등급:15+ | 2시간 4분 | 코미디.

넷플릭스의 인기 영화였던 이 컨텐츠의 로그라인을 소개한다.

40살엔 성공한 예술가가 되어있을 줄 알았지. 한물간 극작가가 되어있을 줄은 몰랐다.

제작사의 목을 조르는 40살의 극작가

사실 이 40에 지금 우리의 나이 어느 숫자를 가져다 붙여도 누구에게나 공감되는 말일 것이다. 내 나이 20엔, 내 나이 30엔, 내 나이 40엔. 각자가 각자의 미래를 장밋빛 색채로 상상했었을 것이므로.

<위 아 40>은 극작가 ‘라다 블랭크’가 각본, 감독, 주연을 맡은 자전적 스토리다. 젊은 신인 때 반짝 주목을 받다가 지금은 외진 동네의 학교 연극반 선생님을 하고 있는 ‘라다’. 라다의 삶은 이 세상 어디엔가 살고 있을 또 다른 나의 모습이라고 해도 될 만큼 처음부터 강렬한 공감대를 형성시켰다. 어느 곳의 평범한 직장인도 젊은 날에는 다들 한 켠의 꿈을 간직했었고, 때로는 그 꿈이 잠깐은 칭찬받았었고, 그랬을테니까.

그래도 라다는 꿋꿋하게 자신의 작가의 꿈을 추구해나간다. PD를 맡아주는 자신의 고등학교 친구 ‘아치’와 함께. 라다는 돈보다도 자존심, 상업성보다는 예술이다. 알량한 자존심을 지키느라 라다는 거물급 제작사 사람에겐 알랑방귀의 알짜도 못뀐다. 오히려 분노를 참지 못하고 거들먹거리는 제작사 사장의 목을 조르고 만다.

아직도 하루밤을 혼자 울며 지새우는 40살의 삶

집에 돌아와 돌아가신 엄마를 생각하며 엉엉 울어대는 라다. 그 날 밤의 사건때문에 고소를 당할 위험에 처한 라다를 구해주는 건 친구, 아치. 거물에게 성희롱을 당하는 것도 참아가며 아치는 라다에게 기회를 마련해주는데. 겨우겨우 라다에게 극작가 역할을 할 기회가 찾아온다.

라다는 어렵게 찾아온 기회마저도 “절대 싫다”며 고집스럽게 거절하고, 다짜고짜 랩을 하겠다며 브루클린의 뮤직 프로듀서의 집을 찾아간다. 처음으로 비트가 틀어진 뮤직 룸에서 랩을 해본 라다, 의외로 잘한다. 라다의 실력에 놀라 까칠하던 프로듀서가 라다에게 새로운 제안을 한다. 사람들 앞에서 공연을 하게 된 라다. 그렇게 잘만 움직이던 입이 청중 앞에선 꿀먹은 벙어리로 변해버리고. 방금 먹은 마약 기운 탓인지, 긴장탓인지는 몰라도 “yo”만 외치다 끝나버린 라다의 공연. 사람들 앞에서 흠씬 망신만 당하고 그 날 밤, 라다는 밤새 창피함에 울게된다. 그리고 다시 극작가 제안을 받아들이겠다고 아치에게 선언한다.

꿈에 그리던 극작가 일을 시작한 라다는 어땠을까? 말도 안될 만큼 죽을 맛이다. 새로운 감독이 배치됐다. 라다와는 한참 다른 사람이다. 라다가 처음에 썼던 스토리는 좀처럼 라다가 몰입할 수 없는 방식으로 변해가고. 매일매일의 연극 연습이 도저히 라다의 생각엔 이해가 안 된다.

라다의 선택과 라다가 마주하는 것들

결국 연극 연습에 더이상 나가지 않게 된 라다. 연극 시사회 날이 다가오고, 라다는 점차 초조해진다. 라다는 시사회 날 어떤 선택을 했을까? 궁금하신 분들은 영화를 한 번 보시길 바란다. 자신의 꿈을 추구하려 하지만, 자존심때문에 지름길은 선택 못하는 그녀의 모습. 그리고 극작가의 꿈을 추구해나가다 래퍼라는 또 다른 길로 애써 자신의 현실을 외면하려 하는 또 다른 모습. 그리고 그 과정 하나 하나에 녹아있는 주인공의 자기 혐오와 자기 회피와 그리고 그 와중에 발견하는 일상 속 소중한 가치들. 그녀의 모습들은 너무나 솔직하게 영화에 녹아있어서, 말도 안되는 실수를 하고 돌아와 엉엉 우는 라다의 모습이 내 눈에는 하나도 한심하지 않았다. 라다가 겪는 현실은 너무나도 현실적인 현실이어서, 영화를 본 그 누구라도 울고 있는 라다의 등을 두드려주고 싶어지게 될 것이다.

에이 요! 내 말 좀 들어줄래? 《위 아 40》는 뉴욕에 사는 먹고 살기 빠듯한 극작가의 이야기를 다룬다. 차별 아니면 좌절뿐인 인생. 그녀는 자신이 생각하는 예술을 외치기로 한다.

"마흔 살 신입 래퍼, 괜찮지 않아?"

영화의 내용이 더 궁금하신 분들은, 티저영상과 넷플릭스를 확인하세요.

AI로 영화 포스터 제작해보기

앞으로 만족도가 높았던 영화들을 큐레이션 해, 나의 오른팔인 AI(midjourney)를 통해 영화 포스터를 새로 제작하는 방식으로 기억을 남겨두려 한다. 그 첫번째 작품이 된 <The 40-Year-Old Version>를 소개한다.

이 영화는 영화 재생을 클릭할 땐 예상하지 못했던 아주 새로운 관점을 제시해줬다.

내가 만났던 아주 유쾌한 우연, 이것을 나는 AI를 통해 새운 포스터를 만들어 기념하며 오늘의 글 마무리.

제 글이 당신에게 조금이라도 활력을 드렸다면, 구독을 부탁드려요. 🌷

목차

1. Why Narrative?

2. Everything Everywhere all at once

3. 결론 : 강렬한 작가주의의 시대가 온다.

이번에는 컨텐츠 플랫폼인 netflix와, 영화배급사 a24의 최신 인기작품들을 분석하여, 웹3 생태계에서는 어떤 내러티브가 강화되고 사랑받을지 인사이트를 탐구하려 합니다. 넘쳐나는 컨텐츠의 홍수 속에서, 가장 인기있었고 유망하다는 작품들을 어떻게 분석해야 할까요? 저는 먼저 내러티브의 근원으로 들어가는 선택을 하려합니다. 대체 왜 내러티브냐고 물어보실지도 모르겠습니다.

Why Narrative?

 내러티브 중심의 접근 방식은 새로운 관점에서 스토리를 구성하고, 관객들이 작품과 더 깊게 연결되도록 만듭니다. 쉽게 말해서 내러티브를 중심으로 작품을 만든다는 것은 청자가 몰입할 수 있도록 스토리의 환경을 구축하는 것과 같습니다. 내러티브가 없는 비문학이나 제품 설명서에서 우리가 공감을 할 수 없는 이유가 바로 그것입니다. 청자가 몰입할 수 있도록 하는 내용의 스토리가 없기 때문입니다.

웹3 기술을 활용하게 된다면, 미래의 시청자들은 작품 세계에 온라인 방식으로 다양한 참여가 보장될 것입니다. 이를 통해 웹3에서는 크리에이터들을 위한 공동창작, 가상현실 체험 및 감독과의 상호작용 등 다양한 가능성을 제공하는 컨텐츠 생태계가 만들어질 것을 예상할 수 있습니다. 넷플릭스 인기작품 및 흥행한 영화의 내러티브를 분석하는 방식은, 향후 컨텐츠가 나아갈 방향성을 확인할 수 있는 것은 물론, 컨텐츠 제작의 금융 창구가 될 웹3에서의 제기될 내러티브와 페르소나에 인사이트를 확보할 수도 있게 되죠. 또한, 저도 물론 이 글을 적으며 앞으로 창작될 컨텐츠의 창의력과 상상력을 한 단계 더 높일 수 있도록 하기 위함이기도 하고요.

제가 이번 시리즈의 가장 첫 번째로 소개드리고 싶은 컨텐츠는요,

Everything Everywhere All at Once(2022)

2022 ‧ Adventure/Sci-fi ‧ 2h 20m

한줄 평 | 잘 만든 영화 1편으로 한 편의 예술적 콜라주를 연상시키다.

Everything Everywhere All At Once는 멀티버스 개념을 기반으로 세계관을 구성한 독특한 영화로, 주인공은 세금법을 위반해, 위기에 놓인 평범한 세탁소 여주인입니다. 평범한 줄만 알았던 여주인공 에블린이, 우주를 구하기 위해 다양한 차원의 자기자신의 인생과 스스로를 결합하며 가족간의 관계를 재구축해나가는 이야기를 담고 있습니다.

주인공 에블린은 부부관계는 물론이고, 운영하는 세탁소에서 부터 하나 있는 딸과의 소통까지 하나도 빠짐없이 어려움에 처해있습니다. 아무리 봐도 관객이 한 구석쯤은 그녀의 이야기 속에서 몰입하게 됩니다. 특히 이 세상의 모든 가능성 중에서도 가장 불행한 선택이 모여 만들어졌다는 에블린에 대한 묘사는, 내러티브가 결말로 향할수록 관객이 더욱 큰 감동을 느끼게 하는 요소일 것입니다.

주인공 에블린은 미국으로 이주해 세탁소를 운영하는 동양인입니다. 한국인을 비롯하여 많은 동양인들이 미국에 이민을 간 뒤 많이 선택하는 자영업 종류 중 하나입니다. 이는 동양계 이민자들이 바라보는 미국 세탁업의 이점 때문이라고 하는데요. 미국에서 세탁소는 특별한 수준의 영어가 필요하지 않은데다가, 다른 사업에 비해 비교적 적은 자본량으로 시작할 수 있는 것으로 알려졌다. 또 꼼꼼한 동양인들의 일처리에 대한 기대감도 어우러져 동양인들이 대중적으로 선택하는 업종이 된 것입니다.

그러나 그 인기에도 불구하고, 국세청 세금을 신고하는 일은 이민자들에게는 말도 안되게 어려운 일일 때가 많을텐데요. 마침 그녀, 에블린을 담당하고 있는 국세청 담당직원은 세무조사에 도가 튼 직원입니다. 담당직원은 에블린의 부족한 영어 실력, 그녀가 신고한 엉터리 세무 증빙자료를 근거로 끈질기게 약점을 잡고 추궁해 세탁소를 압류하려고 하고 있습니다. 이렇게 위 영화 속 핵심 인물들은 동양의 이민자들이 미국에서 겪는 문제를 풀어놓으며, 이를 더 확장시켜 동양 문화권의 부모 자식 간의 관계를 중점적으로 보여줍니다.

결론

위기와 곤경이 가득한 에블린이 상황을 기적적으로 풀어가는 스토리를 보며, 관객들은 한 장면 한 장면 몰입할 수 밖에 없게 됩니다. 모든 것을 잃어도 이상할 게 없을 그녀의 삶이 조금씩 풀려가는 영화. 이 영화 "Everything Everywhere All At Once"의 핵심적인 메세지는 최악의 모습이라고 상상했던 사람조차도, 스스로에게 숨겨진 놀라운 잠재력을 찾아낼 수 있으며, 인간관계에서의 공감과 이해는 서로 다른 시공간조차도 넘나들 수 있다는 것입니다. 이 작품은 이민자 에블린이 겪는 가족 문화와 사회 제도 바깥의 인종을 가진 이들의 이야기를 세상에 알리는 역할을 합니다.

이 내러티브에서 가장 특징적인 가장 최악의 삶을 살고 있던 사람의 입을 통해 발견하는 가능성입니다. 모든 것은 상대적입니다. 형광등이 잔뜩 켜진 방안 보다는, 조금의 빛도 없이 가장 어두운 곳에서 빛나는 촛불이 가장 밝아보일 테니까요. 저는 앞으로 웹3 내러티브 역시, 가장 무의미해보이던 삶 속에서 발견할 수 있는 가치를 제기해주어야 한다고 보았습니다.

이 영화가 나왔을 즈음 헤어질 결심도 함께 나왔습니다. 고전적인 박찬욱 감독님의 영화와 대비되어(저는 개인적으로 인생영화라고 느꼈지만..🥲) 실험적이고 작가의 독특한 개성이 마구 발산되는 이 영화를 보며, 강렬한 작가주의를 지지하는 새로운 시대가 다가옴을 느낍니다. 크리에이터 이코노미를 기반으로 한 새로운 작품들의 홍수가 곧 우리 앞에 펼쳐질 것이 예상되는 작품이었습니다.

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