For the first time in the history of the award, 15 short films, produced entirely using AI technology with no human actors, were presented during the Golden Pen Award 2025
Riyadh
The Bakr Al-Sheddi Theater in Riyadh witnessed a groundbreaking moment last night during the Golden Pen Award 2025, where ATOM Global, PYRAMEDIA Group, and ARTEKI Studio showcased the advanced capabilities of AI in cinematic content creation.
For the first time in the history of the award, 15 short films in 8K quality were presented—each a visual adaptation of a shortlisted novel, produced entirely using AI technology with no human actors. This unprecedented initiative, executed within just 50 hours at ARTEKI Studio, redefined the filmmaking landscape by blending machine learning, neural networks, and generative animation to transform literary masterpieces into stunning visual experiences.
Commenting on this collaboration, Dr. Nashwa Al Ruwaini, Founder and CEO of Pyramedia Group, stated:
“This partnership with ATOM Global and ARTEKI Studio marks a historic step in the evolution of the media industry. At Pyramedia, we strongly believe in integrating AI to develop innovative media content that serves various sectors. This collaboration represents the beginning of a new era in digital and modern content creation, and we are committed to staying at the forefront of these major transformations.
We extend our deepest gratitude to His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, for his support of this pioneering initiative. Special thanks also to Mr. Adnan Kayal, CEO of SELA, for his strong belief in the use of AI technology in media and entertainment.”
This initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, reinforcing the Kingdom’s commitment to becoming a global leader in digital media and AI-driven storytelling. As the world witnessed the immense potential of AI in cinema at this landmark event, it became clear that technology and creativity are merging in ways never seen before.
Published under the International Cooperation Protocol with Middle East Business | Life Magazine, Abu Dhabi
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