S6 E203 genAI: Arido Taurajo (Nov 2025)

About this episode

In this episode of Completely Machinima, hosts Phil Rice, Tracy Harwood, and Damien Valentine explore the stunning AI-powered operatic machinima “Arido Taurajo” — a groundbreaking short film created by Chantal Harvey (aka Mamachinima) in collaboration with digital artist James Morgan, AI composer Roboccini and soprano/AI researcher Maya Ackerman, among others.

🎮 About the Film:
Set in the World of Warcraft universe, Arido Taurajo tells the story of Dahlia, a female warrior torn between family life and adventure. The film combines AI-generated music with human performance, blending digital game visuals and classical opera in a visually rich and emotionally resonant experience.

💡 Discussion Highlights:

• The role of AI in creative filmmaking and music generation.
• How Roboccini, trained on Puccini operas, composed the film’s aria.
• Chantal Harvey’s filmmaking process inside World of Warcraft.
• Insights into AI ethics, creative authorship, and collaboration.
• The film’s connection to the EU COST Action Grassroots of Digital Europe (GRADE) project, celebrating women and minorities in creative technology.

✨ Whether you’re into AI art, machinima, digital filmmaking, or World of Warcraft, this episode dives deep into the fusion of technology, music, and storytelling.

Credits -

🎙️ Hosts: Phil Rice, Tracy Harwood, and Damien Valentine
Producer/Editor: Phil Rice
🎵 Music: Phil Rice & Suno AI

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