The future of filmmaking is officially here, and it is wilder than you think. AI production platform Artlist has signed its very first full-length feature film, Terrarium.
The hybrid horror project is financed and produced in partnership with legendary genre producer Steven Schneider. Pioneering AI-native studio Secret Level is also on board. Schneider is the mastermind behind massive franchises like Paranormal Activity and Insidious. This project marks a major shift into the next generation of cinema.
The Crew: Reunited and It Feels So Spooky
Terrarium marks an exciting reunion for Schneider and Emmy-winning filmmaker Jason Zada. The duo previously collaborated on the cult favorite The Houses October Built. Zada (The Forest) will write and direct the upcoming feature. Christina Lee Storm (Jurassic Punk) is producing for Secret Level.
“Jason has a rare ability to terrify audiences,” Schneider said. “He is pushing into completely new territory here.”
The Tech: Cyborg Cinema
This high-concept project is a bold leap forward for the entertainment industry. It is a true hybrid production. AI-powered tools will work hand in hand with traditional craftsmanship. Best of all? The entire workflow is fully DGA- and SAG-AFTRA-compliant.
The film integrates Artlist’s advanced AI platform into Secret Level’s proprietary filmmaking pipeline. This setup supports a large-scale, cinema-grade production.
The Vision: Dreaming Bigger
Artlist is acting as both financier and Executive Producer. This marks their official debut in feature-length storytelling.
“Terrarium proves AI can enhance the creative process,” Artlist Co-CEO Ira Belsky stated. “This is about expanding human imagination, not replacing it.”
The film is currently in active production. Keep your eyes peeled for this groundbreaking nightmare.
