OMNI AI/Generative Film Festival 2025: “Visions of Tomorrow”

OMNI Generative Film Festival 2025: “Visions of Tomorrow” – Sydney’s Inaugural AI/Generative Film Festival

The OMNI Generative Film Festival is set to debut its preview edition, OMNI: 0.5, on April 29, 2025, at Knox Street Bar in Chippendale, NSW. This event marks Sydney’s first AI/Generative film festival, offering viewers and participants a glimpse into the future of cinema, created with artificial intelligence and generative technologies.

About the Film Festival

OMNI is a biannual, international festival dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements in generative video. As this creative field rapidly evolves, OMNI aims to provide a platform for innovative works from creators worldwide, regardless of age or experience. The preview edition, OMNI: 0.5, serves as a precursor to the full-scale festival planned for late 2025, establishing thesubmission process, categories, and judging criteria.

Screened Selections Event

Join us for an intimate evening featuring selected screenings of award-winning films, discussions with filmmakers, and insights from experts in generative AI and technology. The event will also include commentary from our esteemed jury panel on the emerging trends in generative cinema. Capacity is limited.

• Date & Time: April 29, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

• Venue: Knox Street Bar, Chippendale, NSW, Australia

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/omni-generative-film-festival-tickets-1250263575009

Call for Submissions

Filmmakers and creators are invited to submit their AI-generated and generative films for consideration in OMNI: 0.5. In recognition of this inaugural event, submission fees are waived. The deadline for submissions is April 10, 2025 (Midnight AEST). OMNI: 0.5 has already received more than 600 entries since its launch earlier this year from over 20 countries. The entries vary in style and substance ranging from under one minute to more than 4 hours.

AI and Generative filmmakers are encouraged to submit your Film: https://filmfreeway.com/OMNI-PREVIEW

Jury Panel

Details regarding the jury panel will be announced soon. Please visit our website for updates.

Festival Co-Directors

• Aryeh Sternberg is an AI-driven innovation specialist with 15+ years of global experience transforming technology into meaningful solutions. Passionate about leveraging AI and immersive technologies to create tangible value, he champions human-centered design that empowers organizations and communities—driving growth while making a positive impact on people and businesses worldwide.

• Travis Rice, a creative technologist and strategist shaping the future of media through AI, immersive tech, and metaverse systems. With a background in contemporary art, technology and curatorial practice, he leads global teams across culture and deep tech—transforming complex tools into interactive, human-centered platforms. His work pushes the edge of digital expression, bridging art and innovation to define what’s next.

Contact Information

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or further information:

• Email:omnifilmfestival@gmail.com

• Website: https://primevariable.co/

• Social Media: Follow us on instagram @omni_film_festival

About OMNI

OMNI is committed to exploring the intersection of technology and creativity, providing a platform for artists who are redefining storytelling through AI and generative processes. Our mission is to celebrate innovation and foster a global community of forward-thinking creators.