"Writing History Back In" is a short AI film that chronicles how the Legacy Project grew from one man’s profound experience at the 1987 AIDS Memorial Quilt display into a groundbreaking force for LGBTQ+ historical preservation and education. For over three decades, this Chicago-based initiative has sought to give voice to the stories of LGBTQ individuals throughout history so that future generations may never forget the impact they have made. Now, as the Project enters a new chapter of growth beyond its founder's stewardship, it seeks to build an enduring future that will continue to illuminate and preserve the vital contributions of LGBTQ+ people throughout history.
It was my honor to work on this film for the Legacy Project’s fundraiser this past Thursday night in Chicago. Please check out their Instagram: lgbtqlegacy and their website at: https://legacyprojectchicago.org/
TOOLS USED: ClaudeAI, Midjourney, Photoshop, Illustrator, Magnific, RunwayML, Luma Labs Dream Machine, Epidemic Sound, Eleven Labs, Topaz Video and After Effects.
Written, Prompted, Animated, Directed and Edited by Michael Cole
Produced by Scott Lundius and The Legacy Project