AI Film on Ancient Chinese Hero Gains Global Attention

Key Developments

• AI-generated short film on Huo Qubing gains global viral traction
• Small team produces high-quality film in just 48 hours at low cost
• China’s AI content industry sees rapid growth, reshaping storytelling

China (XinhuaNet) — March 19, 2026: A short AI-generated film based on the life of Huo Qubing has captured international attention, highlighting the growing influence of China’s artificial intelligence-driven creative industry.

Developed by a small team led by Wuhan-based AIGC director Yang Hanhan, the four-minute production has gone viral overseas, impressing audiences with its visual depth and storytelling quality. The film depicts detailed battle sequences and emotional expressions, challenging common perceptions of AI-generated content as low-quality.

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Online viewers praised the work, with many describing it as “mind-blowing!” while appreciating its blend of historical narrative and Eastern artistic aesthetics.

Rapid Production Reflects AI Industry Shift

The project stands out not only for its reception but also for its efficiency. According to Yang, the film was produced within 48 hours by a team of just three people, with minimal computing costs.

“Producing a four-minute film in 48 hours is becoming the industry standard,” Yang said, pointing to rapid advancements in AI tools that are transforming film and content creation.

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The team used thousands of AI-generated images to construct scenes, later refining them into hundreds of video clips before final editing and sound design.

From Experimentation to Global Reach

Yang’s journey into AI filmmaking began in early 2025 without prior experience in the film industry. Initial projects required significantly more time and effort, but technological improvements have since streamlined the process.

Reflecting on AI’s broader role, she said, “The real value of AI is to free creators from tediously repetitive tasks, allowing them to dedicate more time to ideas and storytelling.”

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The success of the Huo Qubing film comes amid rapid growth in China’s AI-generated content (AIGC) sector, particularly in short-form “manju” productions, which have seen significant audience expansion over the past year.

Expanding Cultural Narratives Through AI

Yang’s team has now expanded and aims to produce more AI-driven stories centered on Chinese historical figures such as Yue Fei, Xin Qiji, and Hua Mulan.

She emphasized that AI is lowering barriers to entry in filmmaking, stating, “AI empowers anyone with a story to pursue their dream of making films. I believe this is the best era for storytellers.”

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