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Original Idea
Create a video of news reporter, Tim Weigel interviewing a young African-American teenager. They’re in downtown Chicago on State Street by the Chicago theater.. the reporter asked the young man, “why are you guys having a team take over during a Christmas lighting ceremony?” the young man responds, “Don Motley was right. We lame as hell. We never learned how to talk to girls.” The reporter responds, “Well, make sure you come down town with some mistletoe you might be able to get a kiss.”
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AI Enhanced
[LOGLINE]
A news reporter, Tim Weigel, conducts an engaging interview with a young African-American teenager in downtown Chicago, exploring the dynamics of youth during a Christmas lighting ceremony.
[SUBJECT & ACTION]
Tim Weigel, a seasoned news reporter, interviews a confident young African-American teenager in front of the iconic Chicago theater. The teenager candidly addresses the challenges of youth interactions, while Tim offers light-hearted advice about the holiday spirit.
[ENVIRONMENT]
The bustling streets of downtown Chicago, adorned with festive decorations, with the Chicago theater as a prominent backdrop, providing a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
[CAMERA & MOVEMENT]
Handheld close-up on the reporter as he poses the question, then a smooth pan to the teenager for his response, followed by a slight zoom-in on Tim for his reaction, capturing the dynamic exchange.
[BEAT FLOW — 10s]
• 0–3.3s: Tim Weigel asks the teenager, “Why are you guys having a team take over during a Christmas lighting ceremony?”
• 3.3–6.6s: The teenager replies, “Don Motley was right. We lame as hell. We never learned how to talk to girls.”
• 6.6–10s: Tim responds, “Well, make sure you come downtown with some mistletoe you might be able to get a kiss,” ending with a friendly smile.
[LIGHTING & COLOR]
Daytime lighting with a bright, cheerful tone, emphasizing the festive atmosphere; warm hues highlighting the characters, contrasted with the cool urban backdrop.
[VFX & CLEANUP]
Subtle motion blur for dynamic action; stable edges to maintain clarity in the busy environment.
[NEGATIVE DIRECTIVES]
No text overlays, no watermarks, no duplicated limbs, avoid jitter/flicker, no floating artifacts, no lip-sync drift.
Full Enhanced Sora Prompt
[LOGLINE]
A news reporter, Tim Weigel, conducts an engaging interview with a young African-American teenager in downtown Chicago, exploring the dynamics of youth during a Christmas lighting ceremony.
[SUBJECT & ACTION]
Tim Weigel, a seasoned news reporter, interviews a confident young African-American teenager in front of the iconic Chicago theater. The teenager candidly addresses the challenges of youth interactions, while Tim offers light-hearted advice about the holiday spirit.
[ENVIRONMENT]
The bustling streets of downtown Chicago, adorned with festive decorations, with the Chicago theater as a prominent backdrop, providing a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
[CAMERA & MOVEMENT]
Handheld close-up on the reporter as he poses the question, then a smooth pan to the teenager for his response, followed by a slight zoom-in on Tim for his reaction, capturing the dynamic exchange.
[BEAT FLOW — 10s]
• 0–3.3s: Tim Weigel asks the teenager, “Why are you guys having a team take over during a Christmas lighting ceremony?”
• 3.3–6.6s: The teenager replies, “Don Motley was right. We lame as hell. We never learned how to talk to girls.”
• 6.6–10s: Tim responds, “Well, make sure you come downtown with some mistletoe you might be able to get a kiss,” ending with a friendly smile.
[LIGHTING & COLOR]
Daytime lighting with a bright, cheerful tone, emphasizing the festive atmosphere; warm hues highlighting the characters, contrasted with the cool urban backdrop.
[VFX & CLEANUP]
Subtle motion blur for dynamic action; stable edges to maintain clarity in the busy environment.
[NEGATIVE DIRECTIVES]
No text overlays, no watermarks, no duplicated limbs, avoid jitter/flicker, no floating artifacts, no lip-sync drift.