Corpus: A No-Budget Indie Film About AI and Ambition

Directed by Alexandre Decouflé and Léopold Biessy, the feature film "Corpus" explores the story of Diane, a young journalist who uses an AI writing software called Corpus to boost her confidence, leading to conflict with her boyfriend Clément and her own integrity. The film was written on weekday evenings, shot over 13 consecutive weekends, and edited over nearly a year. Produced with no money, no film school background, and no industry contacts, the filmmakers relied on volunteers and friends to complete the project. The film is now finished and seeking distribution. It addresses themes of ambition, self-doubt, and the impact of generative AI on creativity and relationships. The working title was "LoveGPT." The directors met at Lyon 2 University and later reunited in Paris. The first script version was written in five weeks. The film runs 75 minutes.