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Can AI tell a human story? 'A Woman Asleep' premieres at Antalya festival

Filmmakers and festival representatives meet with the audience following the screening of the AI-generated film
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Filmmakers and festival representatives meet with the audience following the screening of the AI-generated film "A Woman Asleep" (Uyuyan Kadin) at the 63rd International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in Antalya, Türkiye, Oct. 26, 2026. (AA Photo)
October 27, 2026 08:50 AM GMT+03:00

A Woman Asleep (Uyuyan Kadin), a film produced entirely using artificial intelligence tools, made its Türkiye debut at the 63rd International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, exploring alienation in an age of constant digital connectivity and information overload.

The screening took place at the Perge Hall of the Ataturk Cultural Center in Antalya, where filmmaker Gizem Avcioglu met with audiences for a discussion following the film.

A still from Vikki Bardot's AI-generated feature film "A Woman Asleep," selected for the Main Competition of the 36th FilmFestival Cottbus. (Photo via Spongeworthy)
A still from Vikki Bardot's AI-generated feature film "A Woman Asleep," selected for the Main Competition of the 36th FilmFestival Cottbus. (Photo via Spongeworthy)

AI-powered filmmaking explores digital alienation

The film examines how constant connectivity and continuous exposure to information can contribute to feelings of alienation in the modern world.

During the post-screening discussion, Avcioglu explained that she had worked with her husband on the film's screenplay and editing, while drawing on experiences from her own life to develop its autobiographical elements.

She also confirmed that the production had been created entirely through artificial intelligence tools.

The screening was part of the festival's broader program of films, discussions and panel sessions, hosted by the Antalya Metropolitan Municipality.

October 27, 2026 08:50 AM GMT+03:00
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