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TRUE LOVE '76

TRUE LOVE '76 is an immersive, nostalgic journey through one of the most symbolic days in American history: July 4th, 1976. Recreated entirely with cutting-edge generative AI techniques, this short film delivers a visual and emotional experience that pays homage to the style, rhythm, and spirit of the 1970s.
Framed as an artistic spec piece for a luxury brand like Cadillac, the film blends documentary, fiction, and urban fantasy to portray a charismatic driver cruising through a vibrant, chaotic New York City during the Bicentennial celebrations — a day bursting with color, soul, and cultural intersections.
Narrated with the pulse of a period music video and the soul of cinema, the story travels through Harlem, Times Square, Chinatown, Little Italy, Central Park, and ends with a
breathtaking view of Liberty Island and fireworks at night — all from the iconic 1976 white Cadillac Eldorado Bicentennial. The car becomes a vessel of dreams and memories, symbolizing the American Dream and the fleeting nature of true love.

  • Alexander Ackley
    Director
  • Luis Bernal
    AI Film Director
    Artista Artificial
  • Alexander Ackley
    Writer
  • Alexander Ackley
    Producer
  • Gilberto Balderas
    AI Artist & Creative Technologist
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 42 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 23, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    AI
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director - Alexander Ackley