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The Mind's Evolution, with Urmensch and SIr Percival

The Mind's Evolution is a 21-minute experimental film that begins with Edward O. Wilson's challenge to create a new mythos grounded in the facts of human evolution. This exploration delves into how the wisdom and experiences of our ancestors shaped the human mind and spirit, offering a narrative that counters cynicism about human nature.

What makes this film unique is its use of cutting-edge AI technology in editing, text-to-image generation, text-to-voice synthesis, and lip-syncing. These tools create a visually and conceptually immersive experience, blending science and storytelling to preserve the ancestral legacy and inspire hope for the future.

At its core, The Mind's Evolution bridges the past and future, reminding us that the truths of our evolutionary journey can help guide humanity forward.

  • John V. Wylie
    Director
  • John V. Wylie
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short
  • Genres:
    Philosophical, Inspirational, AI docu-drama
  • Runtime:
    21 minutes 26 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 18, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    650 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    MP4
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - John V. Wylie

John Wylie holds a BA in History from Yale, an MD from Columbia, and completed a psychiatric residency at Georgetown University. His career started at a maximum-security prison in Maryland, followed by 35 years in the private practice of psychiatry in Washington, DC. During this time, he also served as chair of the department of psychiatry at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He was involved in the early stages of evolutionary psychiatry in the 1980s and has contributed to the field through a clinical handbook on psychiatric treatment, two books on evolutionary psychiatry, and numerous lectures on the subject. Dr. Wylie resides in Olney, Maryland, with his wife, Ann.

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Director Statement

"The Mind's Evolution" opens with Edward O. Wilson's call for a new narrative grounded in human evolution. This video explores how our ancestors, driven by teamwork and collective purpose, shaped the human mind. Blending science and storytelling, it honors their legacy, suggesting that our instincts for truth and justice are rooted in our past and can guide us into the future.