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Runway Gen-4 is ideal for filmmakers, video creators, VFX artists, and content developers who need a powerful, AI-driven platform to produce consistent, high-quality media content across various formats
About Gen-4
Runway Gen-4 is a next-generation AI model that transforms how creators generate consistent media content, from characters and objects to entire scenes and videos. It allows users to create cohesive, stylized visuals that maintain consistent elements across different environments, lighting, and camera angles, all with minimal input. Whether for video production, VFX, or product photography, Gen-4 provides unparalleled control over the creative process. The platform simplifies the creation of production-ready videos, offering dynamic and realistic motion while ensuring subject consistency across scenes, making it a powerful tool for filmmakers and content creators.
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Runway
Founded: 2018
United States
runwayml.com
Videos and Screen Captures
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