GENESIS: SEED 913

Co-Presented by Elaine Lindy and Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Directed by Ariel Leon Azeus and Naama Dashevski

*Exhibition Hours/Admission

• Thursday, September 19
  10 AM – 7 PM
• Friday, September 20
  10 AM – 4 PM
• Saturday, September 21
  10 AM – 4 PM
• Sunday, September 22
  10 AM – 4 PM

*GENESIS: SEED 913 is included with admission to any Digital Chutzpah 2024 event, including general museum admission.

About the Project

A flawless AI code (prompt/input) generates breathtaking virtual realms (output), until a stray seed creates a sentient being with consciousness, challenging its creator and instigating chaos. GENESIS: SEED 913 explores the intersection of humanity and technology through a narrative inspired by the Biblical Genesis.

The film’s scenes morph seamlessly into each other, creating an infinite loop that enhances the viewer’s experience and reflects the divine orchestration of the universe as a holistic system, where all forms and creatures are vessels born from the same seed, united by a shared essence.

“In GENESIS: SEED 913, themes of humanity and technology blend to illustrate the duality of existence, where each individual is both a creator and a creation. This film invites viewers to reflect on their role within the universal system, fostering a deeper understanding of our interconnectedness and the impact of our creations. Set in Jerusalem, the film explores themes of creation and destruction, mirroring humanity’s cyclical struggles with conflict and creativity. It parallels today’s global crises, such as war and climate change, while questioning the relationship between divine creation and human craftsmanship. The film highlights the beauty of nature’s transience and draws comparisons with artificial intelligence, where unique outcomes emerge from similar foundations, challenging the creator’s vision.”

-Directors Ariel Leon Azeus and Naama Dashevski