Modes and Challenges of AIGC-Empowered Animation Short Film Creation —A Case Study of Goodbye Rabbit

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Modes and Challenges of AIGC-Empowered Animation Short Film Creation —A Case Study of Goodbye Rabbit

Guanyuan Gao 1*
  • 1 Institute of Art, Hebei University, Baoding, China    
  • *corresponding author Gaoguanyuan2025@163.com
CHR Vol.67
ISSN (Print): 2753-7072
ISSN (Online): 2753-7064
ISBN (Print): 978-1-80590-115-0
ISBN (Online): 978-1-80590-116-7

Abstract

With the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content (AIGC) technology, the creation of film and animation is undergoing a paradigm shift. Taking the AIGC short film Goodbye Rabbit as a case study, this article systematically examines its application in pre-production planning, visual design, production processes, and post-production optimization, exploring the models and advantages of AIGC-empowered animation short film creation. Through case analysis, the article highlights AIGC’s significant advantages in lowering creative barriers, enhancing production efficiency, and enriching audiovisual imagination. However, challenges such as ambiguous authorship, aesthetic homogenization, and unresolved copyright ownership are also identified. The study argues that AIGC should serve as an “assistive creator” to support human artistic expression. Future efforts should focus on optimizing human-machine collaboration mechanisms, technological ethics, and aesthetic standards to provide innovative momentum and value guidance for the animation industry. This research aims to offer theoretical and practical insights for AIGC-driven film creation and academic discourse.

Keywords:

AIGC, animation short film, Goodbye Rabbit, human-AI collaboration, film technology

Gao,G. (2025). Modes and Challenges of AIGC-Empowered Animation Short Film Creation —A Case Study of Goodbye Rabbit. Communications in Humanities Research,67,30-37.
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[4]. Su Tao and Wang Chenxu. (2024). Collaboration, Innovation, and Integration: Intelligent Transformation of the Film Industry Driven by AIGC. Film Review, (14), 8–14.

[5]. Shen Yufeng. (2012). The Creation and Study of Animated Short Films. Mangzhong, (04), 218–219.

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[7]. Zhang Huigang, Zhang Yue and Ma Nian. (2024). Symbiosis, Risks, and Complementarity: A New Development Pattern of China’s Film and Television Industry Empowered by AIGC in the Era of Intelligent Media. China Television, (05), 86–93.


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Gao,G. (2025). Modes and Challenges of AIGC-Empowered Animation Short Film Creation —A Case Study of Goodbye Rabbit. Communications in Humanities Research,67,30-37.

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Volume title: Proceedings of ICLLCD 2025 Symposium: Enhancing Organizational Efficiency and Efficacy through Psychology and AI

ISBN:978-1-80590-115-0(Print) / 978-1-80590-116-7(Online)
Editor:Rick Arrowood
Conference date: 12 May 2025
Series: Communications in Humanities Research
Volume number: Vol.67
ISSN:2753-7064(Print) / 2753-7072(Online)

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References

[1]. Manovich, L. (2021). The Language of New Media (Che Lin, Trans.). Guizhou: Guizhou Publishing Group.

[2]. Guo Quanzhong and Zhang Jinyi. (2023). AI + Humanities: The Development and Trends of AIGC. News Enthusiast, (03), 8–14.

[3]. Sun Shouqian, Luo Lingying and Qiao Xianyue. (2024). New Driving Forces and Paths of AIGC Empowered Creative Design. Art and Design Research, (02), 69–76.

[4]. Su Tao and Wang Chenxu. (2024). Collaboration, Innovation, and Integration: Intelligent Transformation of the Film Industry Driven by AIGC. Film Review, (14), 8–14.

[5]. Shen Yufeng. (2012). The Creation and Study of Animated Short Films. Mangzhong, (04), 218–219.

[6]. Huang Jun. (2023). Application of AIGC Technology in Animation Creation. Toy World, (05), 54–56.

[7]. Zhang Huigang, Zhang Yue and Ma Nian. (2024). Symbiosis, Risks, and Complementarity: A New Development Pattern of China’s Film and Television Industry Empowered by AIGC in the Era of Intelligent Media. China Television, (05), 86–93.