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Short · 10m 42s
By Eike Swoboda ✓ Verified creator
2.1K views75 likes39 commentson YouTube · updated Oct 7, 2026
AFF score 6.9/10 from public views and likes Staff Pick
An AI film by Eike Swoboda, recognised at the BIAIFF Poland 2026 (Official Selection).
“It Used to Be Different” is a 11-minute AI short film by Eike Swoboda, released in May 2026. On the festival circuit: Best Horror; Audience Choice Most Surprising at the AI International Film Festival (Hollywood) 2026; Official Selection at the BIAIFF Poland 2026. Find more like it in AI Horror Films, or see the best AI films of 2026.
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Top comments on YouTube
See all on YouTube ›@eike-aiMay 8, 2026
Say, how long can you hold your breath? Thank you so much to everyone discovering the film lately! I’m feeling honored to see 'IT USED TO BE DIFFERENT' selected for the AI Film Awards India. Knowing that it all emerged from one of my night dreams makes it extra special for me. Which scene or image has touched you the most?
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@aivideoschoolMay 15, 2026
This is so well done on so many levels. The part where he's trying to escape up the algae slick ramp but keeps sliding down evokes such helpless terror. Amazing work!
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@ChrisCapelMay 14, 2026
Man this was so well done! So many great cuts. Congrats man. Her dancing on the water at the end looked so cool.
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@AntHawkAug 15, 2026
This was incredible! Amazing work!
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@AIFilmCreatorShowcaseMay 16, 2026
Great news! The community voted, and your video ranked in the weekly Top 10 AI Videos! It premieres 5/16 at 11:30 AM Eastern | 8:30 AM Pacific. Congratulations and thanks for what you do!
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@amkelle2May 26, 2026
The worst part is them walking barefoot in the wet locker room
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@KudiahJun 24, 2026
Great work! Interesting short story arc, great art direction and consistency with the visuals.
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@NOXY-AI-EntertainmentMay 17, 2026
Masterpiece ! I salute you my fellow creator 🤗
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@AIFilmCreatorShowcaseMay 15, 2026
I really enjoyed this, Eike! I have entered you for consideration for the weekly Top 10 AI Videos. Best wishes!
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@nestor_nunezMay 17, 2026
Great!
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