RUN FORWARD
AI VIDEO CONTEST 2026
One word—“Run.” This online contest opened the Year of the Horse with original AI films from creators ready to take that prompt in their own direction.
A One-Word Creative Brief
At the start of a new year, we wanted to give creators around the world a single word—“Run”—and see how far they could take it. Entry took place entirely on X, while invitation codes enabled anyone to create for free.
Follow & Comment
Participants followed @KanaWorks_AI and commented on the theme post to receive an OiiOii invitation code with 1,000 credits by direct message.
Create
Entrants made an original film in OiiOii AI on the theme “Run,” at 720p resolution and at least 15 seconds long.
Post
Films were posted on X with #RUNFORWARD2026, #kanaworksAI, and #OiiOii, followed by a link under the theme post.
Results
Winning work was featured by @KanaWorks_AI. Winners were notified by direct message, with prizes and benefits distributed by .
All copyrights remained with the entrants. Read the original Japanese contest page and full guidelines →
Production Craft Behind the Contest
Tokyo AI Visuals both hosts creator events and produces AI films. This sample offers a look at the visual storytelling craft behind our contest work.
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