From Creative Possibility to Production Reality: Kling AI in Cinematic Workflows
Presented by Winston Baker and MIMAOKU
Monday, May 18th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Stage, Palais des Festivals
From bold ideas to the big screen, AI is revolutionizing cinematic creation. As a leader in AI visual technology, Kling AI will unveil groundbreaking projects from three global regions, showcasing how cutting-edge tools empower filmmakers to create cinematic-quality 4K visuals and redefine the future of storytelling.
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PROGRAM
Opening Remarks
Amy Baker - CEO & Co-Founder, Winston Baker
Introduction to Kling AI
Kean Cao - CEO, MIMAOKU
Meet the Global Creators
Showcase of guests’ content in collaboration with Kling AI
Panel Conversation
China & Korea & the US Superior Content Creators
Kling AI Next Steps & Closing Remarks
SPEAKING FACULTY
Jon Erwin - Founder & Chief Content Officer, Wonder Project
Jon Erwin is an acclaimed filmmaker, Founder & Chief Content Officer of Wonder Project, and creator of House of David. The series is a hit on Amazon Prime Video, reaching 44 million viewers to date and ranked No. 1 in the US after its Season 1 finale. It is also the first major Hollywood production to openly embrace GenAI in its creative process.
Wei Li - Director
Wei Li has 20+ years in animation. He worked on projects in Japan, Disney U.S. and Europe, as Key Animation Supervisor for Kuiba 1, Lead Key Animator for Lotus Lantern, Associate Director for Big Fish & Begonia. In 2016 he directed Jiang Ziya: Legend of Deification, an Annecy 2021 official selection. In 2025, he co-directed Edge of Time, a Golden Goblet nominee.
Eekjun Yang - Director, Mateo AI Studio/AI Content Lab (MBC C&I)
Eekjun Yang is a director at Mateo AI Studio and MBC C&I AI Content Lab. A pioneer in generative AI cinema, he is producing Raphael, a fully AI-generated feature for early 2026 Korean theatrical release. His AI shorts Mateo & Witness won grand prizes at KIAFF and BIAIFF 2024. An alumnus of Dongguk University’s Film & Digital Media, he blends cutting-edge tech with cinematic storytelling.
Tony Pu - Head of Creator Community & Partnerships (AMER & EMEA), Kling AI
Tony Pu bridges the creative and tech worlds with a focus on storytelling and innovation. He currently leads creator community & partnerships at Kling AI. Previously, he helped drive the success of CapCut. With a background in film production and creative direction, he brings insights from both platform dynamics and the creator mindset.
Amy Baker - CEO, Winston Baker
Amy Baker is CEO of Winston | Baker, a global leader in entertainment finance events. She co-created the Film Finance Forum® and has led the Cannes Film Finance Forum for 16 years, including five years with the Marché du Film. She is also co-founder of The Shifters Series, connecting entertainment, finance and innovation worldwide
Kean Cao - CEO, MIMAOKU
CEO of MIMAOKU, Kean Cao is a producer and international PR consultant specialising in film co-production, distribution representation, and festival PR across Europe and Asia. From Cannes to Busan, she connects projects to global markets while driving cultural exchange events and cross-border IP discovery.
