TCL Studios, the new global production hub for TCL's flagship streaming service, TCLtv+, today announced the development slate from its first-ever AI TV/FILM accelerator program, FILM MACHINE. The five films will debut at the TCL Chinese Theater on November 19. The theatrical debut of the films will be followed by their launch on TCLtv+ beginning December 12. TCLtv+ is the flagship streaming service offered by leading consumer electronics company, TCL. It is currently available on TCL Roku TV and all Roku devices, TCL Google TV, and TCL Fire TV, as well as through the app store. The films will be promoted and featured prominently on TCLtv+.

    The TCL FILM MACHINE program was developed by Haohong Wang, General Manager of TCL Research America, Chris Regina, Chief Content Officer, TCL North America, and Daniel Smith, TCL Chief Creative Officer. In making the initial announcement, Wang said, "The 'Film Machine' program was designed to build new pathways for creatives to find success in the industry and help shape the future of storytelling." He added, "We wanted to showcase AI as a catalyst for innovation and creative collaboration, and we are astonished at the creative heights achieved by these filmmakers."

    The TCL FILM MACHINE program is a key pillar of TCLArt, an important brand initiative of TCL to make art more accessible and inspiring worldwide. Standing for "The Creative Life", the brand of TCL fosters creativity across its wide-ranging product portfolio, from TVs and smartphones to smart home devices. TCLArt serves as a platform to fulfill this commitment. By blending AI film technology via TCL product offerings, TCLArt aims further to inspire the artists of tomorrow in the film sector.