Filmmaker and advocate Justine Bateman is expanding her push for human-created cinema by bringing her AI-free film festival online. Through her initiative Credo 23, she has introduced a new digital streaming portal that allows global audiences to watch a curated selection of films without the use of artificial intelligence in their creation.
The platform, accessible via RoomC23.com, offers viewers a virtual “screening room” experience where they can purchase access for a one-time fee and stream a wide range of content. The collection includes around 44 entries such as short films feature-length productions and panel discussions with industry professionals.
Among the featured works are projects starring notable actors like Lukas Haas and David Duchovny, alongside appearances and discussions involving respected filmmakers including Sean Baker Reed Morano and Matthew Weiner. These contributors share a common vision of supporting traditional human-led storytelling in filmmaking.
The streaming initiative builds on the success of the Credo 23 Film Festival, which was launched to highlight productions made without generative AI tools. The project emphasizes originality craftsmanship and creative integrity while also supporting filmmakers by directing festival profits toward future grants.
Justine Bateman believes that while AI-driven content is rapidly increasing across the entertainment industry audiences will eventually seek more authentic storytelling. Her goal is to create a focused platform that prioritizes quality over quantity and offers carefully curated films that stand out in a crowded digital landscape.
The online expansion of Credo 23 represents a new step in building a community around AI-free filmmaking giving audiences worldwide access to content that celebrates human creativity and artistic expression.
