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Best Sora Prompts & AI Videos

Discover an inspiring collection of Sora AI prompts and their generated video examples. Learn the art of AI video creation through real examples and expert-crafted prompts.

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Prompt: A stylish woman walks down a Tokyo street filled with warm glowing neon and animated city signage. She wears a black leather jacket, a long red dress, and black boots, and carries a black purse. She wears sunglasses and red lipstick. She walks confidently and casually. The street is damp and reflective, creating a mirror effect of the colorful lights. Many pedestrians walk about.
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Prompt: Several giant wooly mammoths approach treading through a snowy meadow, their long wooly fur lightly blows in the wind as they walk, snow covered trees and dramatic snow capped mountains in the distance, mid afternoon light with wispy clouds and a sun high in the distance creates a warm glow, the low camera view is stunning capturing the large furry mammal with beautiful photography, depth of field.
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Prompt: A movie trailer featuring the adventures of the 30 year old space man wearing a red wool knitted motorcycle helmet, blue sky, salt desert, cinematic style, shot on 35mm film, vivid colors.
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Prompt: Drone view of waves crashing against the rugged cliffs along Big Sur's garay point beach. The crashing blue waters create white-tipped waves, while the golden light of the setting sun illuminates the rocky shore. A small island with a lighthouse sits in the distance, and green shrubbery covers the cliff's edge. The steep drop from the road down to the beach is a dramatic feat, with the cliff's edges jutting out over the sea. This is a view that captures the raw beauty of the coast and the rugged landscape of the Pacific Coast Highway.

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Prompt: Animated scene features a close-up of a short fluffy monster kneeling beside a melting red candle. The art style is 3D and realistic, with a focus on lighting and texture. The mood of the painting is one of wonder and curiosity, as the monster gazes at the flame with wide eyes and open mouth. Its pose and expression convey a sense of innocence and playfulness, as if it is exploring the world around it for the first time. The use of warm colors and dramatic lighting further enhances the cozy atmosphere of the image.

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Prompt: A gorgeously rendered papercraft world of a coral reef, rife with colorful fish and sea creatures.

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Prompt: This close-up shot of a Victoria crowned pigeon showcases its striking blue plumage and red chest. Its crest is made of delicate, lacy feathers, while its eye is a striking red color. The bird’s head is tilted slightly to the side, giving the impression of it looking regal and majestic. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the bird’s striking appearance.

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Prompt: Photorealistic closeup video of two pirate ships battling each other as they sail inside a cup of coffee.

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Prompt: A young man at his 20s is sitting on a piece of cloud in the sky, reading a book.

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Prompt: Historical footage of California during the gold rush.

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Prompt: A close up view of a glass sphere that has a zen garden within it. There is a small dwarf in the sphere who is raking the zen garden and creating patterns in the sand.

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Prompt: Extreme close up of a 24 year old woman’s eye blinking, standing in Marrakech during magic hour, cinematic film shot in 70mm, depth of field, vivid colors, cinematic

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Prompt: A cartoon kangaroo disco dances.

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Prompt: A beautiful homemade video showing the people of Lagos, Nigeria in the year 2056. Shot with a mobile phone camera.

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Prompt: A petri dish with a bamboo forest growing within it that has tiny red pandas running around.

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Prompt: The camera rotates around a large stack of vintage televisions all showing different programs — 1950s sci-fi movies, horror movies, news, static, a 1970s sitcom, etc, set inside a large New York museum gallery.

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Prompt: 3D animation of a small, round, fluffy creature with big, expressive eyes explores a vibrant, enchanted forest. The creature, a whimsical blend of a rabbit and a squirrel, has soft blue fur and a bushy, striped tail. It hops along a sparkling stream, its eyes wide with wonder. The forest is alive with magical elements: flowers that glow and change colors, trees with leaves in shades of purple and silver, and small floating lights that resemble fireflies. The creature stops to interact playfully with a group of tiny, fairy-like beings dancing around a mushroom ring. The creature looks up in awe at a large, glowing tree that seems to be the heart of the forest.

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Prompt: The camera follows behind a white vintage SUV with a black roof rack as it speeds up a steep dirt road surrounded by pine trees on a steep mountain slope, dust kicks up from it’s tires, the sunlight shines on the SUV as it speeds along the dirt road, casting a warm glow over the scene. The dirt road curves gently into the distance, with no other cars or vehicles in sight. The trees on either side of the road are redwoods, with patches of greenery scattered throughout. The car is seen from the rear following the curve with ease, making it seem as if it is on a rugged drive through the rugged terrain. The dirt road itself is surrounded by steep hills and mountains, with a clear blue sky above with wispy clouds.

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Prompt: Reflections in the window of a train traveling through the Tokyo suburbs.

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Prompt: A drone camera circles around a beautiful historic church built on a rocky outcropping along the Amalfi Coast, the view showcases historic and magnificent architectural details and tiered pathways and patios, waves are seen crashing against the rocks below as the view overlooks the horizon of the coastal waters and hilly landscapes of the Amalfi Coast Italy, several distant people are seen walking and enjoying vistas on patios of the dramatic ocean views, the warm glow of the afternoon sun creates a magical and romantic feeling to the scene, the view is stunning captured with beautiful photography.

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Prompt: A large orange octopus is seen resting on the bottom of the ocean floor, blending in with the sandy and rocky terrain. Its tentacles are spread out around its body, and its eyes are closed. The octopus is unaware of a king crab that is crawling towards it from behind a rock, its claws raised and ready to attack. The crab is brown and spiny, with long legs and antennae. The scene is captured from a wide angle, showing the vastness and depth of the ocean. The water is clear and blue, with rays of sunlight filtering through. The shot is sharp and crisp, with a high dynamic range. The octopus and the crab are in focus, while the background is slightly blurred, creating a depth of field effect.

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Prompt: A flock of paper airplanes flutters through a dense jungle, weaving around trees as if they were migrating birds.

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Prompt: A cat waking up its sleeping owner demanding breakfast. The owner tries to ignore the cat, but the cat tries new tactics and finally the owner pulls out a secret stash of treats from under the pillow to hold the cat off a little longer.

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Prompt: Borneo wildlife on the Kinabatangan River

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Prompt: A Chinese Lunar New Year celebration video with Chinese Dragon.

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Prompt: Tour of an art gallery with many beautiful works of art in different styles.

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Prompt: Beautiful, snowy Tokyo city is bustling. The camera moves through the bustling city street, following several people enjoying the beautiful snowy weather and shopping at nearby stalls. Gorgeous sakura petals are flying through the wind along with snowflakes.

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Prompt: A stop motion animation of a flower growing out of the windowsill of a suburban house.

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Prompt: The story of a robot’s life in a cyberpunk setting.

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Prompt: An extreme close-up of an gray-haired man with a beard in his 60s, he is deep in thought pondering the history of the universe as he sits at a cafe in Paris, his eyes focus on people offscreen as they walk as he sits mostly motionless, he is dressed in a wool coat suit coat with a button-down shirt , he wears a brown beret and glasses and has a very professorial appearance, and the end he offers a subtle closed-mouth smile as if he found the answer to the mystery of life, the lighting is very cinematic with the golden light and the Parisian streets and city in the background, depth of field, cinematic 35mm film.

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Prompt: A beautiful silhouette animation shows a wolf howling at the moon, feeling lonely, until it finds its pack.

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Prompt: New York City submerged like Atlantis. Fish, whales, sea turtles and sharks swim through the streets of New York.

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Prompt: A litter of golden retriever puppies playing in the snow. Their heads pop out of the snow, covered in.

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Prompt: Step-printing scene of a person running, cinematic film shot in 35mm.

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Prompt: Five gray wolf pups frolicking and chasing each other around a remote gravel road, surrounded by grass. The pups run and leap, chasing each other, and nipping at each other, playing.

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Prompt: Basketball through hoop then explodes.

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Prompt: Archeologists discover a generic plastic chair in the desert, excavating and dusting it with great care.

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Prompt: A grandmother with neatly combed grey hair stands behind a colorful birthday cake with numerous candles at a wood dining room table, expression is one of pure joy and happiness, with a happy glow in her eye. She leans forward and blows out the candles with a gentle puff, the cake has pink frosting and sprinkles and the candles cease to flicker, the grandmother wears a light blue blouse adorned with floral patterns, several happy friends and family sitting at the table can be seen celebrating, out of focus. The scene is beautifully captured, cinematic, showing a 3/4 view of the grandmother and the dining room. Warm color tones and soft lighting enhance the mood..

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Prompt: The camera directly faces colorful buildings in Burano Italy. An adorable dalmation looks through a window on a building on the ground floor. Many people are walking and cycling along the canal streets in front of the buildings.

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Prompt: An adorable happy otter confidently stands on a surfboard wearing a yellow lifejacket, riding along turquoise tropical waters near lush tropical islands, 3D digital render art style.

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Prompt: This close-up shot of a chameleon showcases its striking color changing capabilities. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the animal’s striking appearance.

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Prompt: A corgi vlogging itself in tropical Maui.

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Prompt: A white and orange tabby cat is seen happily darting through a dense garden, as if chasing something. Its eyes are wide and happy as it jogs forward, scanning the branches, flowers, and leaves as it walks. The path is narrow as it makes its way between all the plants. the scene is captured from a ground-level angle, following the cat closely, giving a low and intimate perspective. The image is cinematic with warm tones and a grainy texture. The scattered daylight between the leaves and plants above creates a warm contrast, accentuating the cat’s orange fur. The shot is clear and sharp, with a shallow depth of field.

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Prompt: Aerial view of Santorini during the blue hour, showcasing the stunning architecture of white Cycladic buildings with blue domes. The caldera views are breathtaking, and the lighting creates a beautiful, serene atmosphere.

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Prompt: Tiltshift of a construction site filled with workers, equipment, and heavy machinery.

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Prompt: A giant, towering cloud in the shape of a man looms over the earth. The cloud man shoots lighting bolts down to the earth.

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Prompt: A Samoyed and a Golden Retriever dog are playfully romping through a futuristic neon city at night. The neon lights emitted from the nearby buildings glistens off of their fur.

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Prompt: The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a historic railway bridge in Scotland, UK, that crosses over the west highland line between the towns of Mallaig and Fort William. It is a stunning sight as a steam train leaves the bridge, traveling over the arch-covered viaduct. The landscape is dotted with lush greenery and rocky mountains, creating a picturesque backdrop for the train journey. The sky is blue and the sun is shining, making for a beautiful day to explore this majestic spot.

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Prompt: an old man wearing a green dress and a sun hat taking a pleasant stroll in Antarctica during a colorful festival

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Prompt: a woman wearing a green dress and a sun hat a green dress and a sun hat taking a pleasant stroll in Johannesburg, South Africa during a colorful festival a colorful festival

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Prompt: an old man wearing a green dress and a sun hat taking a pleasant stroll in Antarctica during a beautiful sunset.

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Prompt: an old man wearing blue jeans and a white t-shirt taking a pleasant stroll in Johannesburg, South Africa during a beautiful sunset.

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Prompt: an old man wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Mumbai, India during during a winter storm.

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Prompt: a woman wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Mumbai, India during during a winter storm..

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Prompt: an old man wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Mumbai, India during during a beatiful sunset.

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Prompt: a woman wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Mumbai, India during during a colorful festiuval.

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Prompt: a woman wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Antartica during during a beatiful sunset.

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Prompt: a woman wearing purple overalls and cowboy boots taking a pleasant stroll in Antartica during during a colorful festiuval.

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Prompt: Fly through tour of a museum with many paintings and sculptures and beautiful works of art in all styles.

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Prompt: An alien blending in naturally with new york city, paranoia thriller style, 35mm film.

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Prompt: Strong Remix: add googly eyes on jellyfish .

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Prompt: a cozy isometric retro futuristic miniature world with spaceships, comets and beautiful planets in the distant background, gorgeously rendered in 8k at maximum quality, tilt shift photography.

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Prompt: an animated claymation video of a plant and his friends.

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Prompt: Remix: Remix stregnth 8: he bounces up and down excited.

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Prompt: a closeup of a woman’s face with brown hair, circular red tinted glasses and dark red lipstick.

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Prompt: Storyboard: A group of six workers, dressed in dark, worn clothing and carrying tools and backpacks, are seen slowly walking on a desolate, fog-covered beach. The massive, rusted body of a huge submarine looms behind them, casting an imposing silhouette against the thick, sepia-toned fog. The muted light and desaturated tones heighten the eerie, apocalyptic atmosphere. The beach is muddy and strewn with debris, contributing to the scene’s feeling of decay and abandonment. The video is captured using a digital full-frame camera with a wide-angle lens, shot on digital film, under natural, fog-diffused lighting. The fog thickens as the workers navigate around the submarine , further enveloping the massive structure. The workers pause, examining the wreckage more closely, their silhouettes blurred by the mist. The camera pans out, revealing more of the fog-covered coastline and emphasizing the immense size of the shipwreck compared to the diminutive human figures.

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Prompt: a bird of paradise on a buddha statue.

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Prompt: andheld grainy, black-and-white footage shows the ominous silhouette of a giant futuristic brutalist spaceship emerging from the misty sea, towering over a small, quaint seaside town. The town’s outlines are barely visible under the thick layer of fog.

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Prompt: A serene and otherworldly scene unfolds with high-resolution digital clarity, capturing a minimalist beach at twilight where fashionably dressed figures recline on floating chairs woven from delicate reeds, hovering just above the gentle waves; the ocean emits ethereal smoke particles that rise and form abstract patterns in the air; bioluminescent plankton in the water glow softly, illuminating the scene with a magical light as the chairs drift effortlessly along the shoreline. The footage has muted colors and earth tones. The footage looks like it is from a 1970’s nature documentary.

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Prompt: a golden retriever puppy wearing a superhero outfit complete with a mask and cape stands perched on the top of the empire state building in winter, overlooking the nyc it protects at night. the back of the pup is visible to the camera; his attention faced to nyc.

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Prompt: rockefeller center is overrun by golden retrievers! everywhere you look, there are golden retrievers. it’s a nighttime winter wonderland in nyc, and there is a grand christmas tree visible. taxis and other nyc elements are visible in the background.

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Prompt: A dramatic, straight-on close-up shot reveals the face of a deep-sea diver inside an old-fashioned brass diving helmet. The thick, rounded glass of the helmet offers a clear view of his serene expression. Tiny bubbles trail upward inside the helmet, and water droplets cling to the interior surfaces. Held carefully in front of him is an open book, its pages fluttering gently in the underwater currents. The book appears dry and intact, defying the surrounding aquatic environment. Soft beams of sunlight penetrate the water’s surface, illuminating his face and casting a golden glow on the pages. Fish swim in the periphery, their colors muted by the depth but still vibrant against the blue-green backdrop. The diver’s eyes scan the text intently, completely absorbed in his reading despite being submerged. The surreal combination of literature and the depths of the ocean creates a dreamlike atmosphere, highlighting the pursuit of knowledge in the most unexpected places.

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Prompt: a family of grizzly bears sit at a table, dining on salmon sashimi with chopsticks. wasabi and other condiments are at the table. the papa and mama bears are joined with their two cubs, all enjoying the sushi.

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Prompt: Deep within a mystical forest at twilight, create a scene where glowing, bioluminescent creatures wander gracefully among towering, moss-covered trees. The creatures’ forms are ethereal, with sleek, organic shapes adorned by pulsating patterns of light in soft whites, pale yellows, and subtle pinks. Their glow illuminates the surrounding forest, casting faint, rippling reflections on a nearby stream that winds through the lush landscape. The trees and plants are alive with glowing accents—trailing vines dripping with luminescent droplets, mushrooms emitting faint halos of light, and flowers shimmering with vibrant, magical hues. The soft, diffused light of the bioluminescence enhances the shadows and textures, giving the scene depth and mystery. The atmosphere is serene and otherworldly, with the faint hum of energy in the air. Tiny motes of glowing dust float lazily, adding a dreamy, enchanted quality to the forest. The creatures move fluidly, their radiant forms blending seamlessly into the glowing ecosystem, creating a tranquil yet awe-inspiring moment in an enchanted world.

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Prompt: in a pastel bathroom with a rubber ducky, an adorable dragon made entirely of shampoo bubbles. the dragon breathes bubbles.

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Prompt: the shot is foggy with sharp color contrast, the look and feel captured is found footage quality with low visibility, providing a sense of immediacy and chaos. the scene displays shaky cam footage from the perspective of 17th-century sailors aboard a pirate ship. the horizon shakes violently as waves crash against the wooden hull, making it difficult to discern details. suddenly, a massive kraken emerges dramatically from the tumultuous sea. its enormous, slippery tentacles reach out menacingly, the slimy appendages wrapping around the ship with terrifying strength. the view shifts wildly as sailors scramble in disarray to face the monstrous sea creature. the atmosphere is intense, with the groans of the ship and the roars of the ocean audible amid the chaos.

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Prompt: Storyboard: five astronaut dogs float in a spacecraft, gazing out at the infinite expanse of space. they wear a white spacesuits with an American insignia and a space agency logo, and their helmets are secured with straps. in the background, planets and moons can be seen, their colors vibrant against the deep blue of the cosmos. the film frame in the foreground gives the impression of a high-tech and futuristic journey, as if the dogs are on a mission to explore the unknown.

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Prompt: storyboard prompt: 1: the 'bling zoo' shop in new york city is both a jewelry store and zoo. sabertooth tigers with diamond and gold adornments, turtles with glistening emerald shells, monkeys wearing crowns, etc. end of vid prompt: the aquarium section of bling zoo. sea horses made of diamonds and pearls, king crabs and lobsters made of rubies wear crowns, turtles made of diamonds swim in the background also prmpt: The aquarium section of bling zoo, featuring jellyfish made entirely out of gold and sapphires swimming through princely seas

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Prompt: figure skater performs a triple axle with a cat on her head

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Prompt: a man does a backflip on a paddleboard

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Prompt: a person is standing on 2 horses with legs spread. make it not slowmo also realistic. the guy fell off pretty hard in the end. single shot

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Prompt: in the style of a japanese anime, a melancholy scene under the fireworks of a night sky. the world is so happy, but not the two star-crossed protagonists of this gorgeous japanese town in the middle of a festival. film-caliber sakuga japanese animation, close-up shots of the characters having a conversation in japanese, beautiful fluid hand-drawn animation

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Prompt: an astronaut golden retriever named Sora levitates around an intergalactic pup-themed space station with a tiny jet back that propels him. gorgeous specular lighting and comets fly through the sky, retro-future astro-themed music plays in the background. light glimmers off the dog's eyes. the dog initially propels towards the space station with the doors opening to let him in. the shot then changes. now inside the space station, many tennis balls are flying around in zero gravity. the dog's astronaut helmet opens up so he can grab one. 35mm film, the intricate details and texturing of the dog's hair are clearly visible and the light of the comets shimmers off the fur.

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Prompt: a guy does a backflip

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Prompt: a gymnast flips on a balance beam. cinematic

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Prompt: man does a cannonball off diving board

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Prompt: a man rides a horse which is on another horse

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Prompt: a group people playing volleyball

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Prompt: skateboarder does a kickflip

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Prompt: a dalmatian deftly walks runs and hops his way through a complex obstacle course in burano italy

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Prompt: A bright, inviting Mediterranean villa exterior bathed in warm, natural sunlight during a clear late afternoon in Mallorca. The villa features whitewashed walls, terracotta roof tiles, and lush greenery with vibrant bougainvillea climbing the facade. A happy family of four—parents in casual summer attire and two children playing near a sparkling turquoise pool—enjoys their relaxed holiday. The camera begins with a wide establishing shot at eye level, slowly dollying in to a medium shot focusing on the children laughing and splashing in the pool. Soft shadows fall across the scene, with warm amber sunlight complemented by accents of the brand’s signature blue (#5bc0de) on pool floats, cushions, and beach towels. Gentle sea breeze animates the leaves and curtains fluttering from open windows. Mood is joyful, welcoming, and family-friendly, evoking a luxurious yet approachable vacation atmosphere.

Actions:
- Children splash water playfully, parents smile and watch from nearby lounge chairs.
- Close-up on a beach bag with VillasMediterranean.com logo, highlighting the brand blue (#5bc0de).
- Mother pours fresh lemonade from a carafe, father raises a glass in a toast.
- Family waves happily as the camera slowly pulls back to reveal the full villa and surrounding scenic landscape.
Background Sound:
Soft ambient sounds of gentle waves, distant seagulls, light laughter, and relaxed acoustic guitar music underscore the scene.

Dialogue (optional):
Child: "This is the best holiday ever!"
Parent: "VillasMediterranean.com made it so easy to find our perfect home.

Note: This video was generated with PropertyDescriptionAI using OpenAI Sora 2 API and the prompt was generated using the PropertyDescriptionAI's Improve Prompt feature.

OpenAI Sora Overview

OpenAI’s Sora is an AI model that can create realistic and imaginative scenes from text instructions. It’s a new artificial intelligence system capable of generating high-quality video content from simple text descriptions.

OpenAI Sora is a breakthrough product developed by the sophisticated team at OpenAI. It is a technology solution empowered by artificial intelligence, aimed at providing outstanding assistance in complex tasks and revolutionizing a broad range of fields.

Breakdown of Key Features

  1. Natural Language Processing: Sora understands human language naturally — comprehending syntax, semantics, and context like a human would.
  2. Artificial Intelligence Model: Built upon a cutting-edge AI framework, Sora continuously learns and improves, optimizing results for users.
  3. Task Affordability: Sora assists across a wide range of tasks, making it versatile for many industries and professions.
  4. Scalability: From small to large-scale tasks, Sora efficiently scales operations to meet diverse needs.
  5. Ease of Integration: Sora integrates smoothly with existing systems and applications for quick implementation.

OpenAI Sora is designed to be a key component across professional domains, excelling in understanding and executing language-based tasks with precision.

Secure & Reliable: Sora ensures privacy and operates according to industry-leading security standards.

Additional Features

  1. Accuracy: Trained extensively to deliver precise results, Sora is ideal for high-accuracy tasks.
  2. Efficiency: Automates repetitive processes to save time and boost productivity.
  3. User-Friendly Interface: Designed for simplicity, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical users.

Sora 2 Overview

Sora 2 is OpenAI’s advanced AI model designed to generate high-quality video content from text prompts. It allows creators to translate detailed instructions into dynamic, realistic video sequences with creative flexibility.

Sora 2 builds on cutting-edge AI technology to provide precise control over video generation. Its capabilities include managing camera angles, lighting, color palettes, motion, and even dialogue or sound cues, making it an essential tool for AI-driven video production.

Key Features

  1. AI Video Generation: Convert text descriptions into realistic video clips with high visual fidelity.
  2. Detailed Prompt Control: Precisely direct framing, lighting, motion, and visual style for consistent outputs.
  3. Creative Flexibility: Use open prompts for varied outcomes or detailed prompts for exact results.
  4. Reference Integration: Incorporate image references to guide visual style or composition.
  5. Remix and Iteration: Easily refine and remix results, making incremental adjustments to perfect each shot.

Sora 2 is designed for creators, developers, and AI enthusiasts who want a powerful tool to produce high-quality, imaginative video content directly from text.

Learn More: Explore the full Sora 2 Prompting Guide for detailed instructions and best practices.

Sora 2 Guidelines

The Sora 2 model provides a powerful framework for generating AI video content from text prompts. Following best practices ensures consistent, high-quality outputs.

Effective Prompting

  1. Detailed vs. Open Prompts: Detailed prompts give control and consistency, while open prompts allow creative variations. Balance depends on your goals.
  2. Iterative Process: Small changes to camera, lighting, or action can significantly impact results. Treat each generation as a fresh take.

API Parameters

  1. Model: Choose between sora-2 or sora-2-pro.
  2. Size: Specify resolution, e.g., 1280x720.
  3. Seconds: Set clip length (e.g., 4, 8, 12 seconds).

Prompt Structure

  1. Anatomy: Describe shots as storyboard sketches including camera framing, depth of field, action beats, lighting, and color palette.
  2. Multiple Shots: Keep each shot distinct with its own setup and action.
  3. Length: Short prompts give more creative freedom; longer prompts provide more control.

Visual Cues

  1. Style: Set visual tone early (e.g., "1970s film").
  2. Clarity: Use specific descriptions, e.g., "wet asphalt, zebra crosswalk, neon sign reflection".
  3. Camera Direction: Specify framing and motion (e.g., "wide shot, low angle").

Motion and Timing

  1. Simplicity: Each shot should have one clear camera move and one subject action.
  2. Precision: Describe actions in beats or counts (e.g., "Actor takes four steps to the window, pauses, and pulls the curtain in the final second").

Lighting and Color

  1. Quality and Color: Describe light quality and color anchors (e.g., "soft window light with warm lamp fill, cool rim from hallway").
  2. Palette Anchors: Name 3–5 colors to maintain consistency across shots.

Image Input

  1. Reference: Include images as visual references in API calls.
  2. Formats: Supported formats: image/jpeg, image/png, image/webp.

Dialogue and Audio

  1. Dialogue: Include concise and natural dialogue directly in your prompt.
  2. Background Sound: Suggest pacing with subtle sounds for silent shots (e.g., "distant traffic hiss").

Remix Functionality

  1. Controlled Changes: Use remix to make one change at a time and describe the tweak (e.g., "same shot, switch to 85 mm").
  2. Pinning: Pin a result as a reference and only describe the adjustment to maintain consistency.
For detailed examples and full guidance, visit the Sora 2 Prompting Guide.

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FAQs

OpenAI Sora is a sophisticated technology solution developed by OpenAI that uses artificial intelligence to assist with a variety of tasks, comprehending natural human language. A video generation model. The article Video generation models as world simulators explains the technical details.

Sora works by using a trained AI model that can understand human language inputs, process information, and generate relevant results.

Sora can be used in a wide range of fields—from automating customer service to enabling advanced AI features in applications. Its versatility makes it suitable for many use cases.

Sora stands out for its advanced natural language processing and self-improving AI model, which becomes more efficient and reliable over time.

Sora is highly scalable and can handle both small and large data workloads efficiently. It integrates easily with existing systems.

Sora maintains high security standards. All processed data is handled securely to ensure privacy and protection.

Sora provides highly accurate results thanks to its extensive model training. However, like any AI, it’s not 100% perfect.

While technical knowledge helps, Sora’s interface is designed to be user-friendly and accessible for non-technical users as well.

Sora reduces manual workload, minimizes errors, and streamlines processes, boosting overall operational efficiency.

OpenAI provides documentation and technical support for integration. You can contact the OpenAI team to get started.

Initially available to testers in February 2024, Sora was officially released on Sora.com in September 2024.

OpenAI later launched Sora 2 in October 2025 along with an iOS app Sora by OpenAI.

The latest model features synchronized dialogue, sound effects, and more realistic video generation.

Sora presets refer to predefined styles or effects for generating specific types of video outputs.

Examples include:
• Cinematic – Film-like visuals
• Stop Motion – Frame-by-frame animation
• Film Noir – Classic black-and-white style
• Anime – Vibrant hand-drawn visuals
• Cyberpunk – Futuristic neon aesthetics
• Dreamy – Soft, surreal look
• Hyper-Realistic – Photorealistic rendering
• Pixel Art – Retro video game style

Sora 2 guidelines are rules and best practices for using the model safely and effectively.

Key points include:
  • Use clear, specific prompts describing scenes, subjects, camera, lighting, and audio.
  • Avoid explicit content, hate speech, or copyrighted characters without permission.
  • Respect likeness rights if depicting real people.
  • Preview videos before final generation and iterate as needed.
  • Be aware of limitations like complex scenes, fast camera movements, or physics errors.

Sora 2 is OpenAI’s text-to-video model that generates short videos with synchronized audio from text prompts.

It allows users to create scenes with characters, environments, camera motion, lighting, and sound.

Use clear, specific prompts that describe the scene, subjects, camera movements, lighting, and audio.

Start simple, generate a preview first, and iterate to refine your video for the best results.

Yes. Avoid generating explicit content, hate speech, or copyrighted characters without permission.

You also need to respect likeness rights if depicting real people.

Sora 2 may struggle with complex scenes, fast camera movements, multiple characters, or intricate physics.

Generated videos may also show minor continuity, lighting, or motion errors.

Yes, you can opt in to allow your face and voice to be used in videos.

You can also revoke access at any time to prevent others from using your likeness.

Videos are watermarked and labeled as AI-generated for transparency.

You can share them online or with others, following OpenAI’s content policies.

Sora 2 is currently available via the Sora iOS app (invite-only) and online in a limited rollout.

Features and access will expand gradually as OpenAI releases updates.


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