I2V-01-Director

I2V-01-Director is an advanced image-to-video generation model developed by MiniMax as part of its Video-01 (Hailuo AI) series. Designed for high-precision creative control, the model enables users to animate static images while directing specific camera movements. It serves as the image-based counterpart to the T2V-01-Director model, focusing on cinematic consistency and technical shot control.

The model's primary capability is its support for cinematic camera instructions, which can be triggered using natural language or bracketed commands like [Pan left], [Zoom in], or [Tilt up]. It supports 15 distinct movement types—including truck, pedestal, and shake—which can be combined to create complex sequences such as the Hitchcock zoom. This functionality is intended to reduce the randomness often found in AI video generation, providing a more reliable tool for filmmakers and content creators.

Technically, I2V-01-Director produces high-definition video clips, typically at 720p resolution with a frame rate of 25fps. It is optimized for temporal stability, maintaining subject fidelity and lighting consistency across the duration of the clip. The model is primarily accessible through the Hailuo AI web platform and the MiniMax developer API.