COLOURS OF SYNESTHESIA
SCENE 1: KITCHEN AT NIGHT
(INT. KITCHEN – NIGHT)
Shot 1: Establishing shot – girl drawing at a table
Prompt:
A dimly lit kitchen corner at night, illuminated only by a glowing tablet screen. A young woman
(25 years old, slender, long black hair, pale skin) is sitting at a white table, drawing on a tablet.
The soft blue glow reflects on her face, creating an atmospheric, moody feel. The background is
dark, fading into shadows. Watercolor painting style with subtle texture.
Shot 2: Close-up of her hands drawing
Prompt:
Close-up of delicate hands moving a stylus across a tablet screen, sketching abstract blue
shapes. The screen glows gently, casting soft light on her fingers. The surroundings are dark,
with the focus on the hands and the artwork. Watercolor effect, slightly blurred edges for a
dreamy look.
tly blurred edges for a dreamy look.
Shot 3: Expression change as she hears waves
Prompt:
The young woman’s face in close-up, her wide eyes reflecting surprise as she hears the distant
sound of ocean waves. A soft blue hue from the tablet screen highlights her features. Shadows
create depth, with an ethereal, surreal feel. Watercolor aesthetic.
Shot 4: Abstract transformation – waves emerge from the tablet
Prompt:
Surreal transformation: Blue waves emerge from the tablet screen, spilling into the air like liquid
light. The glowing water flows, illuminating the kitchen, with tiny particles floating in the air.
Dreamlike watercolor style, soft edges and fluid motion.
SCENE 2: FLIGHT ABOVE THE OCEAN
(EXT. SKY ABOVE THE OCEAN – TIMELESS SPACE)
Shot 5: Wide shot – girl floating above the ocean
Prompt:
A young woman floating weightlessly high above an endless ocean at night. Her black hair
flows in the wind, her expression is a mix of wonder and awe. Below her, the vast sea shimmers
under moonlight, waves forming dynamic, rolling patterns. Ethereal, watercolor style, soft
gradients blending sea and sky.
Shot 6: Distant surfer on a massive wave
Prompt:
A lone surfer riding a towering wave in the vast ocean. The wave is enormous, curling above
him with a translucent blue crest, white foam spraying in slow motion. The surfer is determined,
balancing skillfully on his board. The scene is illuminated by moonlight, adding a mystical glow.
Watercolor aesthetic with fluid textures.
Shot 7: Close-up – surfer’s intense expression
Prompt:
Close-up of a surfer’s face, his eyes focused, hair wet from the sea. The background is blurred
with rolling waves and ocean spray. His expression shows concentration and exhilaration.
Watercolor painting with expressive brush strokes.
Shot 8: Slow-motion of the wave crashing
Prompt:
A gigantic wave crashes into the ocean, sending a spray of white foam into the air. The motion
is captured in slow motion, with water droplets suspended midair, glistening under soft light.
Dreamlike, watercolor texture with subtle misty edges.
SCENE 3: RETURN TO REALITY
(INT. KITCHEN – MORNING)
Shot 9: Girl waking up at the table
Prompt:
A young woman slowly waking up at a white table, her head resting on her arm. The morning
sunlight streams through a nearby window, casting a warm golden hue. The tablet screen is
now dark, as if the dream ended. Soft watercolor lighting, delicate warm tones.
Shot 10: Close-up – coffee preparation
Prompt:
A ceramic mug being filled with steaming hot coffee. The background is softly blurred,
emphasizing the rising steam and rich brown liquid. Warm morning tones, watercolor style with
delicate brush strokes.
Shot 11: Sunbeam and floating dust particles
Prompt:
A sunbeam entering through a kitchen window, illuminating floating dust particles in the air. The
light creates a soft glow, highlighting the tiny specks as they dance in the air. Warm golden
hues, dreamy atmosphere, watercolor aesthetic.
SCENE 4: THE DESERT
(EXT. ENDLESS DESERT – DAY)
Shot 12: Girl in the middle of a vast desert
Prompt:
A young woman standing alone in an endless golden desert, her black hair blowing in the wind.
The dunes stretch infinitely, under a burning yellow sky. The scene feels surreal, like stepping
into another world. Watercolor painting with soft transitions and dust effects.
Shot 13: Mirage of an oasis
Prompt:
A shimmering mirage of a lush oasis in the distance, palm trees and blue water distorted by the
heat waves. The desert sand glows under the sun. The illusion appears just beyond reach.
Dreamlike, watercolor textures with flowing heat distortion.
Shot 14: Sandstorm intensifying
Prompt:
A powerful sandstorm approaching fast, golden dust swirling violently in the wind. The sky turns
hazy, the horizon blurs as the storm engulfs the landscape. Watercolor effect with high contrast
and dynamic motion.
SCENE 5: EVENING IN THE KITCHEN
(INT. KITCHEN – EVENING)
Shot 15: Girl sleeping at the table again
Prompt:
A young woman sleeping at a white table, the evening light turning the kitchen into a soft
greenish glow. The room feels peaceful yet surreal. Shadows stretch as the sun sets.
Watercolor effect with warm and cool tones blending.
Shot 16: Cigar smoke rising in the green-lit room
Prompt:
A close-up of a cigarette burning, thin wisps of smoke rising gracefully in the dimly lit kitchen.
The background fades into greenish hues, creating a moody, cinematic effect. Watercolor
painting with soft, floating textures.
SCENE 6: THE MAGICAL UNICORN
(EXT. GREEN MEADOW – TWILIGHT)
Shot 17: Distant figure approaching through the mist
Prompt:
A small white figure emerging from a misty, enchanted forest in the distance. The twilight sky is
tinged with deep blue and purple hues. The figure gradually takes shape as it approaches.
Watercolor aesthetic, soft lighting, mysterious atmosphere.
Shot 18: Unicorn galloping towards the girl
Prompt:
A majestic white unicorn galloping across lush green fields, its flowing mane catching the
twilight breeze. Its spiral horn shimmers in soft rainbow hues. The landscape glows with magical
energy. Dreamlike watercolor, soft painterly textures.
Shot 19: Girl leaping onto the unicorn’s back
Prompt:
A young woman jumps onto the back of a galloping unicorn, holding onto its mane. Her hair
and clothes flow with the wind. The unicorn charges forward into the twilight. Watercolor fantasy
scene with dramatic motion blur.
SCENE 7: THE FINAL RIDE INTO THE SKY
(EXT. NIGHT SKY – FINAL SCENE)
Shot 20: Unicorn and girl flying into the stars
Prompt:
A white unicorn with a glowing, multicolored horn flying through the night sky, carrying a young
woman on its back. The stars shine brightly, leaving a trail of glowing dust behind them.
Watercolor fantasy, celestial magic atmosphere.
Shot 21: Fade to black, only the sound of wind remains
THE END
COLOURS OF SYNESTHESIA
Here are three detailed prompts for each shot, optimized for Runway ML, ensuring a cohesive 90s
anime aesthetic (Akira, Sabre Rider and the Star Sheriffs). Each set of three prompts per shot will serve
as keyframes for your five-second animation sequence.
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SCENE 1: KITCHEN AT NIGHT
Shot 1: Establishing shot – girl drawing at a table
1. A dimly lit kitchen at night, illuminated only by the glow of a tablet screen. The room has a
retro-futuristic 90s anime aesthetic, with detailed shadows and a blue hue dominating the scene. The
young woman (25, slender, long black hair) sits at a white table, focused on sketching. The kitchen has
old appliances, reminiscent of a cyberpunk setting, with scattered papers and a cup of coffee beside
her.
2. Close-up of the girl’s face, eyes intensely focused, the tablet’s glow reflecting in her pupils. The
shadows under her eyes suggest exhaustion but also deep concentration. The atmosphere is calm but
slightly eerie, emphasizing the quiet stillness of the night.
3. The camera slowly pulls back, revealing more of the kitchen, the contrast between the warm table
light and the cold, dark surroundings. The aesthetic feels like a blend of Akira and Ghost in the Shell,
with bold lines, high contrast, and soft glow effects.
Shot 2: Close-up of her hands drawing
1. Extreme close-up of delicate hands moving a stylus across a glowing tablet screen. The stylus traces
abstract blue shapes, which seem to pulse subtly as if alive. The glow of the tablet reflects on her pale
fingers, creating a contrast between the warm digital light and the surrounding darkness.
2. The angle shifts slightly to show her fingertips barely touching the tablet, as if she’s hesitating. The
stylus creates deep, inky strokes, giving the illusion that the drawing might be more than just an
image—it might be alive.
3. The camera pulls back slightly, showing the flickering light of the screen, with a faint electric pulse
effect. The lines she’s drawing ripple slightly, indicating something surreal is about to happen.
Shot 3: Expression change as she hears waves
1. The girl's face in extreme close-up, eyes wide in surprise as she suddenly hears the distant sound of
ocean waves. The tablet’s blue glow illuminates her face, highlighting her delicate features and the
slight tremor of her lips.
2. Slow zoom-in on her reflection in the dark tablet screen. Her own face appears distorted, as if the
screen is becoming liquid. The blue light intensifies, adding a dreamlike atmosphere to the scene.
3. A sudden, sharp shift in lighting—her dark surroundings flicker with an unnatural blue hue. Her hair
moves slightly as if a breeze has entered the still kitchen, enhancing the surreal, almost supernatural
feel.
Shot 4: Abstract transformation – waves emerge from the tablet
1. The tablet screen ripples like water, glowing intensely as blue waves begin to rise from it, breaking
the boundaries of reality. The waves are translucent, glowing with bioluminescent highlights. Tiny
droplets hover in the air, shimmering like stars.
2. The waves flow upward, twisting and curling in slow motion. The water is hyper-stylized, resembling
the fluid motion seen in 90s anime fight scenes, with sharp, exaggerated highlights and deep,
mesmerizing shadows.
3. The kitchen transforms—the walls fade into darkness as the glowing water fills the space. The girl is
caught between awe and fear, her hair and clothes slightly lifted by an unseen force.
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SCENE 2: FLIGHT ABOVE THE OCEAN
Shot 5: Wide shot – girl floating above the ocean
1. A young woman floats weightlessly above an endless ocean under a starry sky. Her black hair flows
like ink in the wind. Below her, the vast sea glows faintly, reflecting the stars. The moonlight gives the
scene an ethereal glow, capturing the 90s anime aesthetic.
2. The angle shifts, showing her from below, emphasizing the scale of the ocean. The waves stretch
infinitely, creating a hypnotic pattern of moving lights and shadows. Her expression is a mixture of awe
and uncertainty.
3. Soft, glowing mist surrounds her, blending seamlessly into the night sky. The animation style
emphasizes the surrealness, blending fluid movement with vibrant color gradients typical of 90s anime
dream sequences.
Shot 6: Distant surfer on a massive wave
1. A lone surfer rides an impossibly massive wave, its crest curling above him like a tsunami. The deep
blue of the water is contrasted with electric white foam, captured in a slow-motion, hyper-detailed
anime aesthetic.
2. Zoom-in on the surfer, his silhouette dark against the glowing water. His body leans dynamically, and
the board carves through the liquid surface with exaggerated anime-style streak lines emphasizing
movement.
3. The ocean itself seems alive—the wave pulses, shifting slightly unnaturally, as if responding to some
unseen force. The scene is cinematic, with heavy contrast and deep shadows highlighting the surfer’s
form.
Shot 7: Close-up – surfer’s intense expression
1. Extreme close-up of the surfer’s face, water droplets trailing from his wet hair. His eyes burn with
intensity, capturing the raw emotion of the moment. The background is blurred, showing only streaks
of moving waves.
2. His expression shifts, revealing a mixture of exhilaration and silent terror. The scene pulses with
kinetic energy, emphasizing every minute detail, from the texture of his skin to the individual splashes
of water.
3. A cinematic anime-style slow-motion effect—his hair moves slightly, time seeming to stretch. His
pupils dilate as if realizing something profound about the nature of the waves.
Shot 8: Slow-motion of the wave crashing
1. The colossal wave crashes down in breathtaking slow motion, sending thousands of water droplets
spiraling into the air. The scene feels larger than life, evoking the drama of anime action sequences.
2. The white foam and deep blue water create an electric contrast. The light refracts through the falling
droplets, creating rainbow-like glows within the mist.
3. Time slows even further as the water engulfs everything. A brief moment of silence before the wave
completes its descent, overwhelming the frame in a bright, glowing blue.
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These prompts ensure that Runway ML generates highly dynamic, 90s anime-style images, which will
then smoothly blend into a five-second animation. The exaggerated lighting, strong contrasts, and fluid
motion effects are key elements to match the aesthetic of classic anime films like Akira and Sabre Rider
and the Star Sheriffs. Let me know if you want to adjust any specifics!
SPECIFICS
For generating images in Runway ML's "Frames" model with a 90s anime aesthetic, here are the
recommended settings and style choices:
1. Model Selection
Use "Frames" model – this model is designed to create consistent keyframes that can be animated
smoothly.
2. Style Type Selection
Since you are aiming for a 90s anime look (similar to Akira or Sabre Rider and the Star Sheriffs), the
best choice among the three anime styles is:
Dark Anime – This is the closest match to classic 90s anime aesthetics, as it provides deep contrasts,
strong shadows, and bold outlines.
(Optional) Painted Anime – If you want a softer, more illustrated feel with blended colors, you could try
this, but it might not capture the sharp, cel-shaded look typical of 90s anime.
I recommend starting with "Dark Anime" and tweaking from there.
3. Settings for Generating Frames
Guidance Scale
4.5 to 6.5 – Lower values create more flexible generations, while higher values make the image stick
closer to the prompt.
For accuracy (faithful to the prompt): 6.0 - 6.5
For slight variation (more artistic freedom): 4.5 - 5.5
Frame Consistency (for Animation)
Keep at Medium to High – Ensures each frame maintains stylistic coherence when transitioning into
animation.
Motion Strength
Low to Medium (0.2 - 0.5) – Since you're combining images into a 5-second scene later, you don’t want
excessive distortion or movement.
Color Palette
Use Cool Tones for Night Scenes – Deep blues, purples, and neon glows.
Use Warm Tones for Day Scenes – Golden yellows, soft pastels, but still maintaining high contrast.
Aspect Ratio
16:9 (1920x1080) or 2.35:1 (Cinematic Widescreen) – Use a widescreen format if planning to integrate
this into a movie.
Alternatively, 1:1 (1024x1024) for better consistency across different scenes.
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4. Advanced Tips
Use Image-to-Image: If you want to refine consistency between shots, generate the first image, then
feed it into "Frames" using "Image-to-Image" mode with a high guidance scale (6-7) to maintain details.
Layering for Cel-Shading Effect: If you want a strong cel-shaded 90s anime look, try running the Dark
Anime output through an AI upscaler, then use Photoshop or Krita to tweak the shadows and line work.
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Final Recommendation
✅ Use "Frames" model
✅ Style: Dark Anime (for high contrast & strong lines)
✅ Guidance Scale: 5.5 - 6.5 (higher for accuracy)
✅ Motion Strength: 0.2 - 0.5 (subtle movement for animation)
✅ Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (for film) or 1:1 (for refinement)
✅ Frame Consistency: Medium to High
Try generating a few images first with these settings and refine based on the results. Let me know if
you need more specific tuning!
