AI and Animation Light Up Times Square
Global Media Praise "A Moving Tribute"
Korean Youth Creativity Resonates Worldwide
"It's amazing to see history and technology come together like this," and "It's even more moving because this work was created by young people from Korea."
These were some of the reactions from international media to the video commemorating the 80th anniversary of Liberation, which was screened on the electronic billboards of Times Square in New York on August 15.
This video, completed by students from the Department of Animation at Hoseo University using AI and creative imagination, captivated both citizens and tourists, showcasing the power of Korean youth content to the world.
According to Hoseo University on September 8, the commemorative video screened on the giant billboards in Manhattan’s Times Square on August 15, in celebration of the 80th anniversary of Liberation, deeply resonated with local Korean residents and tourists.
This work, which recreated the sacrifice of the independence patriots and the spirit of independence through AI technology and animation, is being praised as a moving record that connects history and the future.
In particular, the fact that students from the Department of Animation at Hoseo University directly participated in the production of this video has drawn significant attention.
This project was carried out as part of the "2025 Regional Specialized Content Development Support Project" organized by the Chungnam Content Agency. The students completed their work after about 168 hours of intensive training and practice, under the guidance of Professor Park Sungwon.
The works presented by the students include a total of eight pieces, such as "Haetae on an Outing" and "Cheonan Trope."
These works, which reinterpret traditional symbols and local culture in a modern way, utilized generative AI and engine graphics to provide an opportunity for Korean youth to showcase their creativity and regional identity on the global stage.
International media responded enthusiastically to the video, with reports stating, "It's amazing to see history and technology come together like this," and "It's moving to know that this was created by young people from Korea."
Citizens and Korean residents at the scene also expressed their excitement, shouting "Long live Korean independence" as they watched the video.
Among the 12 participating students, three visited New York in person, where they interacted with the School of Visual Arts (SVA), a leading global design education institution, and experienced the latest trends in the content industry. This was a valuable opportunity to develop capabilities that go beyond simple video production and prepare for success on the global stage.
Professor Park Sungwon stated, "Starting from the 2026 academic year, Hoseo University's Department of Animation will be reorganized into an Animation School to focus on nurturing talent in AI and other new technologies," adding, "We will continue to actively support our students so they can grow into content professionals who can reach the world."
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