Evolved Virtual Creatures
Originally released in 1994. Evolved Virtual Creatures is a animation/documentary film. directed by Karl Sims. At just 4 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eric Hansen
Synopsis
This video shows results from a research project involving simulated Darwinian evolutions of virtual block creatures. A population of several hundred creatures is created within a supercomputer, and each creature is tested for their ability to perform a given task, such the ability to swim in a simulated water environment. Those that are most successful survive, and their virtual genes containing coded instructions for their growth, are copied, combined, and mutated to make offspring for a new population. The new creatures are again tested, and some may be improvements on their parents. As this cycle of variation and selection continues, creatures with more and more successful behaviors can emerge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1994
32 years ago
Runtime
0h 4m
4 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evolved Virtual Creatures about?
This video shows results from a research project involving simulated Darwinian evolutions of virtual block creatures. A population of several hundred creatures is created within a supercomputer, an...
Who directed Evolved Virtual Creatures?
Evolved Virtual Creatures was directed by Karl Sims.
How long is Evolved Virtual Creatures?
Evolved Virtual Creatures has a runtime of 0 hours and 4 minutes (4 minutes total).
When was Evolved Virtual Creatures released?
Evolved Virtual Creatures was released on January 1, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Evolved Virtual Creatures?
The main cast of Evolved Virtual Creatures includes Eric Hansen.