What is the AI documentary stare effect?
Your cat, your dog or a garden gnome sits for a serious true-crime interview: a clapperboard snaps, the light is moody and it stares into the lens with a very heavy look.
How to make an AI documentary stare video
- 1Open the effectClick “Make your own” on this page. You land on the Documentary stare form in GenTok.
- 2Name your subjectType what should be in the shot, for example “my dog”. The camera, light and style come from the effect.
- 3Choose the formatVertical 9:16 for TikTok, Reels and Shorts, wide 16:9 for YouTube, or square 1:1.
- 4Create and downloadYour MP4 is ready in about two minutes. Upscale it to HD if you like.
Documentary stare video ideas to try
- A grumpy orange cat
- A golden retriever wearing a tie
- A garden gnome
- A green parrot
- A pug in a tiny turtleneck
- My dog
Documentary stare effect FAQ
How do I make an AI documentary stare video?+
Open the Documentary stare effect, type what should be in the shot — for example “my dog” — choose a format and press Create. Your video is ready in about two minutes.
How much does the documentary stare effect cost?+
Every video shows its price in credits before you create it (1 credit = $0.01). A 5-second Premium video is usually about 42 credits. Images on GenTok are free, 10 a day.
Will my documentary stare video look like the examples?+
Yes. The camera, light and style come from the effect's own prompt, so results look like the five examples above. Only the words you type change.
Can I use the documentary stare video on TikTok, Reels or YouTube?+
Yes. Download the MP4 and post it anywhere, including for your business. Vertical 9:16 fits TikTok, Reels and Shorts; wide 16:9 fits YouTube.
