Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
We interviewed Mateo Mejia, aka @CurrentlyStuck, about how he creates mind-bending dream-like sequences like stop signs melting, houses disintegrating, or a waiting room TV coming to life. Tell us how YOU feel about AI with our interactive tool: https://GiftOrCurse.AI
Want to learn how Mateo makes his films? We built a flowchart breaking down his VFX process for this shot at 6:06 - 11:46, available for free on our Patreon: patreon.com/digitalspaghetti
This is Ep. 3 in our AI mini-series all asking one question: How can creators actually use AI without losing their soul? Watch the first 2 episodes here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVIaKJMqVHi5euyxFD0VFc3rQurR6VECl&si=IIsKw8RY0RAkC-uz
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0:00 - 1:19 Who is Mateo Mejia?
1:19 - 2:15 How Mateo Lights His Shots
2:15 - 3:59 Creating A Fake Flood
3:59 - 6:06 Creating Hybrid Films
6:06 - 11:46 Bringing A TV To Life
11:46 - 13:34 Mateo's Thoughts On AI
13:34 - 19:17 How Mateo Made VFX Monsters
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Digital Spaghetti is an interview show that dives deep into how your favorite creators actually make their videos.
For more ways to grow your creative business, visit patreon.com/patreonforcreators
Send us fan mail!
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San Francisco, CA 94141
We interviewed Mateo Mejia, aka @CurrentlyStuck, about how he creates mind-bending dream-like sequences like stop signs melting, houses disintegrating, or a waiting room TV coming to life. Tell us how YOU feel about AI with our interactive tool: https://GiftOrCurse.AI
Want to learn how Mateo makes his films? We built a flowchart breaking down his VFX process for this shot at 6:06 - 11:46, available for free on our Patreon: patreon.com/digitalspaghetti
This is Ep. 3 in our AI mini-series all asking one question: How can creators actually use AI without losing their soul? Watch the first 2 episodes here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVIaKJMqVHi5euyxFD0VFc3rQurR6VECl&si=IIsKw8RY0RAkC-uz
Join our free Patreon for live drops with guests, BTS, and a community of 8k+ creators & artists helping each other learn and grow: Patreon.com/DigitalSpaghetti
0:00 - 1:19 Who is Mateo Mejia?
1:19 - 2:15 How Mateo Lights His Shots
2:15 - 3:59 Creating A Fake Flood
3:59 - 6:06 Creating Hybrid Films
6:06 - 11:46 Bringing A TV To Life
11:46 - 13:34 Mateo's Thoughts On AI
13:34 - 19:17 How Mateo Made VFX Monsters
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Digital Spaghetti is an interview show that dives deep into how your favorite creators actually make their videos.
For more ways to grow your creative business, visit patreon.com/patreonforcreators
Send us fan mail!
Digital Spaghetti
PO Box 410777
San Francisco, CA 94141
