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cinecode

Claude Code skill that makes finished MP4 films from code

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Stars
2.2k
License
MIT
Last commit
Nov 2026
Language
Python

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Overview

cinecode is a skill kit for Claude Code or Cursor. The coding agent writes the script, builds each frame in code (Canvas 2D or three.js rendered in headless Chrome), designs audio with Web Audio and ffmpeg, and outputs an MP4. A quick mode makes single-file films up to about 3 minutes; a staged film mode handles longer work, alongside ad, explainer and music-video workflows.

Who it is for: Claude Code or Cursor users who want scripted short films, ads and explainers

Strengths

  • Runs locally with no paid service; outside voiceover is optional (Gemini key, ElevenLabs, free Turkish voices)
  • Quick single-file mode, or approval-gated film mode for 10+ minute videos
  • Built-in checks and tools: -14 LUFS mastering, hook check, per-scene loudness, 9:16/1:1/16:9 exports
  • Supports music-video beat grids, footage editing from Whisper transcripts, and reference-style analysis

Weaknesses

  • Requires Claude Code or Cursor; plain claude.ai chat cannot run it
  • Longer films take more time and usage; film mode needs several GB of disk per film
  • A full film on Windows has not been tested end to end, per the README
  • Main README is in Turkish; English, Chinese and Japanese versions are separate files

What it needs

  • GPU required
  • Needs Claude Code or Cursor, Node.js 22+, Python 3.9+, ffmpeg, Google Chrome, Chromium or Edge, Gemini API key (optional), ElevenLabs (optional), Whisper (optional, footage editing)
  • Models: Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini TTS, ElevenLabs, EMA Lightning

Quick answers

Is cinecode open source?

Yes. Its code is on GitHub under the MIT license.

Does cinecode need a GPU?

Yes, it needs a GPU.

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