MiniMax (Hailuo AI) Video 01 Live Image to Video

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Video 01 Live - Real-Time Image-to-Video Generation API

Transform static images into dynamic videos instantly with Video 01 Live, a powerful image-to-video generation API optimized for Live2D animation and artistic applications.

Overview

Video 01 Live enables developers to create fluid video animations from still images with professional-grade results. Whether you're building a social media app, content creation tool, or creative platform, our API delivers production-ready video outputs optimized for character animation, artistic expression, and dynamic visual content.

Key Benefits

Transform your applications with Video 01 Live's capabilities:

High-Performance Animation Processing Advanced motion synthesis algorithms optimize for both quality and smooth motion, delivering results perfect for Live2D, anime, manga, and digital portrait animations.

Production-Ready Integration Complete SDK support for JavaScript and Python lets you implement video generation with just a few lines of code.

Flexible Input Handling Process images in popular formats including PNG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, and AVIF with intelligent handling of various resolutions and aspect ratios.

Getting Started

Getting up and running with Video 01 Live takes just minutes:

1. Install the SDK:

For JavaScript:

bash
npm install --save @fal-ai/client

For Python:

bash
pip install fal-client

2. Configure your credentials:

JavaScript:

javascript
import { fal } from "@fal-ai/client";

fal.config({
  credentials: "YOUR_FAL_KEY_HERE"
});

Python:

python
import fal_client
import os

os.environ["FAL_KEY"] = "YOUR_FAL_KEY_HERE"

3. Make your first API call:

JavaScript:

javascript
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
  input: {
    image_url: "YOUR_IMAGE_URL",
    prompt: "A young man looks at the viewer with a charming smile"
  }
});

Python:

python
result = fal_client.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
    "image_url": "YOUR_IMAGE_URL",
    "prompt": "A young man looks at the viewer with a charming smile"
})

Technical Specifications

Input Parameters:

• image_url: URL or base64 encoded image
• prompt: Text description of desired animation
• prompt_optimizer: Boolean to enable automatic prompt optimization (default: true)

Supported Formats:

• Input: JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF
• Output: MP4 video file
• Resolution: Maintains source image resolution
• Frame rate: 25 fps
• Duration: 6 seconds

Best Practices

Optimize your implementation with these proven approaches:

Error Handling

javascript
try {
  const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
    input: { 
      image_url: imageUrl,
      prompt: "Your animation description"
    }
  });
} catch (error) {
  console.error("Video generation failed:", error.message);
}

Input Image Optimization

• Use high-quality source images for best results
• Ensure clear subjects in your images
• Works best with 2D illustrations, anime, manga, and digital portraits
• Consider aspect ratio for your target platform

Queue-Based Processing

javascript
// Submit request
const { request_id } = await fal.queue.submit("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
  input: {
    image_url: "YOUR_IMAGE_URL",
    prompt: "Your animation description"
  },
  webhookUrl: "https://optional.webhook.url/for/results"
});

// Check status
const status = await fal.queue.status("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
  requestId: request_id,
  logs: true
});

// Get result
const result = await fal.queue.result("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
  requestId: request_id
});

File Upload Support

Upload local images using the file storage API:

javascript
import { fal } from "@fal-ai/client";

const file = new File([imageData], "image.jpg", { type: "image/jpeg" });
const url = await fal.storage.upload(file);

const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax/video-01-live/image-to-video", {
  input: {
    image_url: url,
    prompt: "Your animation description"
  }
});

Use Cases

Video 01 Live excels in various applications:

Character Animation

• Anime and manga character animations
• Precise expression and gesture control
• Promotional content and character introductions

Art Animation

• Convert static illustrations into animated sequences
• Maintain artistic style consistency
• Create mesmerizing animated artwork

Commercial Applications

• E-commerce product showcases
• Advertising content creation
• Social media engagement

Pricing and Usage

• Cost: $0.5 per video
• Transparent, usage-based pricing
• No subscription necessary
• No hidden fees or minimum commitments

View detailed pricing or contact sales for enterprise solutions.

Support and Resources

Our team is here to help you succeed:

• API Documentation
• General fal.ai Documentation
• Community Support
• Email Support: [email protected]

Get started with Video 01 Live today and bring your images to life with professional-grade animation designed specifically for Live2D, anime, and artistic applications.