Creating New Simulations of Black Holes with Codex is a documentary short film and editorial project exploring how computational astrophysicist Chi-kwan “CK” Chan is using AI to accelerate research at the frontier of black hole science. The piece follows CK’s work with the Event Horizon Telescope collaboration as he develops new simulation methods that could help produce the first moving image of a black hole while highlighting the broader impact of AI on scientific discovery.
An absolute dream team comprised of director Tasha Van Zandt, David Bolan behind the lens, editor Matt O’Donnell and photographer Balazs Gardi helped craft a visual narrative balancing the scale and mystery of astrophysics with the human story of curiosity, exploration, and innovation. The project translates complex scientific concepts into an accessible and inspiring portrait of research at the edge of the known universe.
