DreamActor-M1: Revolutionary AI for Human Image Animation

Discover the next generation of human image animation with DreamActor-M1.

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Overview of DreamActor-M1

DreamActor-M1

A state-of-the-art diffusion transformer (DiT) based framework for creating realistic human animations from a single image.

Holistic Control

Fine-grained control of both facial expressions and body movements.

Multi-scale Adaptability

Works seamlessly from portraits to full-body views.

Temporal Coherence

Maintains consistency in long videos.

Holistic Control

Fine-grained control of both facial expressions and body movements with unprecedented detail.

Multi-scale Adaptability

Works seamlessly from portraits to full-body views without quality degradation.

Temporal Coherence

Maintains consistency in long videos, even for areas not visible in reference images.

DreamActor-M1 Technical Method

Method Overview

01

Hybrid Motion Guidance

Combines three complementary control signals for fine-grained animation control.

  • Implicit facial representations for expressions
  • 3D head spheres for position and rotation
  • 3D body skeletons for movement and bone length
02

Complementary Appearance

Multi-reference strategy to maintain consistency in unseen regions.

  • Samples distinct poses from movements
  • Generates multi-frame references
  • Propagates details across video segments
03

Progressive Training

Three-stage strategy to optimize different aspects of animation.

  • Stage 1: Body skeletons and head spheres
  • Stage 2: Add facial representations
  • Stage 3: Fine-tune all parameters

Technical Workflow

1

Extract Control Signals

From driving video, extract implicit facial motion, 3D head spheres, and 3D body skeletons.

2

Generate References

Create multi-view pseudo-references for complementary appearance guidance.

3

DiT Processing

Process through the Diffusion Transformer with hybrid guidance integration.

4

Video Generation

Generate consistent video with accurate motion and detailed expressions.

Innovation Details

Implicit Facial Representations

Unlike conventional facial landmarks, our method uses learned representations that capture subtle expression details while decoupling identity.

3D Head Spheres

Provides intuitive control over head position and rotation, particularly effective for preserving unique head structures.

Bone Length Adjustment

Normalizes skeletal proportions between reference and driving subjects, allowing better adaptation to different body types.

DreamActor-M1 Performance Results

Performance Comparison

Portrait Animation Performance

DreamActor-M1
25.70
FID
0.823
SSIM
28.44
PSNR
0.238
LPIPS
110.3
FVD
Act-One
29.84
FID
0.817
SSIM
25.07
PSNR
0.259
LPIPS
135.2
FVD
SkyReels-A1
30.66
FID
0.811
SSIM
24.11
PSNR
0.262
LPIPS
133.8
FVD

Body Animation Performance

DreamActor-M1
27.27
FID
0.821
SSIM
23.93
PSNR
0.206
LPIPS
122.0
FVD
DisPose
33.01
FID
0.804
SSIM
21.99
PSNR
0.248
LPIPS
144.7
FVD
MimicMotion
35.90
FID
0.799
SSIM
22.25
PSNR
0.253
LPIPS
149.9
FVD

Key Metrics Explained

FID

Fréchet Inception Distance - Measures similarity between generated and real images

SSIM

Structural Similarity Index - Measures structural similarity between images

PSNR

Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio - Measures reconstruction quality

LPIPS

Learned Perceptual Image Patch Similarity - Perceptual distance metric

FVD

Fréchet Video Distance - Measures temporal consistency and video quality

DreamActor-M1 in Action: Visual Comparisons

Pose Transfer Comparison

See how DreamActor-M1 excels in full-body pose transfer, maintaining detailed clothing textures and body proportions while accurately reproducing complex movements.

Portrait Animation Comparison

Witness DreamActor-M1's superior facial expression control, capturing subtle emotions and maintaining identity consistency throughout the animation.

These comparisons demonstrate DreamActor-M1's comprehensive capabilities, from precise full-body pose transfer to nuanced facial expressions, showcasing our advanced hybrid guidance system and temporal coherence across different scales.

DreamActor-M1 Controllability & Robustness

Demonstrating precise control over animations and robust performance across diverse scenarios and subjects.

DreamActor-M1 Adaptability to Diverse Objects

Witness DreamActor-M1's remarkable ability to adapt to various objects and characters, maintaining high-quality animations across different styles and appearances.

Dynamic Dance Movements

Robust handling of complex dance movements across different character styles, maintaining consistent quality regardless of motion complexity.

Expressive Gestures

Adaptable to various character types and gesture styles, preserving unique identity features while delivering natural motion.

Casual Movements

Versatile adaptation to everyday movements across different character appearances, maintaining consistent quality and detail.

Dynamic Interactions

Robust handling of complex interactions across diverse character styles, ensuring consistent performance regardless of motion type.

These examples showcase DreamActor-M1's exceptional ability to adapt to diverse objects and characters, delivering consistent, high-quality animations regardless of the subject's appearance or style.

Main Features of DreamActor-M1

Holistic Control

Utilizes a diffusion transformer (DiT) based framework for complete control over both facial expressions and body movements.

Multi-Scale Adaptability

Designed to handle a variety of image scales, from close-up portraits to full-body shots, ensuring detailed and dynamic animation.

Long-Term Coherence

Maintains visual and temporal consistency throughout animations, even over extended sequences, using advanced appearance guidance techniques.

Progressive Training

Employs a staged training approach that progressively introduces complexity, enhancing the model's ability to learn and adapt to diverse animation scenarios.

Performance Metrics

Portrait Animation Performance

25.70
FID

Best-in-class Fréchet Inception Distance

Best in class
0.823
SSIM

Highest Structural Similarity Index

Best in class
110.3
FVD

Leading Fréchet Video Distance

Best in class

Body Animation Performance

27.27
FID

Superior full-body animation quality

Best in class
0.821
SSIM

Excellent structural preservation

Best in class
122.0
FVD

Best temporal consistency

Best in class

How to Use DreamActor-M1 Animation Technology

1

Visit the Demo Page

Click on the 'Try the Demo' button located at the top and bottom of the website.

2

Upload Your Image

Choose an image of a human figure to animate. Ensure the image is clear and well-lit.

3

Set Your Parameters

Adjust the available sliders to customize the animation's scale, movement types, and intensity.

4

Generate Animation

Click 'Animate' and watch DreamActor-M1 transform your static image into a lifelike animation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes DreamActor-M1 unique?

DreamActor-M1 combines hybrid motion guidance with complementary appearance guidance, enabling unprecedented control over both facial expressions and body movements while maintaining temporal coherence.

What types of images work best?

High-quality images with clear visibility of the subject work best. The model can handle both portrait and full-body images, adapting its performance to different scales.

How does the hybrid guidance system work?

It utilizes implicit facial representations, 3D head spheres, and 3D body skeletons to provide nuanced control over different aspects of animation, ensuring natural and coherent results.

What are the technical requirements?

DreamActor-M1 runs on our cloud infrastructure, so you only need a modern web browser and a stable internet connection to use the demo.

How long does processing take?

Processing time varies based on the complexity of the animation and server load, but typically takes 1-2 minutes for a standard animation sequence.

Can I use it for commercial projects?

Please refer to our licensing page for commercial usage terms and conditions. The demo version is for non-commercial use only.