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Burning Bridges AI Photo & Casting Guide (Drake Trend)

The biggest factor in a good Burning Bridges AI video is the input photo. Use a clear, front-facing, well-lit portrait with the face fully visible. Avoid sunglasses, masks, and heavy filters. Supporting cast photos follow the same rule, and upload order determines each role in Drake's candlelit party scene.

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Face fully visible
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Photo checklist

Start with a clean lead portrait.

Do

  • Face the camera with both eyes open.
  • Use daylight or bright, even indoor light.
  • Keep the face unobstructed and in focus.
  • Use a simple background and head-and-shoulders framing.

Don't

  • Sunglasses, masks, or hats that cast deep shadows.
  • Side profiles or faces cropped at the forehead or chin.
  • Heavy beauty filters, motion blur, or low-resolution screenshots.
  • Group selfies as the lead image or unsupported pet photos.
01

Supporting cast: up to five friends

Use the same photo rules for every friend. Upload one person per image and keep the framing reasonably consistent across the cast.

Supporting roles follow upload order. Remove and re-add the images in a new order when you want to change who plays each role.

02

Simple phone camera setup

Use portrait orientation, step back enough for head-and-shoulders framing, and face a window or another soft light source. Wipe the camera lens before shooting and avoid digital zoom.

03

What to avoid

Skip screenshots of screenshots, tiny faces inside wide group photos, dramatic color filters, and anything covering key facial features. Pet recasting is not currently supported.

FAQ

Common questions, answered.

How many people can be in one Burning Bridges AI video?+

Squad Video supports up to six people: one lead plus as many as five supporting photos in one generation.

Can I change who plays which role?+

Yes. Re-upload the supporting photos in your preferred order. The lead stays the main performer, and supporting roles follow their upload order.

Do all photos need the same style?+

No, but consistent lighting, angle, and framing across the cast usually creates a more natural-looking result.

Got your cast photos ready?

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