Bold claim: The latest fylm.ai update redefines how color-managed cloud grading works by tightly integrating with Adobe Premiere Pro, bringing seamless collaboration and remote grading to your entire pipeline. And this is the part most people miss: you can crew-cut your workflow without juggling exports, while still retaining granular control of color with ACES 2.0 and enhanced LUT management.
Overview
fylm.ai has released update 2.3, introducing a Premiere Pro extension that supports ACES 2.0 and expands controls for its custom LUT tool. This marks another step in fylm.ai’s ongoing push toward cloud-based, color-managed workflows. The update is available on both the Pro and Team plans. Below is a closer look at what’s new and how it can impact your projects.
What’s new in 2.3
- Premiere Pro extension with full timeline integration: Upload an entire timeline to fylm.ai with a single click. There’s no need to render intermediates or export separate files. Once a grade is created in fylm.ai, it can be synced back into Premiere and appear directly on the timeline.
- Cloud-based collaboration in-context: The extension enables in-editor commenting, so teammates can review notes and feedback right alongside the graded material without leaving the NLE. Grading happens in fylm.ai’s cloud environment, allowing collaborators to work from anywhere and see real-time updates as they sync with Premiere.
- ACES 2.0 support: The update aligns with the latest transforms and color-management refinements, keeping workflows compatible with modern color pipelines.
- Enhanced LUT tool: Users can define both input and output color spaces when creating LUTs, improving control when working with different log curves or color-space requirements.
Practical implications
- Faster, end-to-end workflows: Uploading a timeline and syncing grades back to Premiere eliminates multiple round-trips, reducing project downtime and potential file-management errors.
- Better collaboration: In-context comments and cloud-based grading enable remote teams to stay aligned without complex file-sharing setups.
- Greater color fidelity and flexibility: ACES 2.0 brings up-to-date color transforms, while the LUT enhancements give granular control over color space handling across varied sources.
Pricing and accessibility
The 2.3 update installs automatically when the app is reloaded. New users can start for free by signing up on fylm.ai’s website. For licenses, the Pro plan is $15/month (billed annually) and the Team plan is $30/month (billed annually) with a minimum of three users. Full pricing details are available on the fylm.ai pricing page.
Assessment and questions
Will the Premiere Pro integration fit into your workflow as described, or do you prefer handling grading outside the NLE? Consider your team’s collaboration needs, project scale, and color-management requirements when deciding. Share your experiences and opinions in the comments.
