20 Gemini Prompts to Turn Your Photos Cinematic
Google just dropped something amazing. Their new Gemini image editing model NanoBanana is here, and it’s completely changed how we edit photos.
You can upload any photo and ask Gemini to edit it with simple text commands. It’s like having Photoshop skills without actually needing Photoshop skills.
How to Get Started
Head over to gemini.google.com. Start a new chat and make sure you’re using the Gemini 2.5 Flash model. Upload your photo and you’re ready to go.
I’ve tested 20 different prompts that can turn ordinary photos into movie-worthy scenes. Each one creates a different cinematic style.
I used the following photo as reference.
The Prompts
1. Secret Agent
Turn this photo into a secret agent in a tuxedo, holding a martini glass in a luxurious casino filled with golden lights and mystery.
Perfect for that James Bond vibe. The casino setting adds glamour while the golden lighting creates that classic spy movie atmosphere.
2. Adventurous Archaeologist
Turn this photo into a brave archaeologist in a fedora hat with a whip, exploring an ancient temple filled with shadows and torches.
Channel your inner Indiana Jones. The temple setting with torch lighting gives you that adventure movie feel from the golden age of cinema.
3. Dark Knight
Turn this photo into a caped vigilante standing on a gothic rooftop at night, overlooking a crime-ridden city shrouded in mist.
This creates that dark superhero aesthetic. The gothic architecture and misty city below nail the brooding hero look.
4. Space Warrior
Turn this photo into a space warrior in sleek armor holding a glowing sword, standing inside a massive starship hangar.
Sci-fi at its finest. The glowing weapon and spaceship hangar background give you that epic space opera feeling.
5. Pirate Captain
Turn this photo into a pirate captain with a tricorn hat and a sword, standing on the deck of a ship during a raging storm.
High seas adventure with dramatic weather. The storm adds natural drama and movement to the scene.
6. Gladiator Champion
Turn this photo into a gladiator in ancient armor, standing in a vast arena with thousands cheering in the background.
Epic historical drama style. The massive arena with crowds creates that “are you not entertained” moment.
7. Boxing Hero
Turn this photo into a fearless boxer in the ring, sweat glistening under harsh lights, with the crowd roaring.
Sports drama cinematography. The harsh lighting and crowd energy capture that underdog fighter spirit.
8. Western Gunslinger
Turn this photo into a cowboy gunslinger walking down a dusty Wild West street at high noon.
Classic Western showdown. The high noon setting and dusty street create that iconic standoff atmosphere.
9. Dinosaur Survivor
Turn this photo into a scientist running from dinosaurs in a lush jungle, holding a flare in the darkness.
Adventure thriller vibes. The jungle setting with flare lighting adds tension and excitement.
10. Gothic Vampire
Turn this photo into a vampire with glowing eyes, standing in front of a gothic castle during a thunderstorm.
Horror movie classic. The castle and storm create that perfect gothic horror atmosphere.
11. Noir Detective
Turn this photo into a detective in a trench coat and hat, smoking under a neon sign in a rainy city alley.
Film noir at its best. The rain, neon, and shadows give you that classic detective movie look.
12. Magical Sorcerer
Turn this photo into a sorcerer casting spells inside a massive stone hall with magical runes glowing.
Fantasy epic style. The stone hall and glowing runes create that mystical wizard atmosphere.
13. Crime Boss
Turn this photo into a mafia boss in a dark suit, sitting in a smoky room with shadows falling across their face.
Gangster film aesthetic. The dramatic lighting and smoky atmosphere nail that crime drama look.
14. Roman General
Turn this photo into a war general in ancient Roman attire, standing with legions of soldiers behind him.
Epic historical war film. The massive army backdrop creates that commanding leader presence.
15. Desert Outlaw
Turn this photo into a masked outlaw on a motorbike, roaring through a desert road at dawn.
Modern action thriller. The desert highway and dawn lighting give you that rebel on the run feeling.
16. Lonesome Cowboy
Turn this photo into a lone cowboy riding across the desert toward a burning horizon.
Western drama gold. The burning horizon creates that perfect “riding into the sunset” movie moment.
17. Urban Assassin
Turn this photo into a hitman in a sharp suit walking through a rain-soaked city with neon reflections.
Neo-noir thriller style. The wet streets and neon reflections create that modern crime film atmosphere.
18. Crime Scene Detective
Turn this into a detective examining crime photos on a dimly lit board, cigarette smoke filling the room.
Police procedural drama. The dim lighting and smoke create that gritty investigation scene feeling.
19. Fighter Pilot
Turn this photo into a fearless pilot inside a fighter jet cockpit, soaring through the clouds at high speed.
Action movie aviation. The cockpit view and cloud formations give you that Top Gun excitement.
20. Stage Magician
Turn this photo into a magician on stage in the 1800s, performing illusions with dramatic lighting.
Period piece theater. The vintage setting and stage lighting create that classic entertainment era atmosphere.
Tips for Better Results
- Upload clear photos with good lighting. The AI works better when it can see facial features and body positioning clearly.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for adjustments. If the first result isn’t perfect, describe what you’d like changed.
- Try different photos with the same prompt. Each image will give you unique results even with identical instructions.
The new Gemini image editing opens up creative possibilities we’ve never had before. You can turn any ordinary photo into a movie scene with just a few words.
