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AI Animates History in Danny Boyle's New Film
5 Sep
Summary
- Director Danny Boyle used generative AI for 30 seconds of animation.
- AI animated old photographs and mice for the new film.
- Boyle expressed concerns about AI replacing journalists.
Filmmaker Danny Boyle has confirmed the use of generative artificial intelligence in his latest movie, "Ink." The film, which explores the launch of The Sun newspaper, features around 30 seconds of AI-generated content, primarily used for animating old photographs and creating virtual mice that inhabit the newsroom.
Boyle, speaking from the Telluride Film Festival, addressed viewer speculation about AI's role, including the reanimation of historical figures. While emphasizing AI as a useful tool when used respectfully and with fair compensation for actors, he also voiced apprehensions about its impact on journalism. He questioned whether AI journalists, being potentially cheaper and more efficient, would uphold truth when created by powerful tech entities.
The movie "Ink" stars Jack O'Connell, Guy Pearce, and Claire Foy, detailing the 1970s ascent of The Sun under editor Larry Lamb. Having opened the Venice Film Festival, the film garnered positive reviews, boasting an 85% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It is set for a December cinema release and a January debut on Netflix.
