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Prada 2: Artist's 'Fake AI' Art Goes Viral
2 May
Summary
- An artist created a meme of Miranda Priestly as a fast-food worker.
- The artwork mimics an AI-generated style but was made by a human.
- Fans celebrated the film for commissioning human artistry over AI.
The Devil Wears Prada 2, now in theaters, is receiving unexpected acclaim for a piece of art that mimics artificial intelligence. Artist Alexis Franklin shared that she created an image of Meryl Streep's character, Miranda Priestly, depicted as a fast-food worker with the caption, "Would you like some lies with that?" Franklin explained that director David Frankel requested the artwork, which appears in the film and was intentionally designed to look like it was AI-generated.
This decision to hire a human artist for a task that could easily be completed with AI has resonated widely online. Many fans have expressed relief and admiration, with comments highlighting the refreshing nature of human creation in an era of advancing generative AI. Franklin noted the positive response, stating she believes companies should be recognized for commissioning human artists. The sequel sees the return of familiar characters navigating the challenges of a declining print media landscape.
