🌟🎭 Will AI Replace Actors and Clone Them for TV Scripts? VFX Artists Weigh In! 🎥🌟

Hello Creatives,

Welcome to this week's edition of "The AI Stuff That Creators and Artists Should Know." We've got a sizzling lineup of topics that are sure to spark your curiosity and fuel your creativity. Here's a quick peek at what's inside:

• Will Actors REALLY be Replaced? (VFX Artists Explain) 🎭💻

• Will AI Clone Actors and Write TV Scripts?🧐

• Midjourney - Inpainting / Image Editing Is (FINALLY) Here! How To Use Vary Region - Tutorial 🌐

• Pushing Runway's Limits with Travis Scott's "THANK GOD"🎥

Will Actors REALLY be Replaced? (VFX Artists Explain) 🎭🎬

The use of CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery) to replace or enhance actors' performances is not new, but the rapid advancement of technology is raising ethical and practical questions. From the early days of emotion capture to the latest deep fake technologies, the industry is on the brink of a new era. But can actors be fully replaced, and what are the implications?

Highlights:

• The Evolution of CGI: 

  • Enhanced Storytelling: More creative and visually stunning storytelling? Yes, please! 🎭

  • Cost-Effective: Save those pennies for other creative endeavors. 💰

  • Safety: No more jumping off buildings for that perfect shot. 🏢

  Cons:

  • Quality Variation: Early implementations may not age well or may fall into the uncanny valley.🕶️

  • Over-reliance: This can lead to a lack of practical effects or human touch in performances.🤝

• The Uncanny Valley: Achieving 100% realistic accuracy is still a challenge, with the eyes and lips often revealing the artificial nature of the creation. 👀💋

  • Pushing Boundaries: Drives innovation as creators strive to overcome the uncanny valley effect.✨

  • Realism: When done right, it can create incredibly lifelike digital characters.

• Deep Fakes & AI: The quality of deep fakes has improved significantly, with examples like young Luke Skywalker in "The Mandalorian."

  • Pros:

    • Flexibility: Allows for the recreation of actors in different ages or roles.🔄

    • Innovation: Encourages technological advancement and new creative possibilities.🛠️

    Cons:

    • Ethical Concerns: Raises questions about consent, ownership, and misuse.🕸️

    • Quality Control: Requires careful execution to avoid uncanny or unrealistic results🧐

• Economic vs. Technological Constraints: The constraint is no longer technological but economical. As costs come down, the possibilities expand.💵

• The Future & Ethical Considerations: The potential to replace background actors or even main cast members raises ethical questions about compensation, rights, and the human touch in artistry.

Creatives Considaration:

• Understanding the Landscape: Gain insights into the current state and future possibilities of CGI and AI in acting.

• Ethical Awareness: Recognize the ethical considerations and potential regulations needed in this rapidly evolving field.

• Inspiration for Creatives: Explore how these technologies might impact or enhance your own creative projects.

📸Watch the full video here.

Will AI Clone Actors and Write TV Scripts? The Future of Hollywood Unveiled🌟🎭

Strikes and AI's Role in Hollywood 🎭

• Strikes across Hollywood: The Writer's Guild of America is seeking better pay and conditions, with AI playing a significant role. 📝💸

• Demands for AI Protections: The largest actors' union is demanding protections from artificial intelligence.🛡️

• AI's Transformation of Hollywood: AI will be embedded into cameras, writing software, editing tools, and more.🎥

• Benefits for Readers: Understand the potential transformation of Hollywood through AI and what it means for writers, actors, and viewers. 🌟

Generative AI and Its Impact🧠

• Generative AI Algorithms: Capable of generating content indistinguishable from human-generated content. 🤔

• Potential for Writing Scripts: Systems like ChatGPT could pen scripts, but they're not winning Oscars just yet. 🏆

• AI as a Tool for Writers: AI can be a tool to help writers move faster and take creative risks. 🦸‍♂️

• Benefits for Creative: Explore how AI can be a creative partner and what it means for the future of scriptwriting. ✍️

Digital Twins and AI-Powered Actors 🎭

• Digital Twins in Acting: De-aging actors or rendering the deceased – it's like a sci-fi movie come to life. 👽

• Ownership of Digital Likeness: Actors, take control of your digital selves! 🎮

• Potential for Digital Twins: License an actor's digital twin? Now that's futuristic! 🌐

• Ethical Challenges: New opportunities, ethical dilemmas, and creativity at a crossroads. ⚖️

• Benefits for Creatives: Explore the brave new world of AI in acting. 🎭

In a recent newsletter, we delved into the profound impact of deepfakes on the entertainment industry, particularly highlighting the potential implications for background actors who might be supplanted by AI. Dive deeper into the topic here.

Future Considerations and Adaptations 🌐

• Disruption by AI: New systems, companies, and creative avenues are on the horizon. 🌅

• Adaptation to Technology: Hollywood's no stranger to tech, and AI's the next big thing. 🤖

• Steering the Future: Shape a fair and thrilling future for the industry. 🎡

• Benefits for Creatives: Prepare for a future where AI's the star of the show. 🌟

📸 Watch the full video here.

Midjourney - Inpainting / Image Editing Is (FINALLY) Here! How To Use Vary Region - Tutorial

Content:

• Learn how to do inpainting or vary parts of an image using Midjourney.

• From turning witches into a purple dragon to a Bulldog wearing a crown of flowers, the tutorial covers it all.

Creatives Considaration:

• Discover a new way to edit images without Photoshop.

• Experiment with creative ideas in just a few simple steps.

📸 Watch the full video here.

Travis Scott's New Fan-Made Music Video: A Glimpse into the Future 🎵

In a recent post by Bjion Henry, he shared Travis Scott's new album, UTOPIA. What stood out wasn't the album itself, but a fan-made music video for the song 'Thank God.' A year ago, producing such a video would have been exorbitantly expensive. Now, it can be done on a weekend. While some aspects of the final video might raise questions, it offers a fascinating look into the potential future of video production. Even if not entirely driven by AI, there's no doubt that General AI will play a significant role in this evolution. Here's how:

⭐️ The Making of the Video ⭐️

1. MidJourney & Runway's Image-to-Video Feature: By using text prompts in MidJourney and Runway's image-to-video feature, the bulk of the video was created. It's not just about running prompts; it's about having the eye-for-design to pick the best one.

2. Prompt-Engineering: Knowing exactly what prompts to use is a skill in itself, and it's called prompt-engineering.

3. The Process: Create scenes in MidJourney, export them to Runway, convert images to videos, and make the final cut in any video-editing software.

🎬 The Pros and Cons 🎬

• Pros: Accessibility, affordability, and creativity are at your fingertips. The future of video production is here, and it's exciting.

• Cons: Lack of control in Runway and time-consuming processes can be a hindrance. It's not all smooth sailing, but it's a start.

What's in It for You, Creatives? 🎨

• Innovations: Stay ahead of the curve with tools like MidJourney and Runway.

• Inspiration: See what's possible in this video and get inspired to create your masterpiece.

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