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Danny Boyle Defends Use of AI in New Film 'Ink' at TIFF Screening
Boyle said the film used AI for old-photo animation and mice, and that no actors lost work.
On Tuesday, British director Danny Boyle debuted his film 'Ink' at the Toronto International Film Festival, fielding audience questions about the production's use of artificial intelligence.
Starring Guy Pearce as Rupert Murdoch and Jack O'Connell as editor Larry Lamb, the drama chronicles the rise of the U.K. tabloid The Sun under sensationalist ownership.
About 30 seconds of artificial intelligence appear in the film, which Boyle used to animate photographs and add mice to scenes while ensuring no actors lost work.
Defending the limited application, Boyle described the technology as a visual effects tool, clarifying that he prioritized hiring human actors throughout production roles.
Regarding the broader implications of AI, Boyle noted the topic is a complex issue and opted to table the discussion for another day.