- AI tools promise to revolutionize filmmaking.
- Experts predict new entertainment genres will emerge.
- Story and emotional connection remain crucial for audience engagement.
Filmmaking experts at SIGGRAPH in Denver discussed the potential impact of generative AI on the movie industry.
While current AI tools are impractical for immediate use, the rapid pace of innovation suggests significant changes are on the horizon.
Nikola Todorovic of Wonder Dynamics emphasized that AI isn’t a one-click solution for VFX, highlighting the need for improved user interfaces tailored to filmmaking.
The language barrier
Michael Black from Meshcapade pointed out a fundamental challenge: human language lacks the vocabulary to describe visual and motion elements crucial to filmmaking fully.
This limitation hampers text-based prompt systems for AI-generated imagery, suggesting a need for more sophisticated input methods.
A new genre emerges
Experts predict AI could spawn an entirely new genre of entertainment, blending elements of film, video games, and real life.
While concerns about initial quality persist, the democratization of filmmaking tools could uncover fresh talent.
As AI-generated content becomes more prevalent, the industry may see a shift in audience expectations, similar to the acceptance of CGI in films like “Final Fantasy” and “The Polar Express.”
