Harrison Ford, the iconic Indiana Jones actor, recently praised Troy Baker's performance as Indy in the video game Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, stating that it demonstrates "you don't need artificial intelligence to steal my soul."
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford expressed his satisfaction with Baker's portrayal, highlighting the actor's talent and skill. He emphasized that genuine talent, not AI, was responsible for the successful recreation of his character. "You can already do it for nickels and dimes with good ideas and talent," Ford stated. "He did a brilliant job, and it didn’t take AI to do it."
Released in December, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle received positive feedback, contrasting sharply with the reception of the latest Indiana Jones film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. This disparity in critical response might influence future franchise decisions, potentially favoring video game adaptations over further film installments featuring Ford.
Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives voicing concerns about AI's use in media. He stands alongside figures like Tim Burton, who described AI-generated art as "very disturbing," and Nicolas Cage, who deemed it a "dead end." The sentiment extends to voice actors as well, with individuals like Ned Luke (Grand Theft Auto 5) and Doug Cockle (The Witcher) expressing apprehension about AI's potential to negatively impact their profession and livelihoods. While acknowledging AI's inevitability, they highlight its inherent dangers and the threat it poses to actors' income.
