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 proves "you don't need artificial intelligence to steal my soul." Speaking with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford expressed his satisfaction with Baker's portrayal, highlighting the actor's talent and skill.
Ford emphasized that genuine talent, not AI, was responsible for the successful recreation of his character. He lauded Baker's "brilliant job," underscoring the unnecessary use of AI in achieving such a performance.
Released in December, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is considered an authentic addition to the franchise, though not officially part of the main canon. Its positive reception contrasts sharply with the less-than-stellar reviews of the latest Indiana Jones film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, released in 2023. This discrepancy might influence future franchise decisions, potentially favoring game-based storytelling over further film installments with Ford.
Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives voicing concerns about AI's role in film and media. He stands alongside prominent 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 several, including Ned Luke (Grand Theft Auto 5) and Doug Cockle (The Witcher), expressing anxieties about AI's potential to displace actors and diminish their livelihoods. While acknowledging AI's inevitability, they highlight its inherent dangers and the ethical implications of its misuse.
