AI not a threat to films, say Shaun the Sheep creators
Creators of the Shaun the Sheep franchise argue that while AI and CGI are growing in the film industry, they will not replace the core craft of stop-motion storytelling. The studio, Aardman, continues to prioritize traditional animation techniques for its latest film releases.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing debate regarding the role of artificial intelligence in creative industries and the preservation of traditional artistic methods.
Image source, Aardman Image caption, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom is now out in UK cinemas
Shaun the Sheep creators say AI will not replace the craft of storytelling as the franchise's latest film arrives in UK cinemas.
Directed by Steve Cox and Matthew Walker, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom has a Halloween flavour as Shaun has to turn into a mad scientist to save the day.
Speaking ahead of its launch, producer Richard Beek said despite the rise of AI and CGI within the film industry, stop-motion movies are still being made and winning BAFTAs.
"Maybe somewhere down the line there's a tool we use which uses AI but I don't think it would ever replace the storytelling and creation of those stories," he said.
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