Get ready to be “entertained” with the upcoming Gladiator 2. Legendary director Ridley Scott returns to direct this long-awaited sequel, with an all-star cast that includes Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal and promises plenty of action. in this highly anticipated sequel to the action movie of the time. However, Scott’s comments about the use of AI in the film could attract attention. The sequel relied heavily on the use of synthetic intelligence, which was even used for that large two-ton rhino, and Scott insists that we want to “embrace” it.
As the highly anticipated sequel to Ridley Scott’s Oscar-winning epic nears its theatrical release in 2024, Generation is occupying the middle ground. In a recent interview with Empire, Scott explained how complex computerization and artificial intelligence are very important in bringing the sequel to life. The acclaimed director fully embraces the cutting-edge equipment filmmakers have today, creating a spectacle that promises to push the boundaries of visual storytelling. This is what he said to the publication:
Computerization and AI: you’ll have to embrace them. I can have a computer read each and every molecule and wrinkle in a rhino, then cut them from a thick piece of plastic, like a rhino’s body, which then conforms to the shape of a skeleton. I have this thing that can go by at 40 miles an hour, spin in place, shake its head and growl. A two-ton rhino with a man on its back!I mean, it’s a lot of fun.
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AI plays a central role in one of the film’s most anticipated scenes, where Lucius faces off against a marauding rhinoceros in the Colosseum. This series highlights not only the intensity of the story, but also the technological advancements that have reshaped cinema since the original Gladiator captivated audiences and became one of the most productive films of the 2000s. Sir Scott and his team have leveraged state-of-the-art computing and artificial intelligence to create a lifelike rhino, seamlessly combining practical effects and virtual magic.
This epic rhino scene, which you can see in the recently released Gladiator 2 trailer, is just one example of how Gladiator 2 pushes the boundaries of epic storytelling. By seamlessly combining practical and virtual effects, the director of Alien creates a cinematic experience that promises to delight audiences with its scale and realism.
The role of synthetic intelligence in cinema is a hot topic in the industry, especially considering recent events. Hollywood recently experienced the 2023 WGA writers’ strike and the SAG-AFTRA actors’ strike, where one of the main issues is how to protect artistic professionals. in the age of AI. Although the writers and actors have landed a new forged contract, Sony’s most sensible executive has announced the studio’s plan to integrate AI into its cinematic procedure in the future.
Aside from that, Gladiator II will bring a new era of strength and honor to the big screen on November 22. But there’s also the question of whether the use of AI dampens fan enthusiasm or provokes strong reactions from other creatives in the industry. Only time will tell how the general public and industry professionals will react when Ridley Scott and other filmmakers continue to use AI in their films.
One movie you may not have to worry about being affected by AI is Russell Crowe’s iconic original, Gladiator. You can revisit the film via streaming on various platforms by adding a subscription to Paramount+.
Ryan graduated from Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in English and creative writing. An expert on all things horror, Ryan enjoys covering a wide variety of topics. He is also a lifelong comic book fan and an avid watcher of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon.
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