Netflix Uses Generative AI in Series for the First Time – Welcome to the Era of Cheap Special Effects!
Netflix just dropped a bombshell in the world of TV series! For the first time ever, they used generative artificial intelligence in their Argentine sci-fi series “Eternaut.” Yes, you read that right – AI is now creating special effects, and it’s doing it ten times faster than traditional tools! Ted Sarandos, one of Netflix’s top execs, claims this is an “incredible opportunity” to make movies and series not only cheaper but better.
What is “Eternaut” and why does it matter?
The series follows survival in a world hit by toxic snowfalls, and AI was used to create visual effects of a building collapsing in Buenos Aires. Special effects usually cost a fortune, but thanks to AI, Netflix managed to cut the budget and speed up production. Sounds like a dream for producers, but a nightmare for VFX workers.
Is AI killing jobs?
The use of AI in entertainment has sparked fears of job losses, especially in the special effects sector. Hollywood actors and writers strikes partly revolved around controlling new tech so it doesn’t replace humans. Sarandos insists that real people still did the work on “Eternaut,” just with better tools. But how long will that last?
Netflix booming thanks to AI and hits
Netflix announced their revenue in Q2 rose 16% to $11 billion, partly thanks to hit shows like the Korean “Squid Game.” AI helps them be faster and cheaper, meaning we’ll soon be flooded with even more content. But is that good for quality and the people who make it?
Conclusion: Welcome to the future or the end of the industry as we know it?
Netflix is on the brink of a revolution in series production. Generative AI can change everything – from speed to cost. But does that mean fewer jobs for people and more cheap, generic effects? Or will creators finally get the power to tell better stories?
Either way, it’s time to ask yourself – are you ready to watch AI-made series? Or is this the beginning of the end for creativity? Share your thoughts, or just drop a meme about robots taking over Hollywood.
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