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."
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford expressed his satisfaction with Baker's portrayal, emphasizing the talent and creativity involved. He declared, "You don’t need artificial intelligence to steal my soul. You can already do it for nickels and dimes with good ideas and talent. He did a brilliant job, and it didn’t take AI to do it."
Released in December, The Great Circle offers an "authentic," albeit potentially non-canonical, addition to the Indiana Jones franchise. This contrasts with the mixed reception of the 2023 film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The game's success might influence future franchise decisions, potentially shifting away from relying on Ford for future installments.
Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives voicing concerns about AI in entertainment. He stands alongside figures like Tim Burton, who described AI-generated art as "very disturbing," and Nicolas Cage, who labeled it a "dead end." The sentiment extends to voice actors as well, with Grand Theft Auto 5's Ned Luke and The Witcher's Doug Cockle expressing anxieties about AI's potential to displace actors and diminish their income. Cockle acknowledged AI's inevitability but highlighted its inherent dangers.
