Miyazaki's Legacy Irreplaceable Amid AI Concerns, Says Son

The rise of artificial intelligence, particularly with tools like ChatGPT's image generator, poses risks to Japanese anime artists, including those at Studio Ghibli, as it generates images mimicking their iconic style. Goro Miyazaki, son of renowned director Hayao Miyazaki, acknowledges the potential for AI to replace animators, predicting that a fully AI-generated film could emerge within two years. However, he questions whether audiences would appreciate such a production, emphasizing the irreplaceable quality of human artistry. He also notes the challenges facing the animation industry, including a shortage of skilled labor and changing interests among younger generations. Despite these concerns, Goro believes that new technologies could also foster unexpected talent. OpenAI has stated it prohibits generating images in the style of individual artists but allows for broader studio styles, highlighting ongoing debates around copyright and artistic integrity.