Harrison Ford, the iconic Indiana Jones, recently praised Troy Baker's performance as the adventurer in the video game Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, stating that it proves "you don't need artificial intelligence to steal my soul." Speaking with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford expressed his satisfaction with Baker's portrayal, emphasizing the actor's talent and the unnecessary use of AI. He highlighted Baker's "brilliant job," achieved without relying on AI technology.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, released in December, offers an "authentic" interpretation of the franchise, though its canonicity remains unclear. This contrasts with the less-well-received 2023 film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The game's positive reception might influence future franchise decisions, potentially shifting away from relying on Ford for future installments.
Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives criticizing AI's use in media. He stands alongside figures like Tim Burton, who described AI-generated art as "very disturbing," and Nicolas Cage, who deemed it a "dead end." Concerns extend to voice actors as well, with Grand Theft Auto 5's Ned Luke and The Witcher's Doug Cockle voicing their opposition. Cockle acknowledged AI's inevitability but warned of its "dangerous" potential, highlighting the threat of AI-powered chatbots to voice actors' livelihoods.
