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AI already has a big role in Hollywood

Dec 7, 2023
It's been used for some time in applications designed to support, not replace, the work of human actors, writers and directors.
Using artificial intelligence to cut the cost of visual effects will help filmmakers' budgets, said Nikola Todorovic of Wonder Dynamics.
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How CGI has changed the business of animal handling and casting

Feb 12, 2020
While CGI has hurt many animal trainers, Greg Tresan's Atlanta business gets busier every year.
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CGI brings Paul Walker back to life in "Furious 7"

Apr 2, 2015
It's the latest in Hollywood's attempts to make a believable digital actor.

CGI fails to generate box office success

Mar 4, 2013
This weekend, 'Oz the Great and Powerful' opens at the box office. The special effects wonder cost Disney a reported $325 million, most of which was spent on CGI.

CGI in ads grows more popular

Nov 5, 2012
The Swedish furniture maker Ikea increasingly relies on CGI -- computer-generated imagery -- to "make" the items in its catalog. It's enough to raise the question of whether computer graphics could ever replace people in the fashion photography business.