

How AI Is Transforming Hollywood’s Visual Effects Industry
Nov 15, 2024
Jon Dudkowski, a seasoned editor and producer known for his work on 'Star Trek: Discovery' and 'The Umbrella Academy,' shares insights on AI's transformative impact in Hollywood's visual effects realm. He discusses how AI can make VFX production more cost-effective while enhancing creativity, emphasizing the collaboration between technology and human talent. Dudkowski also addresses the potential pitfalls of AI, including maintaining emotional depth in storytelling, and the challenges studios face in balancing efficiency with quality.
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Storyboarding Star Trek
- John Dudkowski describes storyboarding a giant ship scene in Star Trek: Discovery.
- He explains the collaborative process with the storyboard artist, VFX team, and cinematographer.
AI for Low Budgets
- AI storyboarding is most effective when filling gaps in low-budget productions.
- This applies when a project can't afford a traditional storyboard artist.
AI's Broad Impact
- AI's impact on filmmaking extends beyond visual effects models.
- It influences lighting, props, and other details, approaching a level of quality deemed "good enough."