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, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is considered an authentic addition to the franchise, though perhaps not canon. This contrasts with the less-well-received 2023 film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The game's success might influence future franchise decisions, potentially shifting away from further film appearances by Ford.
Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives voicing concerns about AI in media. Other prominent figures like Tim Burton, who described AI-generated art as "very disturbing," and Nicolas Cage, who called it a "dead end," share similar sentiments. The issue has also resonated deeply with voice actors, including Ned Luke (Grand Theft Auto 5), who criticized a chatbot using his voice, and Doug Cockle (The Witcher), who acknowledged AI's inevitability but warned of its "dangerous" potential to undermine voice actors' livelihoods.
