A recent announcement from the Shanghai International Film Festival has everyone who loves kung fu movies talking. China is embarking on a monumental project to revive 100 classic kung fu films using artificial intelligence. And at the forefront of this ambitious "Kung Fu Film Heritage Project" are the legends themselves: Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan.Two of the biggest stars of kung fu movies. For fans who grew up marveling at Bruce Lee's lightning-fast strikes in Fist of Fury or Jackie Chan's innovative comedic stunts in Drunken Master, the prospect of seeing these cinematic treasures in a new light is exciting. But it's a little harder to get behind the idea that AI will just use these people and their movements to just come up with digital versions of the incredible work of these and many more actors. Let's dive in. A New Era for Kung Fu Cinema?The Heritage project aims to leverage AI to enhance image quality, sound, and overall production values, promising a viewing experience that "conforms to contemporary film viewing."It's a bit of a remastering and then a bit of something entirely new. Imagine watching Bruce Lee's iconic mirror fight sequence with crystal-clear visuals and immersive sound, or Chan's elaborate stunt choreography brought to life with unprecedented clarity. They're saying AI can do all this and more. The China Film Foundation, along with partner studios, has pledged a substantial fund of approximately $13.9 million, inviting top AI animation companies worldwide to join what they're calling a "film revolution...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 23 June