According to editor Dávid Jancsó, the tool was used to improve the actors’ pronunciation and also to create images
“The Brutalist”, one of the most highly rated films for this year’s Oscar, sparked controversy after one of its editors revealed that the production used artificial intelligence. The plot, which unfolds in Hungarian dialogue, narrates the journey of Hungarian refugees who settle in the United States after the Second World War, with performances by Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones. To prepare, the actors learned the Hungarian language, and technology was used to improve their pronunciation. , the responsible editor, clarified that the Respeecher tool was essential for adjusting the protagonists’ accent.
After unsuccessful attempts at re-recording and dubbing, the team decided to use AI to maintain the authenticity of the performances, changing just a few lyrics. In addition to vocal enhancement, generative artificial intelligence also played an important role in creating the film’s visual elements. Images, including illustrations and architectural constructions, were generated using this technology, contributing to the aesthetics of the work and enriching the narrative.
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Published by Fernando Dias
