Lionsgate Partners with AI Firm to Revolutionize Content Creation

Lionsgate teams up with Runway AI to develop a custom model for content creation, aiming to enhance filmmaking processes and explore new storytelling possibilities.

In a groundbreaking move, Lionsgate has partnered with Runway, a leading video-focused artificial intelligence research firm, to revolutionize content creation in the entertainment industry. This collaboration marks a significant step towards integrating AI technology into the filmmaking process, with potential far-reaching implications for the future of cinema and television production.

The deal centers around the development of a new generative AI model, custom-built and trained on Lionsgate’s extensive library of film and television content. This proprietary model will be exclusive to Lionsgate Studios, providing their creative teams with cutting-edge tools to augment their work throughout the production pipeline.

Lionsgate, known for blockbuster franchises like John Wick and The Hunger Games, sees this partnership as an opportunity to enhance creative processes while potentially reducing production costs. Michael Burns, Lionsgate’s vice chair, emphasized the capital-efficient content creation opportunities this technology could unlock, highlighting the enthusiasm already expressed by several of their filmmakers regarding its potential applications in both pre-production and post-production phases.

Runway’s CEO, Cristóbal Valenzuela, frames this collaboration as a means to empower artists and creators with powerful tools that can bring their visions to life in new and exciting ways. The company positions itself as a facilitator of artistic expression, viewing AI as the latest in a long line of technological advancements that have shaped the evolution of art throughout history.

While the partnership signals a bold step forward in the integration of AI in Hollywood, it also raises important questions about the impact on jobs, creative ownership, and the future landscape of the entertainment industry. Recent developments, such as California’s new law regulating AI performance replicas and industry guidelines on AI use in documentaries, underscore the complex legal and ethical considerations surrounding this rapidly evolving technology.

As studios increasingly explore the potential of AI tools, the Lionsgate-Runway partnership stands as a pioneering effort to harness the power of artificial intelligence in service of storytelling and cinematic innovation. The collaboration promises to open new avenues for creative expression while potentially reshaping the economics of film and television production in the years to come.

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Here is a look at some of the top movies and franchises from Lionsgate:

• The Hunger Games franchise (2012-2015)
• John Wick franchise (2014-present)
• La La Land (2016)
• Knives Out (2019)
• Saw franchise (2004-present)
• Twilight Saga (2008-2012, distributed by Lionsgate’s Summit Entertainment label)
• Divergent series (2014-2016)
• Moonlight (2016)
• Sicario (2015)
• The Expendables franchise (2010-present)
• Crash (2004)
• Monster’s Ball (2001)
• Wonder (2017)
• Hacksaw Ridge (2016)
• Midway (2019)

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By now I would imagine the entire twitterverse (and social media in general) has seen the clip the XAi Grok created of Elon Musk and Donald Trump dancing to the song Staying Alive by the BeeGees. 

It is a clever piece with the faces of Donald Trump and Elon being superimposed over two individuals dancing. 

Hopefully anyone and everyone who sees this would know that this is a fake, or deepfake, clip of the two dancing. Hopefully. 

In an age where it is so easy to create something like this, often times I have to wonder if the fox is in the henhouse – the fox being Elon Musk. Grok has come underfire lately for NOT abiding by its own rules (or guardrails) for producing or altering images. You can easily google Barak Obama snorting cocaine to get a sense of what I am referring to – courtesy of Grok. 

But lets get back to the staying alive clip. I have not been able to find the original posting on X. I would like to for a number of reasons and perhaps the reader can help me find it to help me answer some linguring questions. 

Did the creator give credit to the BeeGees? Did the creator indicate who the original dancers were? Or which clip that was taken from? Did the creator get permission to use the song from the BeeGees copyright holder?

That’s it. That’s all I want to know. Boomers will recognize the song and what movie was associated with it. But a newer generation will be lost. Guardrails. And giving credit where credit is due.

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If you know what to look for, you can easily spot some anomolies in deepfakes. For instance if you look at frame at the 0:40 mark, Ryan suddenly grows an extremely long left arm supporting the blackboard.

But what if you didn’t pay attention as closely? Sure, there are other outwardly signs that this is a deepfake such as odd eye movement as well as softness – not as sharp and clear – around the eyes and mouth to pull this off.

And how about that voice! Very convincing as Ryan Gosling.

Ai-generated video will be very problematic with a fiercely competitive and contested US election looming. Many will believe anything that comes out of their candidate’s mouth (or the opposing candidate) and run with it being the truth. Only it is not.

Going forward, many organizations are crying for some type of Ai digital watermarking system which would label such content as being Ai-generated. There are bills stalled in Congress (not a surprise) from bi-partisan members (also not a surprise) pushing legislation to outlaw, among other things, deepfake porn (also know as “revenge porn).

Until some guardrails are put up, you’re on your own to determine is it real? or is it (deep)fake?

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(Image: Getty) England football manager Gareth Southgate has been targeted in deepfake AI technology to create motivational videos for the national team ahead of Euro 2024.

These videos feature Southgate delivering iconic speeches and engaging in fictional scenarios, designed to boost morale and prepare players mentally for the tournament. This innovative approach aims to blend historical inspiration with modern relevance, reinforcing team spirit and focus.

Southgate’s decision to use AI comes at a crucial time as he faces significant changes in his squad. Notably, he left out key players like Jack Grealish, Harry Maguire, and James Maddison, opting for a younger, bolder team with 12 first-time tournament players. This move marks a departure from his usual strategy, aiming to bring fresh energy and adaptability to the squad. Southgate highlighted that while England is recognized as a strong contender, the competition remains open with several other teams possessing high-caliber players​ (The Independent)​​ (The Independent)​​ (The Independent)​.

England’s campaign begins against Serbia, followed by matches against Denmark and Slovenia. Southgate has emphasized the need for fitness improvements and strategic adjustments, particularly in response to recent injuries and the need for defensive stability. Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic about the squad’s potential, stressing the importance of delivering consistent performances throughout the tournament​ (The Independent)​​ (Sky Sports)​.

The use of deepfake AI videos is part of Southgate’s broader effort to maintain high morale and ensure the team is psychologically prepared for the rigors of international competition. This approach reflects a blend of technological innovation and traditional motivational techniques, aiming to give England an edge in their pursuit of European glory​ (The Independent)​​ (The Independent)​.

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