Danny Boyle defends use of AI in new film ‘Ink’ at TIFF screening

TORONTO - Danny Boyle defended the use of AI in the creation of his new film "Ink" during its screening at the Toronto International Film Festival. The British director explained that he employed the technology judiciously, ensuring that no actors lost their jobs as a result of the AI's implementation. Boyle utilized AI to animate old photographs in a montage and to add mice to another scene in the film.

While he did not elaborate on the reasoning behind his decision to incorporate AI, he emphasized that the role of artificial intelligence in society is a complex matter that should be further examined. Following a brief dissent expressed by an audience member regarding Boyle's decision to use AI, the panel discussion was adjourned by a TIFF moderator.

"Ink" tells the story of the sensationalism surrounding the United Kingdom's tabloid, the Sun, under the ownership of Rupert Murdoch. Boyle's directorial credits include the widely acclaimed "Slumdog Millionaire," which won TIFF's People's Choice Award in 2008 and later an Academy Award for Best Picture.