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Disclaimer:

This video is a non-commercial work of art that is an experiment with AI tools. It was not authorized or endorsed by any member or employee of any Disney company or family.

This was a fairly complicated project that took about 15 hours from inception to completion. I am certified in AI basics by IBM, and I’m also a certified DaVinci Resolve user, so I don’t want to mislead anyone and make them think that you can do this in an afternoon with just a few keystrokes.

The sources used:

To train the LLM to write the dialogue:
“Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination Paperback” by Neal Gabler
https://amzn.to/3PRaX70

“Walt Disney Quotes”
https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/w...

To train the AI voice generator to speak the dialogue:
“Walt Disney on the making of Snow White: CBC Archives | CBC”
   • Walt Disney on the making of Snow Whi...  

Here is some text about the video:

Los Angeles-based artist Sam Pocker takes storytelling and technological innovation to an entirely new level in this groundbreaking video. By using advanced AI to synthesize dialogue in the style and voice of Walt Disney, Sam conducts an "interview" with the animation legend right at his gravesite in Glendale, California. This project explores the fascinating intersection of historical legacy and modern artificial intelligence, imagining how Disney might respond to today's world and the evolution of his beloved empire.

In this compelling video, Sam engages with the AI-generated Disney on topics ranging from the concept of "Disney adults" and the impact of technology on storytelling, to whimsical considerations like Disney's thoughts on modern fashion trends such as Crocs. This creative endeavor seeks not only to honor Walt Disney's innovative spirit but also to ponder what advice and insights he might offer us from beyond, especially to creators and dreamers in the contemporary digital age.

Filmed against the serene backdrop of Forest Lawn Cemetery, this video blurs the lines between past and present, reality and imagination, paying tribute to Disney's indelible mark on entertainment and culture. It's a must-watch for Disney aficionados, tech enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by the potential of AI to breathe new life into historical figures.

Sam Pocker's artistic vision and curiosity drive this unique exploration, offering viewers a mesmerizing experience that celebrates the legacy of Walt Disney while pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and creative storytelling.

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