The OpenAI Studio Ghibli trend has taken the world by storm, with users from around the world using ChatGPT’s AI image generator to create ‘art’ inspired by legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki. However, a Studio Ghibli partner has called out the trend. On March 26, following the release of ChatGPT’s latest AI image generator, users flocked to the site to make Ghibli-style images.
It has become so popular that even OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, has urged fans to ease up on generating images. With so many pictures being generated, OpenAI’s GPUs have been pushed to their limits, with celebrities and even politicians joining in. However, in contrast to the machine-made art, a 4K restoration of Studio Ghibli’s hand-drawn 1997 classic, Princess Mononoke, was also released on March 26.
Despite only being released in 330 cinemas, the film made $1.2 million in previews ahead of its opening. Studio Ghibli partner calls out AI trend The distributor of the film is GKids, and the company’s VP, Chance Huskey, made a subtle dig at the Studio Ghibli AI art trend.
Speaking with Variety , Huskey gave the following statement: “In a time when technology tries to replicate humanity, we are thrilled that audiences value a theatrical experience that respects and celebrates Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli’s masterpiece in all its cinematic hand-drawn glory.” While Hayao Miyazaki, the legendary animator and face of Studio Ghibli, has yet to make any statement, a 2016 broadcast has be.
