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Will AI-Supported DeAging Figure Prominently in VFX Oscar Race?
VarietyStory by Carolyn Giardina
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From 'Gladiator II' to 'Better Man,' the VFX Oscar race is heating up with cutting-edge AI-powered de-aging techniques in the mix.
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- Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' is a contender, featuring groundbreaking digital de-aging of Russell Crowe to reprise his iconic role as Maximus
- The Robbie Williams biopic 'Better Man' has embraced AI-supported de-aging to allow the pop star to portray himself at various stages of his career
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Robbie Williams, Russell Crowe, Motion Picture Academy, Planet of the Apes, Better Man, Gladiator II, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes