Harrison Ford: 'Indiana Jones Proves AI Isn't Needed to Capture My Soul'

Harrison Ford, the iconic actor behind Indiana Jones, recently commended Troy Baker's portrayal of the character in the video game "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle." In a discussion with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford humorously remarked, "You don't need artificial intelligence to steal my soul. You can already do it for nickels and dimes with good ideas and talent." He praised Baker's performance, emphasizing that it was achieved through genuine talent rather than AI technology.

Released in December, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" offers an "authentic" experience, though it may not be considered part of the official canon. This contrasts sharply with the 2023 film "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," which did not receive favorable reviews. Given the positive reception of the game, the franchise's creators might consider focusing more on this new direction rather than relying on Ford to reprise his role.

Ford, known for his roles in Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and upcoming Marvel projects, joins a growing list of creatives expressing concerns about AI in media. Notable figures like Tim Burton, who finds AI-generated art "very disturbing," and Nicolas Cage, who considers it a "dead end," share similar sentiments. Voice actors have also voiced their opposition, with Ned Luke from "Grand Theft Auto 5" criticizing a chatbot that mimicked his voice, and Doug Cockle from "The Witcher" warning IGN about the "inevitable" yet "dangerous" nature of AI, highlighting how such technologies could undermine their livelihoods.