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

Harrison Ford, the iconic actor known for his roles in the Indiana Jones series, has expressed his approval of Troy Baker's portrayal of the legendary character in the video game "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle." In an interview 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 without the use of AI, showcasing the power of human creativity and skill.

"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," released in December, offers an "authentic" experience, though it may not be considered part of the official canon of the series. This game's positive reception contrasts sharply with the lukewarm response to the 2023 film, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," which was the first new Indiana Jones movie in years. Given the game's success, the franchise's creators might consider shifting focus towards video game projects, rather than relying on Ford to reprise his role.

Ford, who has also starred in the Star Wars saga and is set to join the Marvel universe, joins a chorus of creatives expressing concerns over the use of AI in media. Notable figures like Tim Burton have labeled AI-generated art as "very disturbing," while Nicolas Cage has called it a "dead end." The voice acting community has also voiced strong objections, with actors like Ned Luke from "Grand Theft Auto 5" and Doug Cockle from "The Witcher" criticizing AI applications. Luke has publicly condemned a chatbot that mimicked his voice, and Cockle has warned that while AI in media is "inevitable," it poses "dangerous" risks, particularly in terms of robbing voice actors of potential income.