As a child of the ’90s and ’00s, I’ve grown up with these beloved celebrities gracing our screens for decades. Seeing them interact with their younger selves in the latest AI-generated video is nothing short of surreal and nostalgic. Their transformation over the years has been a part of my own personal journey, and it’s mind-blowing to witness how time has passed so quickly.
In modern times, the Internet has experienced an surge of creative AI manipulations. AI technology is currently all the rage, leading users to explore its capabilities in various ways. For instance, one individual transformed terrifying creatures into Disney-esque animations, while another switched the genders of famous celebrities. Many artists employ AI to leave their viewers puzzled by producing something seemingly impossible. At times, it elicits strong emotional responses, but other reactions can be uneasy. A more recent example includes a clip showcasing Harrison Ford, Keanu Reeves, and others alongside their younger selves – an emotional reminder of the swiftness of time.
As a child of the 80s, I must confess that the recent viral video circulating on X (formerly Twitter), posted by user @TheFigen, has left me feeling quite nostalgic. The sight of several A-listers mingling with their younger counterparts is an intriguing mix of surreal and fascinating for me. Some of these stars were household names during my childhood, and I vividly remember watching them in some of the best movies of that era.
It’s astonishing yet fascinating that technology allows us to experience a sense of nostalgia in this day and age. This effect seems especially powerful for public figures, such as actors and actresses, whose careers we have followed for years. The transformation has been gradual, and observing their younger and older selves together can be quite surreal. I can’t help but ponder if someone like Keanu Reeves would share his industry insights with his past self.
Not all digitally altered images appear genuine. I believe Sylvester Stallone, Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, and Johnny Depp were perfectly captured in this video. It’s evident from this presentation that several celebrities, such as Keanu Reeves and Brad Pitt, have gracefully aged like fine wine. The emotional moment when Michael Jackson’s child, teen, and adult selves hugged each other was particularly moving for me, despite Michael having passed away more than a decade ago.
As a dedicated gamer reminiscing about my favorite childhood experiences, I can’t help but be swept away by the nostalgia when I see the Harry Potter cast. It’s like hitting play on an old-school game that brings back cherished memories. Remember that song, “Where’d all the time go?” Well, these celebrities in this AI video became famous at a young age. The public has watched them grow up, but none quite compare to Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. They were just 11 and 10 respectively when they first donned their wands. Their entire Harry Potter journey spanned the better part of their childhoods. Seeing them embrace their younger selves in this video could have mended my own Potterhead heart. If only I could give them that feeling in real life.
As a big fan of “Stranger Things,” I can think of only a few other shows that come close to matching its unique charm. The young cast members began filming the series right before they entered adolescence, and now, as we approach the final season, nearly a full decade has passed. It was even debated whether artificial intelligence should be employed to alter the kids’ appearances for the new episodes, considering the significant time gap since production. However, in the end, they decided against it. Oh, how I wish there was an AI-edited version of the show with the actors’ first season looks!
While I was pleased with the edit, not everyone shared my sentiment. On social media, responses varied greatly, largely because of unease towards the capabilities of artificial intelligence. Here are a few representative reactions from X to help illustrate this apprehension:
- Super creepy OR super cool? – @jayceejm
- AI IS INCREDIBLE. – @delorisbos
- I hate this so much. Nope, we shouldn’t have this. – @CloudyinRed
- I love it! Technology is doing amazing stuff 😆 – @YasminEuphemia
In the end, this brings a cozy and delightful sensation to me. At the same time, it leaves me pondering how today’s young celebrities might appear in two or four decades. I suppose an AI could manage that task too.
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2024-07-22 16:07