China uses AI to revive 100 classic Kung Fu films
The goal is to enhance the visuals, sound, and overall quality—without altering the original stories or characters.One standout remake is John Woo's blockbuster A Better Tomorrow (1986), which is being reimagined as a fully animated, AI-produced movie. The role originally played by Chow Yun-fat will be rebooted in a cyberpunk setting. Producers claim it will be the world's first fully AI-generated animated feature film.Zhang Pimin, president of the China Film Foundation, called the venture both a tribute to the history of cinema and a leap toward the future.'These films are gems,' he said. 'AI will make them relevant to audiences today in a new way.'As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Tian Ming, president of Shanghai Canxing Culture and Media, pledged that the project would stay true to the originals while delivering an enhanced viewing experience. The project is backed by a 100 million yuan budget (approximately $13.9 million).Must Watch
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