Hold up, film buffs! The future of moviemaking isn't robots taking over, but a killer combo of AI and human genius. VFX vet Hong Jae Cheol predicts AI-native studios will be cranking out fresh IP with slick automated pipelines.

Meanwhile, our beloved traditional studios will still rock their existing franchises, talent, and epic production setups. Think of AI as a super-powered assistant for everything from designing characters to building wild new worlds, not a full replacement. It's about exploring new ideas and embracing creative surprises, with human vision still shaping the final story.

AI is just the tool; the magic of film is still all about how we sequence it! #film #technology #innovation

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