'Young Washington' Director Jon Erwin on Using AI and Practical Effects to Film Dangerous River Scene
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Corbin Bolies
Summary
Director Jon Erwin discusses the making of the historical drama "Young Washington," focusing on the film's use of AI and practical effects. To avoid subjecting actors to dangerous icy river conditions, the crew built a 50-foot pool in Ireland and used AI-assisted visual effects to create the scene where a young George Washington nearly drowns. The article explores the intersection of AI filmmaking tools with traditional practical effects, highlighting Erwin's approach to blending technology with historical storytelling.
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Variety'Young Washington' Director Jon Erwin on Using AI and Practical Effects to Film Dangerous River Scenevariety.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledIn Jon Erwin's telling, even the most advanced visual effects tools are no match for the physics of water.
But icy rivers are, of course, cold — and subjecting actors or even stunt doubles to such conditions seemed too dangerous.
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