AI Was In More Oscar-Nominated Films Than You Think

"AI will replace artists," "AI will make creative jobs obsolete," "AI is a threat to originality." The rise of generative AI—especially its use in content creation like music, art, and writing—has sparked heated debates, with critics warning of the potential for AI to upend creativity and job opportunities.

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But amid the noise of AI’s supposed dangers, there’s another side to the story—one that’s already quietly changing the game for filmmakers, sound engineers, and musicians. Rather than threatening creative integrity, non-generative AI technologies like AudioShake are enabling artists to unlock entirely new possibilities. This isn't about replacing the human touch—it's about amplifying it.

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Bring Maria Callas’s voice to life for Oscar-nominated Maria

Take the nominated biopic Maria. In this film, AI was used in a way that you might not expect. Warner Classics turned to AudioShake’s non-generative AI to isolate Maria Callas' iconic vocals from a 1960s recording, seamlessly blending them with Angelina Jolie’s voice. This wasn’t about erasing the artist’s legacy; it was about creating something that would have been impossible without the technology—something that bridged two human voices separated by over 60 years.

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AI-powered tools like AudioShake's stem separation technology are enabling sound engineers to clean up previously impossible audio challenges, such as isolating dialogue, music, and effects in older films, or creating immersive sound experiences. The same tools are being adopted across both the music and film industries by major players like Warner, Sony, and Universal to unlock new creative possibilities while preserving the integrity of the original work.

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Rather than destroying opportunities, AI in its non-generative form is helping creative professionals navigate the evolving landscape, making previously inaccessible projects possible. It's time to rethink the narrative: AI isn’t here to replace art—it’s here to extend its life, making it more accessible and allowing new, innovative projects to emerge.

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