Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Is Proof 'You Don't Need AI to Steal My Soul,' Harrison Ford Says

Harrison Ford, the iconic Indiana Jones actor, recently praised Troy Baker's performance as Indy in the video game Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, stating that it demonstrates the unnecessary use of artificial intelligence for voice acting. Speaking with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Ford expressed his satisfaction with Baker's portrayal, emphasizing that genuine talent, not AI, was responsible for the successful recreation of his voice and persona.

"You don’t need artificial intelligence to steal my soul," Ford declared. He further highlighted that skilled actors with creative vision can achieve exceptional results without resorting to AI technology. He lauded Baker's performance as "brilliant."

Released in December, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle offers an "authentic" interpretation of the franchise, though not necessarily aligning with established canon. This contrasts with the less-well-received 2023 film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The game's positive reception may influence future franchise decisions, potentially shifting away from relying on Ford for future projects.

Ford joins a growing chorus of creatives voicing concerns about AI's role in filmmaking and media. Fellow actors like Tim Burton (who described AI-generated art as "very disturbing") and Nicolas Cage (who deemed it a "dead end") have expressed similar sentiments. The concerns extend to voice actors, with individuals such as Ned Luke (Grand Theft Auto 5) and Doug Cockle (The Witcher) highlighting the potential for AI to negatively impact their livelihoods and the profession as a whole. They argue that AI-powered chatbots and similar applications effectively deprive voice actors of income.