Social networks are in poverty after the release of videos created with artificial intelligence Studio Ghibli 's style . The videos, produced by special effects artist Tom Clive , generated indignation among fans of Hayao Miyazaki , director who has made clear his aversion to AI animation.
The controversy began when a communication vehicle shared the videos, which show characters similar to Chihiro and Haku from Chihiro's trip (2001). According to the middle, the artist trained AI tools with Studio Ghibli material without the studio permission, which rekindled the debate about ethics in the use of these technologies.
So this is there animation. And it's disturbing to See ……
- Catsuka (@catsuka) February 17, 2025
I double ghibli will and ever given permission for their work to be used to train their kinds of Tools.
And i hope hayao miyazaki never sees these videos… pic.twitter.com/sfi2l9ob5w
So Tom Clive, who has worked on films like Furious: a Mad Max (2024) and Alien: Romulus (2024) , explained that the videos are part of a "Mood Film" and used tools like Midjourney and Luma Ray 2 to create them. Despite not mentioning Studio Ghibli as inspiration, netizens did not slow to point out the similarities and accuse him of plagiarism.
I don't understand how someone can see this and think it's okay, it was one of the most likely comments against the artist.
Hayao Miyazaki commented on the use of AI
For many fans, AI use is especially offensive considering Hayao Miyazaki's opinions on the subject. However, through a 2016 documentary, the director was categorical in classifying the animation generated by AI as “an insult to life”. For him, machines without emotions trying to replicate human art are completely absurd.
On the other hand, there are those who argue that AI can be a valuable tool for Japanese animators, who often face exhaustive working hours. However, the discussion about ethics in the use of these technologies is still far from consensus, especially since many AI models are trained with works by real artists without their permission. Can we consider this a form of plagiarism?
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