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Guillermo del Toro Promises ‘Absolutely No Goddamn AI’ on ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ 3D Re-Release

Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro confirmed that his 2006 masterpiece Pan’s Labyrinth will receive a 3D theatrical re-release on October 9 without the use of any artificial intelligence technology.

Key Points

  • Guillermo del Toro announced the 3D re-release of Pan’s Labyrinth to celebrate the film's 20th anniversary.
  • The director explicitly rejected the use of AI in the conversion process, citing a commitment to preserving artistic craft.
  • Pan’s Labyrinth originally earned $83 million globally and secured three Academy Awards for cinematography, art direction, and makeup.
  • Del Toro has consistently voiced strong opposition to generative AI, stating he intends to avoid the technology throughout his career.

Why it Matters

This stance highlights a growing divide in Hollywood regarding the integration of automated tools in creative production. By prioritizing traditional craftsmanship over cost-effective technology, del Toro underscores the ongoing debate about the value of human labor in the future of cinema.
Rolling Stone Published by Charisma Madarang
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