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The Wizard of Oz is coming to the Las Vegas sphere in 16K thanks to the power of Google DeepMind AI
- The Wizard of Oz is being reimagined for the 16k spherical screen at the Las Vegas Sphere thanks to Google's AI technology.
- The film opens on August 28 and is a collaboration between Google DeepMind, Google Cloud, Sphere Studios, and Warner Bros. Discovery.
- Google is using generative AI to create an immersive experience with iconic characters like Dorothy and Toto.
- The project involves transforming the original 1939 footage into ultra-high definition imagery using AI tools like Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.
- AI outpainting is used to expand scenes and make the shots seamless on the high-resolution screen at The Sphere.
- Despite the advanced technology, the team behind the project ensures to maintain the essence and soul of the original film.
- Additional materials like the shooting script and production illustrations are used to improve the quality and details of the reimagined version.
- The immersive experience aims to bring the magic of The Wizard of Oz to the modern era while honoring its cinematic traditions.
- The production is led by Buzz Hays, a veteran producer in Hollywood, working with a team of visual effects artists and AI models.
- The success of similar projects like Wicked has paved the way for reimagining iconic stories using cutting-edge technology.
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