Yoo Ji-tae's 3-Minute Action Scene Reportedly Not Him, AI-Generated; Netizens Re-watching in Shock
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A 3-minute action sequence in the South Korean drama "My Name is Vendetta" (also known as "The Roundup: No Way Out") was reportedly generated using AI, not performed by actor Yoo Ji-tae.
- The AI-generated scene, featuring explosions, gunfights, and close-quarters combat, was created by VFX team Morpheus Studio using their AI platform AICRON.
- This marks the first time AI technology has been used in a South Korean drama for such a sequence, sparking discussion among viewers about its effectiveness and realism.
A recent revelation about the South Korean action series "My Name is Vendetta" has sparked debate: a pivotal 3-minute action scene in the second episode was allegedly created using artificial intelligence, rather than being performed by the lead actor, Yoo Ji-tae.
The sequence, which depicts the protagonist's memories of fighting and taking hostages in North Korea, reportedly includes explosions, gunfights, and intense hand-to-hand combat. According to Korean media reports, the entire segment was produced by the Korean VFX team Morpheus Studio, utilizing their AI platform AICRON. This marks a significant technological milestone, being the first instance of AI being employed for such a dramatic action sequence in a South Korean television drama.
While the actor was reportedly masked during the scene, many viewers have revisited the segment, expressing surprise at the realism and quality of the AI-generated action. Morpheus Studio's deputy representative stated that the production team had a clear vision for using AI imagery from the outset. They emphasized that AI can serve as an innovative tool and a valuable partner for creators with strong planning and storytelling abilities.
However, the use of AI in the scene has also drawn mixed reactions online. Some netizens commented that they could discern the artificial elements, while others felt something seemed "off" about the performance. A portion of viewers speculated that the character's masked appearance might have been a deliberate choice to accommodate the AI generation. The integration of AI into filmmaking continues to be a topic of discussion regarding its potential and limitations.
My Name is Vendetta team clearly set the goal of how to use AI imagery from the beginning. This work fully proves that AI can become a new tool and an excellent partner for creators with good planning and story creativity.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.