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‘Wizard of Oz’ AI makeover is ‘total transformation,’ sparking mixed reactions: experts

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"What truly matters is the outcome," Chew explained. "If a reimagined classic resonates, its value will speak for itself. Dismissing it without seeing the result is less about merit and more about discomfort with change. A classic doesn’t stop being a classic because it’s expressed in a new way. In fact, the heart of a classic is its ability to endure, evolve, and inspire across generations. Some may say reimagining beloved films with AI is gimmicky or disrespectful. My take? Don’t engage with the remake if it’s not your thing — but let others explore and create. The only real line we shouldn’t cross is legal or ethical: copyright, attribution and transparency."

He continued: "From an evolutionary standpoint, nothing should be frozen in time. Reimagining classics with generative AI opens up new doors — for education, storytelling and accessibility." ...

Classic films with "strong visual signatures" would be good candidates for an AI remake, Walker told Fox News Digital. Those movies include "2001: A Space Odyssey" or "Lawrence of Arabia."

Other films that could benefit from the AI transformation would be silent features, black-and-white movies and additional modern classics. ...

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