VFX: AI-aided VFX

Refers to the use of artificial intelligence technologies to assist, automate, or enhance various stages of the visual effects (VFX) production process in film, television, video games, and other visual media.

Examples of Applications:

• Automatic rotoscoping: AI can separate characters or objects from the background frame by frame, saving hours of manual work.
• Video upscaling: AI improves the resolution and quality of low-res footage (e.g., using tools like Topaz Video Enhance AI).
• Facial animation: Realistic facial expressions can be generated from audio or text (e.g., deepfakes, facial replacement).
• Object or background removal: AI can automatically erase unwanted elements from a scene.
• 3D asset generation: Tools powered by AI can create textures, environments, or even full characters (e.g., using Stable Diffusion, Runway ML).