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'Jurassic Park' Super Bowl Ad De-Ages Original Cast—Fans Notice Something ‘Atrocious’

'Jurassic Park' Super Bowl Ad De-Ages Original Cast—Fans Notice Something ‘Atrocious’

Summary

A Super Bowl ad featuring the original Jurassic Park cast promoted Xfinity Wi-Fi, but viewers criticized the ad for using de-aging effects on the actors. Xfinity clarified that no artificial intelligence was used in creating the ad, relying instead on traditional movie effects.

Key Facts

  • The original Jurassic Park cast reunited for a Super Bowl ad for Xfinity Wi-Fi.
  • The ad depicted a version of Jurassic Park where everything works smoothly, thanks to Xfinity Wi-Fi.
  • Viewers noticed that the ad used effects to make the actors look younger (de-aging).
  • Xfinity stated they did not use artificial intelligence for the ad's effects.
  • The ad used practical sets, a green screen, and CGI, similar to the original movie production.
  • Some fans enjoyed the ad, while others criticized the visual effects and felt the de-aging was distracting.
  • Xfinity commented on Instagram, correcting assumptions about using AI in the ad creation.

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