Wes Anderson’s film aesthetic is immediately recognizable to film fans around the world. His hyper-saturated colors and beautifully constructed shots have made him an incredible success in the movie business. So much so that many have wondered what it might be like if he directed other classic movies. Those obsessed with AI art have taken this to the next level, imagining what a Wes Anderson version of “Star Wars” might be like. Well, now we know, as there’s a full-length trailer of exactly that. It’s called “The Galactic Menagerie: A Star Wars Story” and I really want to see it.
From the humorous voice-over to the stylized, pastel-colored set, there’s no doubt that this version of “Star Wars” is (or rather, would be) another hit for Wes Anderson. The trailer uses a lot of the stills that were generated by AI fans late last year, but they all come together to create an impressively realistic picture. The “buncha goofballs” at Curious Refuge, a course-development website, definitely did a good job with it.
The reimagined movie is about a “ragtag crew of unlikely heroes as they navigate the absurdity of the Cosmos, challenge the Empire, and redefine what it means to be a rebel.” There’s even a whole lot of fantasy casting including Scarlett Johansson, Edward Norton, Jeff Goldblum, Timothee Chalamet, Adrien Brody, Bill Murray, and Willem Defoe.
While many have praised the fun and creativity the AI artists had with making the trailer, others claim that it serves as proof that we can never replace actual screenwriters and filmmakers. Still, for those of us who are always looking to the bright side of what artificial intelligence can create, this is just kinda cool (though AI deepfakes are still creepy AF). If you agree, you should check out the other “Wes Anderson directs” AI trailers for the likes of “X-Men” and “The Sopranos.”
