‘Punky Duck’ Creator Jorge R. Gutierrez Scraps Amazon-Backed AI Project After Criticism
Jorge R. Gutierrez has decided to cancel his AI-driven animated series 'Punky Duck' after receiving backlash from the creative community. The project was backed by Amazon MGM Studios and aimed to showcase artists using new technology. Gutierrez expressed his regret and commitment to do better in the future via social media.
- ▪Jorge R. Gutierrez announced he will not be making the 'Punky Duck' series.
- ▪The project was part of an AI initiative supported by Amazon MGM Studios.
- ▪Gutierrez faced criticism from peers and fans, prompting his decision to withdraw.
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'Punky Duck,' a generative-AI animated series backed by Amazon MGM Studios, has been scrapped by its creator after backlash. Amazon MGM Studios Jorge R. Gutierrez, one of the filmmakers behind an AI-driven project greenlighted by Amazon Prime Video via a newly established creator fund, has dropped out of the program. Citing backlash from creative peers and fans, Gutierrez announced the move Friday on social media. The filmmaker is known for animated projects like feature film The Book of Life and series Maya and the Three. “I will not be making a Punky Duck series,” he wrote on X. “Actions speak louder than words. My intent was to showcase artists, both new and seasoned, both inside and outside the studios, driving this new tech. My sincerest apology to those I upset.
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