OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has become the unexpected star of a viral AI-generated video that imagines him embarking on a comical art heist at Studio Ghibli. The clip, created using OpenAI’s new Sora 2 AI video generation tool, has captivated social media users with its surreal and humorous narrative.
The video, shared by PJ Ace, CEO of Genre AI, shows Altman in a fabricated Studio Ghibli office, humorously declaring his intention to ‘take’ items before grabbing artwork. The scene escalates with a fictionalized Hayao Miyazaki character chasing Altman down a hallway, adding to the parody. Ace praised the meme-worthy potential of the AI, noting that OpenAI might be winning hearts and minds through such creative content.
Online reactions have been a blend of laughter and intrigue. Many users expressed amusement at the absurdity of the video, with comments ranging from “Takes a massive brain to make this” to praise for Sora 2’s ability to create “unstoppable anime mashups.” However, the video also highlighted anxieties about the increasing sophistication of AI. One user cautioned, “What is going to happen: nobody will trust anything from the internet.” This sentiment underscores the ongoing debate about the potential misuse of AI technology amidst its rapid advancements.