Unauthorized attacks on corporations have transformed classic TV shows 'Roseanne' and 'A Different World' into horrifying visions enhanced by artificial intelligence.
In the world of streaming, the revival of classic shows often sparks excitement among viewers. However, the recent AI-based remastering of the iconic sitcom "Roseanne," now available on Peacock, has stirred up quite a controversy.
The production company responsible for this transformation remains unidentified in search results, with the remastered content being criticized for veering away from the original and presenting a grotesque version of the show. The problems with the AI upscaling are not limited to "Roseanne" alone, as the same issues have been noticed in the version of "It's a Different World" on Netflix.
The AI-enhanced "Roseanne" on Peacock has been plagued with issues due to the AI upscaling process. The video announcement for the remaster is riddled with AI artifacting, and this problem extends to the show itself. Sharon Stone's eyes and the text on DJ's seat after he stands up in the video announcement show signs of AI artifacting. In the remastered show, eyes float in sockets, faces melt, and background shots become indecipherable.
The remastering initiative, as announced by Variety at the end of February, included noise and grain reduction, colour correction, stabilization, and improvements in audio/stereo sound. However, it seems that the focus on these aspects has overshadowed the preservation of the original content's integrity.
The cost of remastering shows like "Cheers," "The X-Files," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation" is significant, requiring both time and money. The remastering of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" alone cost $70,000 per episode.
Performance Post, a company specializing in roto-scoping, editing, and digital mastering, is believed to have been involved in the remastering of "Roseanne." However, it appears that the AI upscaling process may have outweighed the benefits of their expertise.
Streaming services are not guaranteed to provide the best version of shows or to ensure their availability in the future. DVDs, too, can degrade over time. This leaves the responsibility of preserving our favourite shows in the hands of the content creators and the remastering companies.
As we move forward with new technology, it's essential to strike a balance between innovation and preservation. The resurrection of old shows with new technology should not mean accepting degradation, demeaning, or destruction of the original content.
The issues with the AI-enhanced "Roseanne" on Peacock and "It's a Different World" on Netflix serve as a reminder of this balance. All ten seasons of "Roseanne" are available on Peacock, but their quality, due to the AI upscaling, remains a subject of debate. The AI upscaled versions of both shows are in 4K resolution, but at what cost to the original content's integrity?
The Carsey-Werner Company, which holds the rights to both "Roseanne" and "It's a Different World," is likely responsible for the AI upscaling. As the custodians of these classic shows, it is hoped that they will reconsider their approach to remastering in the future, ensuring that the original content is preserved and respected.
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