A video featuring over two dozen A-list celebrities, including Jerry Seinfeld and Woody Allen, has gone viral in response to Kanye West’s recent barrage of antisemitic attacks. The video, which appears to be a heartfelt message against antisemitism, was created by an Israeli team of generative AI entrepreneurs.
The video, titled “Enough is Enough,” features the celebrities wearing plain white tees with a raised middle finger and a Star of David, and above the word “KANYE.” However, upon closer inspection, it has been revealed that the video was not genuine but rather expertly created by the AI team using generative AI technology.
Despite its AI origins, the video has had a significant impact on social media platforms, with many people praising its powerful message. The creators of the video, Guy Bar and Ori Bejerano, say they deliberately chose a quiet style to be “completely opposite” to West’s provocative behavior.
The celebrities featured in the video are not just Jewish but also part of Kanye West’s own cultural environment. They used their voices to tell West that his antisemitism has crossed every possible line, with one celebrity, David Schwimmer, having been vocal about opposing antisemitism.
However, not all the celebrities have spoken out on the issue. Some, including Adam Sandler, have been silent since Hamas’s attack on Israel in October 2023, which sparked a wave of antisemitism worldwide.
The AI-generated video raises questions about what is real and what isn’t, as well as whether those manipulated by the subjects have a say at all. Despite this, many people appreciate its powerful message and the creative use of technology to convey an important social issue.
While some celebrities, like Scarlett Johansson, have called out “the misuse of AI,” others, such as Jerusalem-based media personality Sarah Tuttle Singer, continue to share the video despite it being revealed as AI-generated. The video’s creator claims that its impact comes from its ability to touch a raw nerve for many people worldwide.
The creators of the video say they aim to influence social issues and business on a global scale using their disruptive strategies and content.
Source: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-841835