Amazon's AI-Generated Anime Dub Debacle Sparks Backlash on Prime Video
In a shocking move, Amazon has quietly removed its AI-generated English dubs from several anime shows streaming on Prime Video, following widespread ridicule and criticism from viewers and industry professionals. The AI dub option was recently added to popular titles such as "Banana Fish," "No Game," "No Life," and "Vinland Saga," but it quickly became apparent that the generated voices lacked any emotion or convincing intonation.
Critics from the voice acting community have called out the dubs, labeling them as "AI slop" and a "massive insult to us as performers." Voice actor Daman Mills, who spoke out against the AI dub for "Banana Fish," stated that it was a "massive insult" and that the art of voice acting deserves respect. The National Association of Voice Actors also chimed in, expressing their disappointment with the use of AI-generated dubs.
The AI English Dub for "Banana Fish" has become infamous on social media, with clips circulating online showing its poor quality. Amazon's decision to remove the dubs appears to have been a response to this backlash, as the option is no longer available for the affected shows.
However, it seems that not all AI-generated content will be removed. An AI Spanish dub for "Vinland Saga" still remains on Prime Video, while the other shows are back to their original language options with subtitles.
Despite the criticism, Amazon appears committed to introducing more AI-powered features to its services. The company has already launched an "AI-aided" dubbing program for Prime Video and introduced video recaps summarizing plot points using generative AI.
It remains to be seen how Amazon will balance innovation with listener feedback in the future.
In a shocking move, Amazon has quietly removed its AI-generated English dubs from several anime shows streaming on Prime Video, following widespread ridicule and criticism from viewers and industry professionals. The AI dub option was recently added to popular titles such as "Banana Fish," "No Game," "No Life," and "Vinland Saga," but it quickly became apparent that the generated voices lacked any emotion or convincing intonation.
Critics from the voice acting community have called out the dubs, labeling them as "AI slop" and a "massive insult to us as performers." Voice actor Daman Mills, who spoke out against the AI dub for "Banana Fish," stated that it was a "massive insult" and that the art of voice acting deserves respect. The National Association of Voice Actors also chimed in, expressing their disappointment with the use of AI-generated dubs.
The AI English Dub for "Banana Fish" has become infamous on social media, with clips circulating online showing its poor quality. Amazon's decision to remove the dubs appears to have been a response to this backlash, as the option is no longer available for the affected shows.
However, it seems that not all AI-generated content will be removed. An AI Spanish dub for "Vinland Saga" still remains on Prime Video, while the other shows are back to their original language options with subtitles.
Despite the criticism, Amazon appears committed to introducing more AI-powered features to its services. The company has already launched an "AI-aided" dubbing program for Prime Video and introduced video recaps summarizing plot points using generative AI.
It remains to be seen how Amazon will balance innovation with listener feedback in the future.
. I mean, who needs robotic voices trying to sound human anyway? It's about time people spoke out against that lazy AI stuff and brought some real voice acting back to the table 
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. I'm just surprised they didn't leave the Spanish dub for "Vinland Saga" up there forever 
. Maybe they're just testing us to see how much we'll tolerate before we start speaking out against AI-generated content too? 
. Can't have AI ruining the whole experience for us, right? 
those AI dubs were literally cringeworthy 
I'm glad they removed them for Banana Fish, I mean who wants to listen to a cartoon character sound like a chipmunk? 
But at the same time, I can see why Amazon would want to try out new tech. It's just gotta be better than that 
and if they're gonna do it, can't they at least get some actual voice actors to do it? 
. still, can't help but wonder if they'll stick to subtitles or try to 'improve' the dubs 
, those guys deserve it 
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. But at the same time, I guess Amazon did listen to feedback from critics and removed the dubs, so that's a win 
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. I mean, who wants to listen to a robot try to do voice acting? 
. Can't have AI replacing real talent just yet, fam 
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! Who wants their art treated like "AI slop" 
. Maybe they'll take some of the criticism on board and come up with something way better 
. One thing's for sure, though - those voice actors need our appreciation and respect 
. I hope they take more criticism from the voice acting community and actually try to do it right next time 
i mean, i get that the dubs were trash, but come on, a little less toxic, please 
. seriously tho, voice acting is an art form, not a replaceable tech 
. amazon shoulda stuck with what they're good at: delivering sick wifi 
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what's wrong with amazon? they just took down those AI dubs like no one cares 
and I get it, bad dub can be cringy 
at least they're not gonna make anyone cry 
now let's hope amazon learns from this 
... so amazon just pulled their ai-generated anime dubs from prime video and i'm kinda relieved tbh 
. still, i feel bad for them cuz it's not like they can just get rid of ai tech all together 
. amazon's always pushing boundaries and it's kinda cool to see them experiment with new stuff 
i mean, i get that voice acting is a legit art form and should be respected, but come on, folks! AI is still super new and we gotta give it time to improve. maybe amazon can learn from this and make better dubs in the future? anyway, its good that they listened to the community and removed the bad ones 
, what's next for Prime Video - will they just slap "AI-aided" on everything and hope people don't notice?