OpenAI has caused quite a stir with the announcement of its latest creation, Sora, a cutting-edge video generator set to be released later this year. Unveiled last month, Sora boasts the ability to create videos up to 60 seconds long featuring detailed scenes, complex camera motion, and multiple characters displaying vibrant emotions. The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, has praised Sora’s capabilities, showcasing stunning examples such as a camera smoothly gliding through a snowy landscape and photorealistic wooly mammoths.
In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, OpenAI CTO Mira Murati revealed that Sora will be available to the public later this year. The company is now rigorously evaluating the device, fixing flaws and strengthening security measures. Murati said Sora may have restrictions such as not being able to create public images or videos containing nudity.
While Sora is impressive, a closer look at its results reveals some inaccuracies, suggesting that OpenAI may be overestimating its real-world capabilities. It is not yet known whether these problems will be resolved in the final version.
Despite his flaws, Sora caught the attention of Hollywood; Producer and actor Tyler Perry put plans for an $800 million studio expansion on hold after discovering the property’s potential for Nature: Nature. But Murati says Sora aims to complement, not replace, human creativity in the film industry.
As for the release date and accessibility, OpenAI has yet to provide specific details. Given the high processing power required for AI image generators, it is expected that access to Sora will be limited initially. Nonetheless, the anticipation for Sora’s release continues to grow, promising to revolutionize the world of video production.