The choice model of the Queen’s message will air on Christmas Day (Image: John Stillwell – WPA Pool/Getty Photos)
There aren’t one, however two messages from the Queen to look out for this yr, with Channel 4 creating a brand new ‘deepfake’ model of the annual tackle.
It’s an opportunity for TV followers to see the monarch like by no means earlier than, with the comedy tackle Elizabeth II ‘talking from the guts’.
The channel’s annual Christmas Day broadcast options the choice model of Queen performed by actress Debra Stephenson, who tells viewers: ‘On the BBC, I haven’t at all times been in a position to communicate plainly and from the guts.
‘So, I’m grateful to Channel 4 for giving me the chance to say no matter I like, with out anybody placing phrases in my mouth.’
The factitious model of the Queen, created by visible results studio Framestore, will share frank opinions on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s departure from the UK, in addition to the scandal surrounding the Duke of York.
The deapfake Queen will even reveal her love of ‘Netflix and Phil’, earlier than shocking viewers by performing a TikTok dance routine.
The particular is directed by William Bartlett, and Stephenson reads a script by James Kettle.
Ian Katz, director of programmes at Channel 4, mentioned: ‘Deepfake know-how is the horrifying new frontier within the battle between misinformation and reality.
‘This yr’s Different Christmas Deal with – seemingly delivered by one of the crucial acquainted and trusted figures within the nation – is a robust reminder that we are able to not belief our personal eyes.’
Director Bartlett added: ‘This was an incredible challenge to be requested to direct. Deepfake is an attention-grabbing spin-off from the latest advances made in machine studying and AI and, whereas it’s a highly effective new approach for image-makers all over the place, additionally it is a instrument that can be utilized to misrepresent and deceive.’
The Different Christmas Message will air on Channel 4 at 3.25pm on Christmas Day.
