A24's 'The Legend of Ochi' Debuts Trailer, Confirms No AI Used

Director Isaiah Saxon clarifies the film's production process, emphasizing traditional techniques over AI and unveiling the story of a girl's journey with a mystical creature.

Director Isaiah Saxon confirmed that 'The Legend of Ochi' was created using animatronics, puppetry, and 3D animation, with no generative AI involved.
The film follows a young girl, Yuri, who embarks on an adventure to reunite a baby ochi with its family in a remote northern village.
Helena Zengel stars as the protagonist, alongside Finn Wolfhard, Emily Watson, and Willem Dafoe, with the film scheduled for release on February 28, 2025.
Isaiah Saxon, known for directing music videos, makes his feature debut with this project, which is described as an 'adventure musical' exploring animal communication.
The film is produced by A24 and executive produced by the Russo Brothers, with the original score composed by Dave Longstreth of the Dirty Projectors.