Reviving Black and White Films with AI Colorization Algorithm.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have developed an AI-based algorithm that can realistically colorize historical black-and-white films. The algorithm combines interactive and automated coloring techniques with deep learning technology, allowing for a predominantly automatic, yet fully user-controlled coloring process. The software can generate and add artificial noise to the films after restoration and coloring to maintain authenticity. The core algorithm is freely available, but efficient use requires software based on it, such as the "Diamant film colorizer" developed by project partner HS-Art.