Rob Legato, the legendary VFX supervisor behind groundbreaking films like Titanic, Hugo, and The Jungle Book, has officially joined Stability AI as Chief Pipeline Architect. Known for his pioneering work in virtual cinematography and immersive storytelling, Legatos move marks a significant step in the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and visual effects. At Stability AI, as he explains in this weeks fxpodcast, he reunites with filmmaker and friend James Cameron, a key board member of the company, to explore new frontiers in generative AI-driven film production pipelines.Throughout his career, Legato has consistently pushed the boundaries of filmmaking technology, from developing the virtual cinematography pipeline for Avatar to revolutionizing digital production workflows in The Lion King and Hugo. As AI-powered tools like Stability AIs Stable Diffusion gain traction in creative industries, Legato sees a unique opportunity to leverage these advancements to enhance storytelling rather than replace traditional artistry. In an exclusive conversation with fxguide, he shares his perspective on AIs role in filmmaking, its ethical implications, and how it can empower artists to achieve unprecedented creative storytelling.With Stability AIs leadership teamincluding CEO Prem Akkaraju, former Weta Digital head; CTO Hanno Basse, ex-20th Century Fox CTO; and executive chair Sean Parker (Napster) Legato is joining a company at the forefront of AI innovation. As the VFX industry grapples with rapid technological shifts, his expertise could help shape a new, AI-augmented workflow that balances automation with the artistry that defines a new age in VFX and cinema in general. In this interview, Legato discusses his ambitions at Stability AI, his take on the future of VFX, and why he believes the fusion of AI and filmmaking is an evolutionnot a replacementof creative storytelling.Note: John Montgomery is on holidays this week and he will be back on the show next week