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Posted: 2020-12-24T20:16:22Z | Updated: 2020-12-24T20:25:10Z

Oh, dear. Now this is certainly going to cause some confusion.

The U.K.s Channel 4 on Wednesday previewed a video of its deepfake version of Queen Elizabeth II delivering the media outlets annual Alternative Christmas Message.

The clip, created by the visual effects studio Framestore, has already angered and outraged many. Its meant to highlight and warn of the dangers of disinformation and fake news and show how convincing deepfake videos can be.

In the nearly minute-long clip, the fake version of Her Majesty sits at her desk in front of a Christmas tree, alongside the family photos that she normally sets out for her annual address. Everything looks mostly familiar, save for the racy jokes about family members.

On the BBC, I havent always been able speak plainly and from the heart, said the deepfake queen, voiced by actor Debra Stephenson. So I am grateful to Channel 4 for giving me the opportunity to say whatever I like, without anyone putting words in my mouth.

The fake queen added: 2020 has been a challenging year for us all. A year when most of you, thanks to toilet roll shortages, have finally understood how it feels to have a predicament on the throne.

The fake monarch talked about trust before touching on royal family members Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Prince Andrew . All three dominated headlines around the globe this year, albeit for very different reasons.

One thing that has sustained many of us is our families, the ersatz queen said. Which is why I was so saddened by the departure of Harry and Meghan. There are few things more hurtful than someone telling you they prefer the company of Canadians.

But at least I still have my beloved Andrew close by, she added. It seems unlikely hell be heading to North America anytime soon.