As a devoted fan of James Gunn‘s work and someone who has been following his career since the early days of “Super” and “Slither,” I find myself deeply invested in his latest endeavors, particularly the upcoming Superman reboot. The director’s unapologetic approach to filmmaking and his genuine interactions with fans have always resonated with me.
As a passionate gamer and avid comic book reader, I can’t help but feel the excitement brewing in the world of DC movies. The final chapter of the DCEU is here, available for streaming with a Max subscription, marking a new beginning. The spotlight now shines brightly on James Gunn and his lineup of upcoming superhero films. Renowned for his daring filmmaking style and open communication with fans, the director of Guardians of the Galaxy is readying himself for the long-awaited Superman reboot.
During a segment on France 2’s broadcast of the Super/Man documentary about the late Christopher Reeve, the shown clip didn’t excite Slither’s screenwriter. Immediately, he voiced his displeasure on his Twitter account, making it clear with a post that included three emojis, leaving no room for misunderstanding his feelings.
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Despite the fact that the initial video from France 2 has been removed, the AI-generated trailer continues to circulate online. Gunn’s choice to post it indicates how deeply troubling it was for him. One supporter, evidently empathetic, remarked, “Oh no, I thought you wouldn’t see this.” The ex-director/writer/producer responded with a clever and typical remark, saying: “I never wanted to see it either.
I wish this as well.
Gunn, the director of The Suicide Squad, has expressed criticism towards AI in filmmaking before. Back in March, he strongly criticized an AI-created image of David Corenswet wearing a Superman costume that had been shared online. He harshly pointed out the poor quality of the rendering, noting its distorted features and awkward proportions. In a sarcastic tone, he also highlighted the unrealistic aspects of the AI depiction, such as Corenswet’s waxy hands, misshapen torso, and the photographer’s strange “blob” in the corner for taking pictures.
Gunn’s response to the AI trailer reflects his continuous worries about employing artificial intelligence in artistic fields such as film and television. The escalating use of AI in these industries has sparked increasing skepticism from directors, screenwriters, and performers. Many perceive AI as a potential danger to the skill and artistry that characterize the industry, with Gunn being one of its prominent critics.
The controversy surrounding AI-generated fan content isn’t limited to Gunn’s first slate of DC projects, Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters. Earlier this month, an AI-created trailer for a live-action adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke sparked outrage after going viral. The trailer, made for under $100 by FilmPort AI CEO PJ Acetturo, faced backlash from fans and creatives who felt that AI was cheapening beloved works of art. Though the trailer has since been deleted, it highlighted the increasingly heated debate about AI’s role in film and television.
In a similar vein, James Cameron, director of Terminator, has come under fire following his appointment to the board of Stability AI, a startup specializing in text-to-image generator technology. This move took many by surprise, considering that Cameron’s films frequently delve into the repercussions of technological advancement run amok. It’s quite ironic, isn’t it? After all, who would have guessed that the man behind one of the most chilling films about technology going awry would become a part of an AI startup in 2024? Certainly not something I expected on my bingo card!
James Gunn’s strong stance against AI in entertainment underscores the importance of human ingenuity in filmmaking, and as the year 2025 draws closer for the release of the next Superman movie, Gunn, who directed Peacemaker, is resolute about preserving that essence.
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2024-10-21 17:37