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Cannes: AI in Film & Future of LOTR
13 May
Summary
- Peter Jackson views AI as a special effect, not a threat.
- Jackson is writing a new Tintin movie he hopes to direct.
- Fast and the Furious celebrates 25th anniversary screening.
The Cannes Film Festival is currently underway, featuring discussions on artificial intelligence in cinema and updates on major film projects. Filmmaker Peter Jackson shared his views on AI, likening it to a special effect and stating he doesn't "dislike" its use in film production, citing his experience with it in "The Beatles: Get Back."
Jackson also confirmed he is writing a new "Tintin" movie, expressing a desire to direct it, a project that has been delayed for years. The festival is also celebrating the 25th anniversary of "The Fast and the Furious" franchise with a screening attended by its stars.
Simultaneously, the Cannes Film Market is experiencing record attendance, with participants from over 140 countries. This market serves as a crucial hub for film sales and distribution, with Japan notably increasing its presence this year.
Early festival screenings have included "The Electric Kiss," which received a lukewarm reception, described as a "slight way to begin the film festival." Other notable films include Phuong Mai Nguyen's animated "In Waves," Kôji Fukada's drama "Nagi Notes," and Diego Luna's latest directorial effort, "Ashes."
