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Eli Roth Admits AI's Role in 'Ice Cream Man' Horror
5 Aug
Summary
- Director Eli Roth confirmed AI was used in a small part of the film.
- The AI involvement was in animated sequences, not the entire film.
- Roth initially stated he drew animated portions himself.
Horror director Eli Roth has clarified his involvement with artificial intelligence in his latest film, "Ice Cream Man." The movie, set to premiere on August 7, 2026, faced scrutiny after social media posts suggested extensive AI use. Roth stated that AI was incorporated into a very small segment of a few scenes.
Initially, Roth described the animated portions as sequences he had drawn himself, aiming for an old-timey, jittery feel reminiscent of 1920s cartoons. He mentioned that animators and an artist helped refine these portions. However, in a subsequent statement, Roth acknowledged, "I misspoke," confirming the limited use of AI technology.
This situation mirrors recent controversies involving AI in filmmaking. Directors of "Late Night with the Devil" also addressed audience concerns regarding AI-generated images. Similarly, director Adam Shankman refuted claims of AI use in "Stop That Train," emphasizing that all visuals were created by human effort.
