From The Bulwark: 2024-05-24 10:30:32

Scarlett Johansson is suing OpenAI for creating an AI voice resembling her character in ‘Her.’ OpenAI claims they hired someone for the work. The controversy highlights fears about AI and the tech masters behind it. celebrity impersonations are common, but using copyrighted material raises doubts about OpenAI’s practices. The lawsuit’s outcome remains uncertain.

On the podcast “The Bulwark Goes to Hollywood,” director Bobby Miller discusses the Blu-ray release of his film ‘The Cleanse’ and the importance of physical media. Across the Movie Aisle reviews ‘The Idea of You,’ an Amazon hit that didn’t resonate with critics. The next Jack Reacher season will include an epic showdown.

Steven Rales, founder of Indian Paintbrush, has acquired Criterion and Janus Films. The move excites film lovers hoping the boutique label thrives under new ownership. George Miller’s original ‘Mad Max’ offers a unique pre-apocalyptic perspective, setting the stage for the iconic franchise. The film explores societal breakdown and the struggle to maintain family in a changing world.



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