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AI Val Kilmer Western 'As Deep As the Grave' Trailer

AI Val Kilmer Western 'As Deep As the Grave' Trailer

Key Questions

What is 'As Deep As the Grave' about?

'As Deep As the Grave' is a southwest Western featuring an AI-generated Val Kilmer as a priest and Native spiritualist. It marks the first authorized major AI deepfake of Kilmer and is currently in development.

Is the use of AI in this project SAG-approved?

Yes, the project is SAG-approved, distinguishing it as the first major authorized AI deepfake recreation of Val Kilmer. This approval has contributed to its high-profile trailer release at CinemaCon.

Why is 'As Deep As the Grave' sparking ethics discussions?

The trailer's CinemaCon debut has ignited buzz around AI ethics in filmmaking, particularly deepfakes, amid a revival of the Western genre. Related classics like all-star Western masterpieces and films for 'Tombstone' fans highlight the genre's enduring appeal.

First authorized major AI deepfake of Kilmer as priest/Native spiritualist in southwest Western; SAG-approved, CinemaCon release sparks ethics buzz amid genre revivals.

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Updated Apr 18, 2026