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.