Doug Liman launches $70M AI-made studio feature 'Bitcoin: Killing Satoshi'
Key Questions
What is Doug Liman's 'Bitcoin: Killing Satoshi' film?
It is the first full AI-made studio feature, produced with Acme AI and FX using a gray box method. Principal photography wrapped quietly at $70 million.
Who stars in the $70M AI film and how was cost reduced?
Stars include Gal Gadot, Casey Affleck, and Pete Davidson with human performances and ethical crew. Costs slashed 75% from a potential $300M through AI.
What buzz surrounds the film at Cannes?
The film generates Cannes buzz, challenging the narrative that AI is only assistive post-Sora. Runway CEO notes AI enables more films over blockbusters.
First full AI studio pic (Acme AI & FX gray box, 75% cost slash from $300M); stars Gadot/Casey Affleck/Davidson; human performances/ethical crew. Cannes buzz; challenges assistive-only narrative post-Sora.
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Updated Apr 17, 2026