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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The movie starring Janne Ahonen was completely slammed - "Looks terrible"

A new AI-inspired film featuring Janne Ahonen has faced severe criticism following its trailer release.

Mar 10 • 04:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Janne Ahonen Gave His Face to an AI Movie: 'I Believe This Character Acts Better'

Finnish ski jumper Janne Ahonen lends his likeness to the country's first AI-generated film, in which he expresses fascination with AI's portrayal of his character.

Mar 9 • 15:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tarmo Tanilas: the stock market resembles an adventure film

February resembled an adventure film in the global stock markets, marked by high hopes, AI challenges, and geopolitical tensions, as noted by Tarmo Tanilas of Swedbank Private Banking.

Mar 9 • 12:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Somehow, the algorithm has decided that I need an AI girlfriend..." The host's question left Jan Uuspõld tongue-tied

Actor Jan Uuspõld discusses his role in the upcoming film "Something Real," which addresses male vulnerability and porn addiction.

Mar 9 • 06:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Oliver Berben in conversation: Who will become a star today and how?

Film producer Oliver Berben discusses the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on the film industry and introduces his new AI satire titled 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die'.

Mar 8 • 10:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Ski Judgment: A Complete Miss by Janne Ahonen

The article discusses the Salpausselkä ski competitions, highlighting Johannes Kläbo's impressive victory and Janne Ahonen's new AI film project.

Mar 7 • 20:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Commentary: Janne has made himself Perry

Finnish athlete Janne Ahonen stars as Perry Harris in Finland's first fully AI-generated feature film, 'The Mystery of the Golden Key.'

Mar 7 • 13:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I feel like they are trying to impose it on us forcefully": Ugo Bienvenu leads the fight against AI in cinema

Ugo Bienvenu, the director of an Oscar-nominated animated film, raises concerns about the increasing use of AI in filmmaking and its implications for creativity and art.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising news about Janne Ahonen and Henna

Former ski jumper Janne Ahonen is set to star in a new film utilizing AI technology, titled 'The Mystery of Golden Key.'

Mar 7 • 11:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Janne Ahonen and Henna-dear: Surprise News

Ski jumping legend Janne Ahonen stars as detective Perry Harris in a new AI film directed by Janne Nykänen, announced alongside the first trailer during the Salpausselkä Games.

Mar 7 • 10:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chung-Ang University Graduate School of Advanced Imaging Concludes 'AI x Virtual Convergence Film Production' International Education Program

Chung-Ang University's international program 'Beyond the Screen: AI x Virtual Convergence Film Production' successfully concluded, significantly expanding its participant base compared to the previous year.

Mar 6 • 03:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Ben Affleck becomes a senior advisor to Netflix after selling a film company driven by artificial intelligence

Netflix has announced the acquisition of InterPositive, a startup founded by Ben Affleck that creates AI-powered tools for filmmakers, with Affleck joining as a senior advisor.

Mar 6 • 01:03 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Slap in the face': Former Tropfest winner slams festival for AI film inclusion

Filmmakers are criticizing Tropfest 2026 for including a fully AI-generated film among its finalists, calling it a disrespect to traditional filmmaking.

Mar 5 • 03:32 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French film industry denounces 'outright plundering' by AI

The French film industry has expressed strong objections to the exploitation of their work by artificial intelligence technologies.

Feb 27 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Childbirth scene in 'Three Graces' raises doubts and exposes the use of hyper-realistic baby with AI

The childbirth scene in 'Three Graces' has sparked debate about whether a real baby or digital effects were used, highlighting the use of hyper-realistic models and visual effects in film production.

Feb 26 • 21:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Film Festival with AI Faces Controversies Over Technology Use in Movies

The first World Festival of Cinema with Artificial Intelligence, taking place in São Paulo, faces debates regarding the role of AI in filmmaking.

Feb 26 • 18:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A stir arose from the songs of the Kaija Koo movie – now a backstage revelation has come

The film about singer Kaija Koo has sparked controversy over the use of her music and AI in the production.

Feb 26 • 15:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

AI Attacks, Save Yourself if You Can. Creator of Pirates of the Caribbean Brings an Apocalyptic Comedy

The article discusses a new apocalyptic comedy by the creator of Pirates of the Caribbean that humorously addresses the issue of AI's potential threat.

Feb 24 • 04:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The controversy ignited around Oona Airola - A strong statement from Aku Sipola: "It's not true"

Aku Sipola criticized the media narrative suggesting Oona Airola's performance in a film was enhanced unfairly by AI technology.

Feb 23 • 19:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

A Family Movie Asking ‘What is the Meaning of Art in the AI Era’ Makes it to the Academy

The film 'Sentimental Value,' which explores the significance of art in the era of artificial intelligence, has received multiple Academy Award nominations.

Feb 22 • 02:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Chinese application caused panic in Hollywood. Is this the end of traditional films?

The rise of the Chinese AI model Seedance 2.0 has sparked concerns in Hollywood about the future of traditional filmmaking.

Feb 21 • 09:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Antonio Banderas warns about AI in Hollywood: 'We will see movies with actors who have died'

Antonio Banderas discusses the irreversible impact of artificial intelligence on the film industry, foreseeing the use of AI-generated performances of deceased actors.

Feb 21 • 00:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

AI from China: This Time It's 'Seedance Shock'...Film Industry Says 'We're Finished'

The AI video generation model 'Seedance 2.0' from China's ByteDance is causing a stir in the global content industry, prompting demands from companies like Netflix and Disney to halt video generation using their intellectual properties.

Feb 20 • 22:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Diary of the Year of AI

The article reflects on the rapid development of artificial intelligence and its implications for the future, referencing cultural and cinematic influences.

Feb 20 • 20:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Matthew McConaughey predicts AI categories at the Oscars and advises the industry: Take ownership of yourself

Matthew McConaughey predicts the establishment of AI categories at the Oscars and encourages actors to take ownership of their identity in an era influenced by artificial intelligence.

Feb 19 • 20:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The fistfight between Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt made with artificial intelligence that worries all of Hollywood

A hyper-realistic AI-generated video depicting a fight between Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt has alarmed the Hollywood film industry and sparked significant debate.

Feb 18 • 15:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Music Producer Explains How Actress Oona Airola Sounded Like Kaija Koo

In the film 'Kaunis rietas onnellinen', actress Oona Airola's singing closely resembles that of Kaija Koo, achieved with the help of AI technology.

Feb 18 • 12:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

On This Day... 1776, the first major series created with artificial intelligence sparks controversy: "The world is not yet ready for author AI"

The controversy over the first AI-created series about the American Revolutionary War highlights the clash between tradition and innovation in cinema.

Feb 18 • 05:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Visual Certainty in the Intensive Care Room: Who Kills the Truth First?

A recent article discusses the existential questioning of truth in the age of AI-generated visuals and their implications in the film industry.

Feb 17 • 08:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oona Airola Sounds Confusingly Like Kaija Koo in the Movie – AI Was Used

Actress Oona Airola expresses excitement and nervousness about portraying the popular Finnish singer Kaija Koo in an upcoming film, using AI technology to enhance her performance.

Feb 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Director Rajkumar Hirani will make a film using AI, says- the script is ready

Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani plans to create a short film using AI as a creative partner, emphasizing its potential in cinema rather than viewing it as a threat.

Feb 13 • 13:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

John Wick vs Ethan Hunt, a new ending for Titanic! Hollywood is in an uproar over new AI tools

The excitement around AI-generated content is leading to debates in Hollywood, particularly regarding iconic characters like Ethan Hunt and John Wick.

Feb 13 • 11:21 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

INTERVIEW Meet Philatz, the man behind those retro AI 'memorials'

Philatz, known for his work in film and digital art, has gained attention for his new video series 'Spomenar' which explores nostalgia through artificial intelligence.

Feb 7 • 20:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Karl Dalén: The racist AI film became too much even for Trump

The article discusses the extent of President Trump's social media activity and his engagement with AI-generated films, particularly a racist one that apparently pushed his limits.

Feb 6 • 19:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Revolution of Phones at Sundance 2026: The End of the Era of Image Monopoly

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival marks a quiet revolution where filmmaking is no longer dominated by Hollywood elites, but is increasingly accessible through mobile devices and AI platforms.

Feb 5 • 12:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: From TikTok and AI to Colonial Abuses, Film Festival Highlights African Vision

The Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival showcases over 500 films, focusing on African perspectives that explore themes from social media to colonial archives.

Feb 5 • 10:23 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Hollywood Nightmare. American Giant Turns to AI in Film and Series Production

Amazon is planning to leverage artificial intelligence for film and series production, raising concerns among actors and the Hollywood film industry about the implications of AI.

Feb 5 • 07:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Reuters: Amazon plans to use AI to accelerate the production of shows and movies

Amazon plans to leverage artificial intelligence to streamline film and television production processes, amid concerns in Hollywood about job losses and industry restructuring due to AI.

Feb 4 • 15:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

AI Company Offers Bonus: Luma AI Attracts with Millions Prize for Cannes Gold

Luma AI is enticing filmmakers with a million-dollar prize for producing an award-winning commercial for the Cannes Festival using its AI technology.

Feb 4 • 14:03 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"The cinemas are empty" - Why Korea's film miracle is currently collapsing

South Korean cinema, celebrated globally after hits like 'Parasite' and 'Squid Game', faces a downturn as director Park Chan-wook expresses concerns about the industry's future and discusses his new film, 'No Other Choice', amidst threats posed by AI.

Feb 4 • 13:46 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

AI actress Tilly Norwood could soon be doing interviews

AI actress Tilly Norwood is set to become part of the film industry, according to her creator, Eline Van der Velden, through her AI talent studio Xicoia.

Feb 2 • 16:39 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

1 Million Dollar for AI Film: Ten Minutes from the AI, and the Audience is Done

At the 'Dubai 1 Billion Followers Summit', an AI short film titled 'Lily' received a prize of one million dollars, despite its unappealing content, demonstrating something else entirely.

Jan 14 • 17:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

From AI Art to Film, Hip Hop, and Sports: These Museums Open in 2026

The Museum Documentation Centre (MDC) has announced an ambitious series of museum openings worldwide in 2026, featuring a diverse range of content from art to film and hip hop.

Jan 11 • 08:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

AI Developer Amit Jain: 'Our ultimate goal is the robot brain'

Developer Amit Jain and his company Luma AI aim to revolutionize the film industry with multimodal intelligence, and ultimately create an AI that surpasses human capabilities, backed by a recent $900 million funding.

Jan 7 • 05:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Guillermo del Toro: They say art is not important? They glorify AI? This is an introduction to fascism!

Guillermo del Toro, the acclaimed Oscar-winning director, warns about the threats to creativity and humanity during his acceptance speech at the '10 Directors to Watch' event at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.

Jan 6 • 21:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

What Still Needs to Be Done: What We Would Still Like from Scientists and Artists

The article discusses the unmet expectations from scientists and artists, highlighting uncompleted novels, abandoned architectural projects, and the need for filmmakers to be alerted to potential stories, while also addressing the impact of artificial intelligence on creative fields.

Dec 31 • 12:30 UTC

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