Neill Blomkamp’s “Nightborne” AI zombie film sparks backlash over “AI slop” look
A 13-minute “full test AI film” from Blomkamp’s Barley Studios draws harsh viewer criticism and reignites debate on AI in cinema.

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A 13-minute “full test AI film” from Blomkamp’s Barley Studios draws harsh viewer criticism and reignites debate on AI in cinema.
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