The film Killing Satoshi will utilize artificial intelligence to create its settings and modify actor performances, a decision that has stirred interest in the industry. Announced in 2025, the biopic about Bitcoin's enigmatic creator is directed by Doug Liman, featuring actors Casey Affleck and Pete Davidson in undisclosed roles.
A casting notice indicates that the production team has the authority to alter performances using generative artificial intelligence and machine learning. While the film will not create digital replicas of the actors, it allows for significant AI-driven changes. Filming will take place on a "markerless performative capture stage," with backgrounds and locations entirely produced by AI technology.
This innovative approach raises questions about the implications of AI in filmmaking, especially amidst ongoing discussions surrounding actor protections in the face of technological advancements. Unions like Equity in the UK are currently working to establish safeguards for performers concerned about the unauthorized use of their likenesses and voices by studios.