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BFI Clarifies Funding: No Support for AI Project

10/19/2025

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Eline Van Der Velden clarified that Tilly Norwood was not funded by the British Film Institute.
The British Film Institute (BFI) granted £120,000 to Particle6 in November 2023 for international growth, not AI development.
Hollywood concerns about AI replacing human performers were highlighted by actress Alexa Morden.
Van Der Velden said Tilly was funded through Xicoia, a separate company established in February 2025.
Particle6 and Xicoia follow BFI ethical guidelines.

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Eline Van Der Velden clarified that Tilly Norwood was not funded by the British Film Institute.
The British Film Institute (BFI) granted £120,000 to Particle6 in November 2023 for international growth, not AI development.
Hollywood concerns about AI replacing human performers were highlighted by actress Alexa Morden.
Van Der Velden said Tilly was funded through Xicoia, a separate company established in February 2025.
Particle6 and Xicoia follow BFI ethical guidelines.