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Rian Johnson Slams AI's Hollywood Impact, Advocates Theatrical Releases

11/22/2025

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Rian Johnson criticized artificial intelligence's impact on Hollywood during a press tour for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
He stated, "I don’t get it," and questioned saving money by not compensating artists.
Natasha Lyonne, a collaborator, supports AI production techniques.
Johnson wants to return to traditional theaters after Netflix, with a theatrical release on November 26 and Netflix on December 12.

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Rian Johnson criticized artificial intelligence's impact on Hollywood during a press tour for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
He stated, "I don’t get it," and questioned saving money by not compensating artists.
Natasha Lyonne, a collaborator, supports AI production techniques.
Johnson wants to return to traditional theaters after Netflix, with a theatrical release on November 26 and Netflix on December 12.