Stallone Defends AI Film Pitch Amid Backlash — SkimNews
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- Sylvester Stallone defended his pitch for a 'half human, half AI' movie, saying AI is inevitable in Hollywood despite backlash from the creative community
- Sylvester Stallone revealed he previously tried to use AI and de-aging VFX to reprise a young Rambo role, a concept met with skepticism even within the industry
- Sylvester Stallone acknowledged AI will make it harder for new actors to break in, advising his daughter to consider gaming over acting due to industry shifts
- Noah Centineo is set to star in a new 'John Rambo' origin film, a project Stallone is not involved in, marking a generational shift in the franchise
- Sylvester Stallone compared the rise of AI to an 'avalanche' that cannot be stopped, urging the industry to adapt rather than resist technological change
Why it matters: Established actors like Stallone gain leverage through AI to extend their on-screen presence, while emerging performers face higher barriers as studios may favor digital recreations over new talent, altering career pathways in film. The shift introduces real economic and creative risks for young actors, as one major star openly questions the viability of entering the profession.
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