AI in Filmmaking

Christopher Nolan put Matt Damon in the middle of a real stormy ocean to film a key scene in The Odyssey, Guillermo del…

Director Guillermo del Toro shared an anecdote from Christopher Nolan about filming a scene for The Odyssey, where star Matt Damon was placed in a real stormy ocean. Del Toro used this to highlight the value of practical effects and 'handmade' filmmaking over AI or CGI, emphasizing the importance of accidental elements that enhance realism. The article also touches on the film's box office success and its impact on future Hollywood productions.