Director James Cameron warned that AI‑generated actors are "horrifying," expressing concern that synthetic performers could replace real talent. The comment followed the debut of Tilly Norwood, a photorealistic digital actress created by Particle6 and shown at the Zurich Film Festival. SAG‑AFTRA condemned the technology as a synthetic imitation built on stolen work. Cameron, known for pioneering CGI, distinguished motion‑capture—which still relies on human performers—from generative AI that can fabricate characters and performances from text prompts. He urged the industry to keep the human element at the core of filmmaking. Leia mais →

Eline Van der Velden, founder and CEO of Particle6 and its talent studio Xicoia, introduced Tilly Norwood, an AI‑generated digital avatar, at the Zurich Film Festival. While talent agents have reportedly shown interest, the avatar's role as an "actress" has drawn criticism from SAG‑AFTRA and industry observers who question the ethics and feasibility of AI‑driven performers. Van der Velden envisions the avatar becoming a major screen presence, but the technology relies on human oversight and raises concerns about the impact on human actors and creative labor. Leia mais →

Tilly Norwood, an AI‑generated persona promoted by Particle6, has ignited a heated discussion about the nature of synthetic actors. While the model’s creators tout her as a new type of cultural icon, industry professionals argue that labeling her an "actress" misleads audiences and threatens human performers. The controversy highlights broader concerns about anthropomorphizing AI, the blurring of reality in video content, and the ethical implications of using AI‑crafted characters in entertainment and advertising. Leia mais →

Tilly Norwood, a London‑based Instagram personality with about 40,000 followers, is not a real person but an AI‑generated character created by Xicoia, the AI division of production company Particle6. Founder Eline Van der Velden introduced Norwood at the Zurich Film Festival and is seeking an agent for the synthetic performer. The concept has sparked strong reactions, including a startled comment from actress Emily Blunt and a firm opposition from SAG‑AFTRA, which warned that synthetic performers threaten human artistry and livelihoods. Van der Velden defended Norwood as a piece of art, while industry unions call for contractual safeguards as AI tools like OpenAI’s Sora 2 advance. Leia mais →

The creator of AI actress Tilly Norberg, Particle6, faced criticism from Hollywood actors after suggesting the digital performer could be represented by an agent. CEO Eline Van Der Velden defended the technology as a piece of art, not a human substitute, and announced the spin‑off of an AI‑focused agency called Xicoia. The debate touches on labor agreements, AI training on copyrighted work, and the broader question of whether AI characters belong to a separate genre. Particle6 maintains that Xicoia will manage AI talent while traditional representation remains available when appropriate. Leia mais →