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Val Kilmer Set to Be Resurrected With AI for New Film
As Deep As the Grave, the true story of 1920s archeologists, will bring late actor back with support from his estate
TL;DR
- Val Kilmer, who passed away last year, will be featured in the film 'As Deep As the Grave' through AI technology.
- The late actor's estate and his children, Mercedes and Jack, support the use of AI to bring him back to the screen.
- Kilmer was intended to play Father Fintan, a role designed around his Native American heritage and advocacy.
- The film is based on the true story of archaeologists Ann and Earl Morris and their work with the Navajo people.
- AI has been increasingly used in Hollywood, with examples in 'The Brutalist' and deals signed by actors for AI voice creation.