Val Kilmer’s AI Acting

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A new indie film, As Deep as the Grave, features an AI version of actor Val Kilmer in a significant role.

The Big Picture: There have been a few instances in which a deceased actor has been brought back to life using CGI, but Kilmer’s turn in As Deep as the Grave appears to be the most notable example of the tech so far. With approval granted to recreate Kilmer, it could serve as a blueprint for how to ethically include actors in films and shows after they’ve passed.

Behind The Scenes: In 2020, Val Kilmer had agreed to star as Father Fintan in the drama As Deep as the Grave… but became too ill with throat cancer to film it.

His death in 2025 would have been the end of that story… but filmmaker Coerte Voorhees found an alternative approach.

Final Credits: Interestingly, Voorhees initially tried to complete the film without including Kilmer’s role, but in post-production, he realized the movie didn’t work without it. The project lacked sufficient financing for reshoots, which necessitated the creative thinking behind using AI. Voorhees had apparently worked closely with Kilmer in developing the role, imbuing it with the actor’s Native American heritage… so it ultimately felt like the right move.

Coming Soon: Now audiences will have to judge whether the digital double measures up to the legendary man… which will likely be the ultimate deciding factor in whether more deals like this move forward.

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Retail trading platform Robinhood is rolling out a dedicated social platform called… you guessed it… Robinhood Social.

Why It Hits: Retail trading is, by and large, a product of social influence — what people are saying about a company, how others are trading, and a bit of mob mentality that can lift a brand’s fortunes. By debuting a social platform, Robinhood not only facilitates trades but also elevates the conversation around them.

Behind The Posts: Welcome to every investor’s new favorite endless scroll.

Final Trade: Robinhood wrote in its announcement blog post that users “rely heavily on social media to navigate the markets”… but, like all things online, “it’s harder than ever to understand what’s real and what isn’t.” The hope is to create an ecosystem where Robinhood traders can “swap strategies, discuss market moves, and trade with clarity.”

It could become the next r/WallStreetBets — a place where stonks go viral.

Prediction: Expect every brand to hire a new social media manager to devise a Robinhood Social–specific strategy.

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65.7% of you voted The story in yesterday’s poll: What draws you to an indie film?

“There really is no one thing about indie films that attracts me. I tend to like that they’re offbeat and different from the same old stuff the mainstream pushes out.”

“Always more original than the studio fare, though I like all these things listed about indies. We need more of them!”

“What’s missing from this survey is Character. I watch indie movies because I want to watch an incredible character go on a journey.”

“Sometimes, if one of my favorite stars is involved, I’m more motivated to watch it too!”

“But really, it’s their soundtracks that can change your life!”

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