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Director Denies AI Use in RuPaul Movie 'Stop That Train'

Created at 2 Jun · 7:15 PM1 source
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Director Adam Shankman has refuted claims that generative AI was used in the RuPaul Charles-starring film 'Stop That Train'. He stated on Instagram that every shot in the movie was created by human hands and that no AI was utilized.

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Who's Involved

Adam Shankman
Director of 'Stop That Train', refuting AI use claims
RuPaul Charles
Star of the film 'Stop That Train'
Director Denies AI Use in RuPaul Movie 'Stop That Train'

↳ Why This Matters

This situation highlights the growing public concern and scrutiny surrounding the use of AI in creative industries, particularly in filmmaking, and the importance of transparency regarding production methods.

Key facts

  • Director Adam Shankman denied claims that the film 'Stop That Train' used generative AI.
  • Shankman stated that every shot in the movie was made by human hands.
  • He explicitly mentioned that zero AI was used in the film's production.

Director Adam Shankman has publicly addressed and denied accusations that generative artificial intelligence was used in the production of the film 'Stop That Train,' which stars RuPaul Charles. Responding to social media chatter over the weekend, Shankman posted on Instagram on Tuesday, stating unequivocally that the claims are 'patently not true.' He emphasized that 'Every shot in 'Stop! That! Train!' was made by human hands!' and confirmed that 'There are a sum total of ZERO' instances of AI being used in the film.

Frequently asked questions

The film being discussed is 'Stop That Train,' starring RuPaul Charles.

The accusations were that the filmmakers relied on generative AI for the movie's production.

Director Adam Shankman denied the claims, stating that every shot was made by human hands and that zero AI was used.

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How It Developed

2 Jun · 7:09 PM
Director Adam Shankman denied claims that the RuPaul movie 'Stop That Train' used AI, stating every shot was created by human hands.
Variety via PiQSuite

Sources

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'Stop That Train' Director Shuts Down Claims That RuPaul Movie Used AI: 'Every Shot Was Made By Human Hands'm.piqsuite.com

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